CompTIA Cybersecurity Analyst (CySA+) – FAQs

1. Which is the new exam update for the CompTIA Cybersecurity Analyst (CySA+) CS0-001 Exam?

CompTIA Cybersecurity Analyst (CySA+) CS0-002 Exam is the new exam version.

2. What is the CompTIA Cybersecurity Analyst (CySA+) Exam?

The CompTIA Cybersecurity Analyst CySA+ exam certifies that candidates have the knowledge and abilities to configure and operate threat detection technologies.
Secondly, the certification test verifies the candidate’s ability to do data analysis and analyze the results in order to discover vulnerabilities, threats, and dangers to an organization, with the ultimate objective of securing and safeguarding the business’s applications and systems.

3. How many questions will be on the CompTIA (CySA+) exam?

In CySA+ exam there will be a 85 multiple choice and performance based questions.

4. What is the time duration for the CySA+ exam?

The time duration to complete the exam is 165 Minutes.

5. Is there any prerequisite for the CompTIA Cybersecurity Analyst+ exam?

Candidates applying for this exam should have:

Sound knowledge of Network+, Security+ or equivalent knowledge.
Secondly, a minimum of 3-4 years of hands-on information security or related experience.

6. What skills candidates will be able to demonstrate in the Cybersecurity Analyst+ exam?

CySA+ will verify the successful candidate has the knowledge and skills required to:

Leverage intelligence and threat detection techniques
Analyze and interpret data
Identify and address vulnerabilities
Suggest preventative measures
Effectively respond to and recover from incidents

7. How much do we have to score to pass the CySA+ exam?

To pass the exam you have to score a minimum 750 (on a scale of 100-900).

8. What is the course structure of the CySA+ exam?

CompTIA Cybersecurity Analyst+ Exam covers the following topics –

Threat Management
Vulnerability Management
Cyber Incident Response
Security Architecture and Tool Sets

9. How does the exam score are reviewed?

CompTIA monitors the performance of all exams on a regular basis to ensure the validity of exam results.
CompTIA may label results as unclear during exam monitoring if there are inconsistencies for which there is no acceptable explanation. Uncertain scores will not be accepted as valid and will not be eligible for certification.
Further, CompTIA will take additional measures as outlined in the Candidate Agreement if it is determined that a breach of the Candidate Conduct Policy led to the indeterminate categorization.

10. What is the process of setting passing scores?

Passing scores for CompTIA exams are calculated using statistical analysis and are subject to change. After exam completion, candidates receive a score report, which provides vital information about the exam’s outcome. CompTIA, on the other hand, does not publicize exam passing statistics since exam questions and passing rates might change at any time.

11. What is the cost of the CompTIA CySA+ exam?

The exam will cost $359 USD including the additional taxes.

12. Why get Certified with CompTIA Cybersecurity Analyst+?

CompTIA CySA+ certification is the only intermediate high-stakes cybersecurity analyst certification that includes both performance-based questions and multiple-choice questions.
Also, the CySA+ lays special emphasis on software and application security, automation, threat hunting, and IT regulatory compliance, which affects the daily work of security analysts.

13. What are the testing options provided by CompTIA?

CompTIA provides two testing options:

First is the online testing that offers you the convenience to test for your certification from any quiet, distraction-free and secure location at any time.
Then, In-person testing provides you with testing options at any of the thousands of Pearson VUE test centers located around the world.

14. How to register for the CySA+ exam?

For exam registering:

Create a Pearson VUE Testing Account
Find a Pearson VUE Test Center
Schedule Your Exam
Save Your Exam Appointment Confirmation

15. What is the exam reschedule policy?

Candidates who need to reschedule their exam must call Pearson VUE at least 24 hours before their scheduled exam time. Your exam money will forfeit if you reschedule an exam less than 24 hours before your appointment or if you fail to show up for your appointment.

16. Does CompTIA allow for the examination retest?

CompTIA reserves the right to ask any candidate to retest if there is any suspicion offraudulent or aberrant test scores.

17. How to cancel the CompTIA exam?

Candidates must call Pearson VUE at least 24 hours prior to their exam appointment if they wish to cancel it. Your exam money will forfeit if you cancel or fail to show up for a test.

18. What is the exam retake policy?

CompTIA does not demand a waiting period between the first and second try to pass any CompTIA certification examination for people who fail on their first attempt.
However, you must wait at least fourteen (14) calendar days from the date of your most recent attempt to pass such test before making your third or subsequent attempt to pass such examination.

19. Is it possible to share exam results?

If you were paid to take a CompTIA test or participate in the CompTIA Continuing Education (CE) programme by your business, academic institution, military, or a third party. CompTIA will then communicate your certification status and/or progress toward fulfilling your CE obligations with the third party upon request.

20. What accommodations are provided for candidates with disabilities?

CompTIA is committed to complying with applicable law for individuals with disabilities. Candidates can request accommodations be handled through our test service provider, Pearson VUE.

21. In which language the CySA+ exam is available?

The exam is available in English, Japanese and Simplified Chinese.

22. Are there accommodations provided for candidates from non-English speaking countries?

Candidates from non-English speaking countries where a localized version of the exam is not available will have a 30-minute time extension for exams. This is considered as ESL (English second language).
Further, during exam registration Pearson VUE, ESL is automatically granted to candidates in eligible countries. The ESL accommodation is for candidates testing in the Canadian province of Quebec.

23. For how long the CompTIA Cybersecurity Analyst+ certification is valid?

This certification is valid for 3 years from the date of launch.

24. How to maintain the CompTIA certification?

You can maintain your certification up to date using CompTIA’s Continuing Education (CE) program. It’s meant to serve as a constant reminder of your knowledge as well as a means of expanding your skillset. It’s also the ace under your sleeve when you’re ready to take the next step in your profession.