What is the CompTIA SecurityX Certification?

CompTIA SecurityX is a high-level cybersecurity certification. It used to be called CASP+ but was renamed in 2024 when the CAS-005 exam was released. This certification proves that you can design and manage secure systems in big, complex businesses.

Who is SecurityX For?

SecurityX is meant for advanced IT professionals. You should have at least 10 years of general IT experience and 5 years working directly with cybersecurity. If you're a senior engineer, architect, or lead, this certification is a good fit for you.

What Topics Does It Cover?

The SecurityX exam tests your skills in four main areas:

• Security Architecture: Building secure systems and networks
• Security Operations: Handling incidents and keeping systems running safely
• Governance, Risk, and Compliance: Following laws and managing risk
• Security Engineering and Cryptography: Using encryption and secure tools

What Is the Exam Like?

• Questions: Up to 90 questions
• Types: Multiple-choice and performance-based (real-world problems)
• Time: 165 minutes
• Languages: English, Japanese, and Thai
• Passing Score: Pass/Fail (no number score is shown)

You’ll find out if you passed right after finishing the test.

Why Take the SecurityX Exam?

SecurityX shows that you can handle high-level security work. Many jobs, especially in the government or large companies, ask for this type of certification. It’s also approved by the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD 8140.03M).

Is There a Prerequisite?

There’s no required course or other exam before SecurityX, but CompTIA strongly recommends that you have 10 years in IT and 5 years in security. Without this experience, the exam may be too hard.

Should I take the SecurityX exam?

If you're already working in cybersecurity and want to prove your skills, SecurityX is a great choice. It shows that you’re ready to lead, solve complex problems, and keep organizations secure.