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Online CompTIA Security+ Exam Prep

Gain the knowledge you need to excel at the CompTIA Security+ certification exam.

Cybersecurity professional

CompTIA Security+ is the premier global certification, compliant with ISO 17024 and DoD 8140, that validates the essential skills required for core security functions. It showcases professionals' capabilities in securing networks, applications, and devices, ensuring data integrity, confidentiality and availability. CompTIA Security+ focuses on practical, hands-on skills to tackle real-world challenges.

Skills You Will Learn

  • Apply governance, risk, and compliance principles while working within relevant regulations and security policies.
  • Monitor and secure hybrid environments, including cloud, mobile, IoT, and operational technology systems.
  • Identify, analyze, and respond to security events and incidents to help protect critical systems and data.
  • Assess an organization's security posture and recommend solutions that help strengthen and protect enterprise environments.

Online CompTIA Security+ Exam Prep Course

Dates: Sept. 14 – Nov. 13, 2026
Schedule: Asynchronous 
Prerequisites and Requirements: Recommended (CompTIA) minimum 2 years of experience in IT administration with a focus on security, hands-on experience with technical information security and broad knowledge of security concepts and networking.

Tuition includes all student materials and resources, as well as a test voucher for the CompTIA Security+ exam.

Location: Online
Tuition: $3,000.00
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Cybersecurity Analysts - Employment

CompTIA Security+ is a foundational certification for individuals looking to enter the cybersecurity field. With global recognition and high demand, you can explore careers across various fields. This course prepares for the following cybersecurity workforce roles as defined by the Cyberspace Workforce Element:

  • Cyber Defense Analyst
  • Cyber Defense Infrastructure Support Specialist
  • Cyber Defense Incident Responder
  • Vulnerability Assessment Analyst
Related Statistics
  • $85,221 to $101,130 median annual wage for early career cybersecurity roles.
  • 29 percent projected employment growth from 2024 to 2034.  

Source: BLS and CompTIA, 2026

 Course Instructor

Portrait photo of Guy Garrett Guy Garrett, M.S., M.B.A., serves as Associate Director of Technology and Training for the University of West Florida Center for Cybersecurity. After transitioning into cybersecurity from another career, he has dedicated his work to helping others build successful pathways into the field. Garrett focuses on preparing students with practical, hands-on experience that mirrors real-world cybersecurity environments and supports industry certification success. He also leads the Cybersecurity Ambassador Program, which engages K-12 students through outreach events, workshops and camps to inspire the next generation of cybersecurity professionals.