Buddy
Don't worry about me. it is not end of road!!

I have no idea what was behind the failed result but I had an exam with questions that were reasonable, basic and not difficult or stressful to answer even though I have certain experiences in the field of cybersecurity already acquired (as a SOC leader and also a SOC analyst L3 ) but I failed.

For those taking this exam I guarantee you should study the books already recommended by other aspirants and highly recommend taking the "CASP+ CompTIA Advanced Security Practitioner Practice Tests Exam by Sybex" I believe I got 90% of the questions coming from this book. If you can still review the full Dion course material on udemy then I guarantee you will be 100% able to pass this exam.

I'm not sad not that I failed, I'm just wondering what must have gone wrong in the answers given. Maybe I underestimated when answering the questions maybe.
I still had an hour and a half to review all the answers but I didn't. It was a personal challenge for me to pass this exam but the next one will be better, I don't lower my head.

I wish good luck for who will do it next

I have earned instructor resources from completing TTT series. What is the general link for them?

My school district's server deletes emails after only 60 days.

Cheyney University's Workforce Enhancement Network is in need of an experienced remote Comptia ITF+ certification instructor. We will be running the course beginning spring semester of February 2023 for approximately 8-10 weeks. All instructional resources will be provided to the instructor including CompTIA and uCertify products.

A multi-certified instructor is preferred with wide experience in IT certification and instruction. The instructor will meet with students weekly for virtual instruction to prep for the ITF+ exam.

Please share this opportunity with the IT instructor community and contact Mrs. Kiyanna Davis @ [email protected] with a recent professional resume to be considered.

I've just passed the CASP+ certification exam!
Thanks much to CompTIA for the exam voucher, through @Stephen Schneiter.

I've used the following to prepare for the exam:

• e-book (instructor guide) from CompTIA with the exam prep from CompTIA Learn.
  • recommended! I didn't get to try the Labs tho. Is there any?
• e-learning course by Jason Dion, from LinkedIn Learning
  • the course is good, tho it gets boring at times. the study notes need revision
• e-book (cert guide) and practice exam from Pearson IT
  • e-book and practice exam are good. a few minor details were off which i've already sent as feedback to Pearson for revision.
• CyberVista's exam prep, via Learning People Global
  • exam prep is good

I had 2 PBQs - only 1 of which is a simulation.

Next stop, Pentest+ or Project+.... which one?

I know CompTIA has the Server+ but how about they come up with a CompTIA On-Premises Server OS plus?
Basically a Microsoft based certification for on-premises servers.

Cheyney University's Workforce Enhancement Network is in need of an experienced remote Comptia ITF+ certification instructor. We will be running the course beginning spring semester of February 2023 for approximately 8-10 weeks. All instructional resources will be provided to the instructor including CompTIA and uCertify products.

A multi-certified instructor is preferred with wide experience in IT certification and instruction. The instructor will meet with students weekly for virtual instruction to prep for the ITF+ exam.

Please share this opportunity with the IT instructor community and contact Mrs. Kiyanna Davis @ [email protected] with a recent professional resume to be considered.

Hi CIN Admin(s)

Is there a dark mode setting for this website?


Regards

Hi We are a Private Vocational School located in Edison, New Jersey. We have an faculty job opportunity for Cybersecurity Training Program, Remote/ Hybrid(Part Time) for CompTIA Security+ , A+, CySP,CySA. Require Hands on Experience and Teaching skills

I have the CompTIA Learn Linux + application and package. Great material. I wanted to know how many times can one
take this Final Assessment exam? Is only once or can you take it multiple times?

Thank you,
Mike

Hello All,

With the recent update of the CompTIA A+ course, I'm wondering does anyone know if there are any plans for an update of the CompTIA ITF+ course. It looks like it was released around 2019 and some of the content is starting to show its age. We recently started to use the CompTIA resources and we are trialling the ITF+ course as a foundation for learners who haven't no IT experience. On our pathway some of our learners groups stop after the ITF+ whilst others progress to the higher level A+ course. The learners going onto A+ can detect the new content and call out the legacy content in the ITF+

Thanks

Rasheed

Did something recently change? I had some of my students today tell me that they were advised that they could not return to questions once they had skipped them and would not be able to go back and review flagged questions. First heard here, just trying to get to the ground truth.

Passed the CASP+ today. I fully expected to fail after not having sufficient time to study. I probably got all the easy questions.

If you're studying to finish this up before the voucher expires, definitely focus on Linux stuff, and know those acronyms inside and out. It was also helpful for me to know how this exam is a bit different from other CompTIA exams I've taken. There's a question where you work in a virtualized environment (looks like it counted for two questions, based on question numbering around it). When you get to that question, you only get one attempt at it, so there's no going back to it later to try again. And they give you a list of tasks before entering the environment that you're not allowed to perform on the VM. Within the virtual environment, they listed a few commands that they said could be helpful, along with a few switches. But they said the list is not exhaustive, and you might need other commands. I also had learned the exam result is Pass/Fail only, no scaled score, and you don't get the result on screen when you finish the exam. It was, however, printed on my report as I was checking out at the testing center.

And that's a wrap for my cert exams this year. If I counted right, I took and passed 10 cert exams in 2022. Seven were new-to-me certs from CompTIA, AWS, and Microsoft. The others were repeats to renew certs. I'm definitely grateful to @Stephen Schneiter and his crew for the TTT programs and the related vouchers!! Beyond the training and vouchers, it also provides a sense of accountability and that extra "push" I need to make me go through with taking these exams more often than I would have otherwise. And the discussions here are invaluable as well!

I know that ICS2 and CompTIA are competitors in the certification space. However as a teacher in the high schools space I am always looking for low cost and free resources to help my students start in the field. I have come across the (ICS)2 One million certified in Cyber promotion they are doing.

I ran though there free training material in a few hours and am trying it out on some of my students to see what they think of it. It seems to be a base level of “very” basic knowledge of Cybersecurity. I wanted to know what other thoughts on it are if any.

I am still going to keep my main certifications with CompTIA and Cisco for my class but do people think if the material is easier to understand for the students would you use it with your classes (High school students).


This is something that I wish CompTIA would jump on, a basic Cybersecurity certification that is not geared to technical. That both non-IT professional and IT starters could take.

PS if anyone has any other material that they want to share would love to know of more. I am always looking for ways my students can do more.

Hello;


Has anyone received TTT Linux Vouchers ?

Do we have a tentative schedule for upcoming TTTs?

2022 is wrapping up and we are excited for a new year!

How are your preparing to wrap up your classes for 2022, and how are you planning to begin 2023 with fresh ideas? We are curious to see how you are navigating the transitions with your students and institution (if applicable). Feel free to either just share your information, or expand as much as you like. We will be happy to have a conversation directly if you have any questions as well!

Are you using CompTIA Content/Resources? Do you see yourself making changes for 2023?
1. I would like to use it, where can I find more information?
2. I am using CompTIA content, I would like to expand and pursue additional content/resources
3. I am using CompTIA content, I am going to continue what I am doing for now
4. No I am not using CompTIA content, and I do not intend to at the present time.

I see lots of job postings both here and on other job websites. Unfortunately, many recruiters have highly unrealistic expectations and then wonder why they don't get a lot of quality applicants. Here are some of the common issues I see and how they could be improved.

Many jobs posted as "entry level" aren't really entry level. They require advanced degrees such as Masters Degrees, multiple certifications such as CASP+/CISSP/CISM, several years of experience with cloud/cybersecurity/programming/infrastructure/risk management, That is not entry level. That is advanced level. People with that complete list of qualifications will not apply for your "entry level" position. Masters Degrees should only be required for mid to upper management level positions. CASP+/CISSP/CISM are advanced certifications. If you want entry level, Security+ should be the most advanced certification you recommend (not require).

Most jobs do not list salary ranges, and then they require applicants to go through multiple rounds of interviews. There is nothing more frustrating for job applicants and recruiters than to schedule a series of interviews with different stakeholders over the course of several weeks only to discover the position pays significantly less than the amount the applicant is seeking. No offense, but I"m 52 years old with 30+ years of experience so I don't want your $30K per year job. Start with four times that amount and I might be interested. Recruiters should do themselves and the applicants a huge favor. List the salary range. If you don't get a large pool of applicants, look at both the salary range and the requirements. You may not be aligned with industry trends.

Some industries just don't understand the marketplace. High schools, colleges, and government typically pay a tiny fraction of the rate that the open market and public/private companies pay. Why would you want to teach at a high school for $40K or to teach at a college for $66K when you can teach corporate customers for $90K or more? If you're offering less than $100K for someone with a Masters Degree in a technical field, such as cybersecurity, the good applicants will find employment elsewhere. Do your research to find out what a Python developer with seven years experience makes. Or what the average CySA+ or PenTest+ certification holder makes. There are plenty of online resources for researching salaries.

Many jobs are nothing more than side hustles. Lots of jobs are part-time or term contract work. I worked as an independent contractor for 12 years. It's inconsistent work at best, there are no benefits whatsoever, and you are responsible for your own taxes, and it required constant travel. I was on the road 5 days per week for 45 weeks per year. That's exhausting work for a lower quality of life. Part-time work is an option only if you already have a full time job with a very flexible schedule, which means you won't get many applicants for classes taught every Tuesday during the day for ten weeks. Consider creating full-time salaried positions.

Many jobs offer the bare minimum in benefits packages. Two weeks per year of time off? Thanks but no thanks. Try starting with three or four weeks. Medical/dental/vision plans should be reasonable and affordable. 401k options should include company matching. Incentive-based bonus structures are welcomed. Offer comprehensive onboarding and career development options. The more you invest in your employees, the more likely they are to be productive and to remain loyal.

Many jobs require working onsite or hybrid work. That eliminates countless highly qualified fully remote applicants from the potential job pool. The vast majority of tech work, especially training and education, can be done 100% remotely. My wife and I moved to the Tampa Bay, Florida area last year and we have no intentions of moving elsewhere. Quality of life matters with today's job seekers. If the job can be done remotely, list it as a remote position. Occasional travel is fine, but remote workers are more productive because they don't waste countless hours commuting. And you save a lot of money on office rentals, supplies, utilities, taxes, etc.

For applicants, pay attention to the language in the job listings. Also pay attention to the hiring process. If an organization has unrealistic expectations in the hiring process, they most likely have unrealistic expectations every day at work.

edit: possible Fall (August) start date.

General Description​

Two Course Training Program (Security + and CYSA+)
Contract/Part Time

Kingsborough Community College Office of Continuing Education is seeking a CYBERSECURITY Instructor to work with a cohort of students and teach CompTIA Security + and CYSA + live online. Each course is 80 hours.

This role is a part-time instructional role requiring individuals to teach three days between Monday-Friday from 5:30-8:30pm or 6-9pm. Each course is 10 weeks long.

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Other Duties​

• Provide hands-on instruction and practical training to prepare students for the CompTIA Security+ and CYSA+ exams.
• Assist learners with CompTIA’s CertMaster Learning Management System (LMS) and supplemental resource materials (CertMaster Learn, Lab, and Practice)
• Monitor learner success and provide guidance as needed
• Maintain appropriate records of attendance
• Provide insight into career tracks and prepare learners for entry-level positions in IT
• Work closely with the Program Coordinator to identify learner needs and provide support
• Administer pre- and post-course survey and assessments
  

Qualifications
BA Degree and/or equivalent experience

2+ years of practitioner experience in Cybersecurity

2+ years of teaching experience​

Preferred qualifications: CompTIA Security+ and CompTIA CYSA+

Instructors will receive 90 hours per course (90 hours Security+ and 90 hours CYSA+) at $64/hour. 80 hours per course + 10 hours prep.


To apply, email resume, cover letter, and any relevant certifications to [email protected].

Hi Guys

Im just wondering can you ask to have your exam reviewed by a pearson rather then the automated system if you think the exam Glitched ?

Kind regards
Matthew

Hey Guys

how did ye feel about the Data+ Beta exam , all I can say was it was a varied exam.

Any thoughts ?

best regards
Matthew

Hi Guys

I recently took the Server+ Exam I was 2 questions of passing it I feel though that my exam glitched when I did my PBQS and I can't confirm if my data was saved when I submitted it for them , ive reached out to pearson but there onvue chat feature is awful , also my proctor was 45 minutes late to the exam.

is there anyway of appealing the result of the Fail or do I just take it again

best regards
Matthew

Hi Guys

As a Microsoft MVP MCT MCE AND MCSE holder I find it mad to believe CompTIA Make it so difficult ti be a CompTIA Trainer , is there any discounts for CTT+ is it a path worth pursuing ?

Best Regards
Matthew

Hey Guys

im have my casp+ booked second time around didn't get it 1st time any advice ?

Kind regards
Matthew