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The CompTIA Security+ course is a comprehensive training program that equips learners with the core knowledge and hands-on skills needed to launch or advance a career in cybersecurity. Recognised globally, Security+ is a vendor-neutral certification that lays the groundwork for essential IT security principles and best practices.

This course is ideal if:

• You're new to cybersecurity and want to break in
• You're already in IT but want to pivot into security
• You're pursuing a promotion or more responsibility
• You need a credential to meet job or contract requirements

Will CompTIA Security+ help my career?

Yes — the CompTIA Security+ course can significantly help your career, especially if you're aiming to work in cybersecurity, systems administration, or network security.

Recognised Industry Credential - Security+ is globally recognised and respected by employers, including the U.S. Department of Defence (DoD 8570 compliant). It demonstrates that you have a baseline of cybersecurity skills, making your CV stand out.

Builds Practical Skills - The course theory will help you learn how to:

• Secure networks and systems
• Handle incidents and breaches
• Apply encryption and identity management

Opens Up Job Opportunities - With Security+ certification, you become eligible for roles like:

• Cybersecurity Analyst
• Security Administrator
• IT Support Specialist (with security focus)
• Network Administrator
• SOC Analyst (Security Operations Centre)

CompTIA Security+ course is ideal for:

• Aspiring Cybersecurity Professionals - If you're new to IT security and want to enter the field, this is one of the best foundational certifications. It provides the core knowledge to build a cybersecurity career.
  
  
• Entry-Level IT Technicians - People already working in general IT roles (e.g., help desk, support technician, junior sysadmin) who want to shift into security-related positions.
  
  
• System & Network Administrators - Admins looking to deepen their understanding of security principles and best practices to protect organisational assets.
  
  
• Security Support Staff - Those supporting cybersecurity functions, such as monitoring alerts, responding to tickets, or working under a security analyst.
  
  
• Career Changers - Professionals from non-IT backgrounds who want to pivot into cybersecurity roles — especially if they have some foundational IT knowledge.
  
  
• Organisations Training Their IT Teams - Businesses that want their IT teams to be better equipped to defend against cyber threats often use Security+ as a baseline certification.

CompTIA Security+ is an entry-level cybersecurity certification, so there are no formal prerequisites.

Entry-Level (£28,000 - £40,000)

• IT Support Technician
• Junior Security Analyst
• SOC Analyst (Tier 1)
• Network Administrator

Mid-Level (£45,000 - £60,000)

• Cybersecurity Analyst
• SOC Analyst (tier 2/3)
• Security Engineer
• Compliance

Senior-Level (£65,000 - £90,000+)

• Senior Security Analyst
• Security Architect
• Cybersecurity Consultant
• Chief Information Security Officer (CISO)