foundations
foundation Level
professional certification
Security+
Security+ · Issued by CompTIA
Official Exam Fee
$404 USD (exam-only)
Region: US · exam-only
Official Exam Code
SY0-701
Format: Multiple choice and performance-based questions (PBQs)
Validity & Renewal
3 years
50 CEUs per 3-year cycle
Prerequisites & Recommended Experience
Mandatory Prerequisites
None mandatory. Anyone may register for the examination.
Recommended Experience
CompTIA Network+ and 2 years of experience in security/systems administration.
Exam Specifications
- Duration
- 90 minutes
- Questions
- Maximum of 90 questions
- Passing Criteria
- 750 (scale 100-900)
- Testing Delivery
- Pearson VUE (in-person testing center or OnVUE online proctored)
Data verified on 2026-10-18 against primary issuer documentation.
Prices subject to change by issuing body. Taxes may apply.