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CompTIA CySA+

CS0-003
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Quick Answer

CompTIA CySA+ is a professional certification from CompTIA that costs $392 and takes 100–150 hours to prepare for. CompTIA CySA+ validates the ability to apply behavioral analytics to detect and respond to cybersecurity threats — security monitoring, threat intelligence, incident response, vulnerability management, and security architecture.

Exam Cost
$392
Questions
85
Duration
165 min
Passing Score
750/1000
Valid
3 years

Exam details are sourced from official vendor documentation. Some vendors do not publish passing scores publicly. Always verify current requirements at the official exam page before registering.

Last verified: April 2026

About This Certification

CompTIA CySA+ validates the ability to apply behavioral analytics to detect and respond to cybersecurity threats — security monitoring, threat intelligence, incident response, vulnerability management, and security architecture. It bridges Security+ and the advanced CASP+ certification.

Who It's For

Security analysts, SOC analysts, and IT security professionals with 3-4 years of experience who are advancing into threat detection and incident response roles. Requires Security+ or equivalent experience.

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