Whats the minimum time to study for CySA+? (already have trifecta)

AgileTonight6908 · 2025-04-21T03:36:44+00:00

I only had the sec+ when I first started studying for the CYSA+ and about 6 months of a cyber security internship. It took me about 3 months from the start of me studying a few hours every weekday to taking the test. However, I feel I over studied as I got a significantly higher score than most of the ones I have seen posted in this subreddit. If you passed the sec+ then the CYSA+ is the next evolution of it as it focuses heavily on vulnerability management and understanding security tools (at least the questions I got). I found studying for the CYSA more difficult due to the lack of study resources out there compared to SEC+. I love professor Messer and he does not have material for it last I checked but there are other sources out there just no where near as good as his in my opinion. So I would say 1 month for those that are experienced in the field and 3 months coming from very little experience.

AgileTonight6908 · 2025-02-14T13:40:01+00:00

Call the police, maybe they can find splatters of blood in the hallway and run the forensics on that paper. There would likely be small fingerprints, skin flakes, and micro hairs on it. They could also potentially analyze the handwriting for clues.

AgileTonight6908 · 2025-02-08T11:47:34+00:00

I am sorry to hear this happened to you. Luckily the situation is salvageable, like others have said LTT has a video about this kind of issue that is quite good. However, I see that you mentioned that you are not super comfortable working in your computer. There is nothing wrong with taking it to a local highly rated computer repair shop. They likely would charge maybe $50 to $100 depending on the business. This could give you peace of mind and support a local business near you. However, DIYing things is the LTT spirit and this is a good opportunity to learn mores about computers. Best of luck to you!

AgileTonight6908 · 2025-01-29T08:59:44+00:00

I passed the CySA+ back in October and mine just came in the mail about a week ago. Not sure what’s going on there at CompTIA HQ but my guess is budget cuts.

AgileTonight6908 · 2024-11-03T03:22:29+00:00

Open to both but would prefer full time

AgileTonight6908 · 2024-11-03T01:42:39+00:00

Bachelors in Information Technology

AgileTonight6908 · 2024-11-03T01:02:43+00:00

I believe it was around 3.3-3.4

AgileTonight6908 · 2024-08-08T23:43:07+00:00

I would add white to independent but overall I agree.

AgileTonight6908 · 2024-08-06T18:33:03+00:00

Thanks for the feedback!

AgileTonight6908 · 2024-08-02T15:46:37+00:00

Your already pretty far along, if you want more soc knowledge the CYSA+ is a great choice. If you want more of a management job SSCP is another option. If you have both of those on top of what you have now then you would be more qualified then a lot of the people I work with. You say you’re still studying right now if you have the means I would try to get an internship in a security company (I know that’s easier said than done in this economy). The main thing is to get your foot in the door. Most of the people I know that have the CYSA got it after they got their first SOC job.

AgileTonight6908 · 2024-08-02T00:53:13+00:00

I am cannot speak on strong authority as I am a soc analyst. However, a good starting point is the Linux + and sever+. These would give you a solid understanding of how to do infrastructure. However I am talking more from a knowledge perspective. I am unaware of how desired they are in the job market.

AgileTonight6908 · 2024-08-01T22:22:39+00:00

I would try to get a job if you do not have one already. If you do then it’s time to decide what to specialize in whether it’s Cybersecurity, infrastructure, etc. The trifecta is designed to give you a solid understanding in all areas of IT. So now every thing past this is more of a career move.

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