Level

Entry level

Entry-level certifications are perfect for beginners or career changers. They establish foundational knowledge and open doors to your first cybersecurity roles. These certs typically don't require prior experience and can be studied for in 3-6 months.

6 certifications

Next steps

Build foundational skills, get hands-on experience, pursue intermediate certifications

Entry level certifications

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CompTIA

Entry

CompTIA Security+

Vendor-neutral proof of core security administration skills, tested partly through performance-based tasks and mapped by CompTIA to DoD 8140 work roles

Exam: $439
Study: 3-6 months

CompTIA

Entry

CompTIA Network+

Vendor-neutral proof that you can address, configure, secure and troubleshoot business networks, tested with performance-based tasks on a 90-minute exam

Exam: $399
Study: 3-4 months