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SecurityX blueprint

SecurityX exam domains

The CompTIA blueprint defines 5 domains for CAS-005.
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ProviderCompTIA
Exam codeCAS-005
Exam standardCAS-005
Domains5

How to use the exam blueprint

Treat every domain as a required area of competence, then use its linked objectives to define exactly what to learn and practice. Published weights indicate relative exam emphasis, not permission to ignore lower-weight areas.

Prepare by objective and decision

Review the knowledge behind each objective, apply it in scenarios or practical work, and use targeted questions to test the decision being measured. Move to timed simulation only after the complete blueprint has been covered.

1 linked objectives

Security Architecture

Covers Design and evaluate enterprise security architectures..

1 linked objectives

Security Operations

Covers Direct advanced security operations and incident response..

1 linked objectives

Security Engineering and Cryptography

Covers Evaluate security engineering and cryptographic solutions..

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Governance, Risk, and Compliance

Covers Integrate security governance, risk, and compliance requirements..

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Research, Development, and Collaboration

Covers Evaluate emerging technology and lead security collaboration..