CompTIA SecurityX credential artwork

CompTIA SecurityX (CAS-005)

Validates knowledge of enterprise security architecture and engineering, including governance, risk, compliance and security operations.

Summary

CompTIA SecurityX, formerly CASP+, is CompTIA's expert-level certification for security architects and senior security engineers who stay hands-on. It focuses on advanced technical skill rather than management, and it is scored pass/fail.

Good fit if

  • You have about 10 years in IT, 5 hands-on in security
  • You want an advanced technical credential, not a management one
  • You hold CySA+ or PenTest+ and want CompTIA's top security cert

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Prerequisites

No required prerequisites.

10 years in IT, including 5 in security

Recommended

Hands-on IT experience, with at least five years working directly in security.

Knowledge from CompTIA's security certifications

Recommended

Network+, Security+, CySA+, Cloud+ and PenTest+ level knowledge, or equivalent.

Cost

USD · US pricing
$544
A voucher with one retake (Retake Assurance) costs $709. Vouchers are valid for 12 months from purchase.

What holders say

A broad, demanding technical exam

Holders describe it as a combined final exam for Security+, CySA+ and PenTest+, with harder judgment calls where several answers look reasonable. Hands-on experience makes the practical questions much easier.

r/CompTIAReddit: do you have CASP+?, February 2024

Certification path

CompTIA recommends Security+ and a specialty such as CySA+, PenTest+ or Cloud+ before SecurityX, its expert-level certification.

CompTIA Security+ credential artwork
Security+Core cybersecurity skills
CompTIA CySA+ credential artwork
CySA+Security analysis and defense
CompTIA PenTest+ credential artwork
PenTest+Penetration testing
CompTIA Cloud+ credential artwork
Cloud+Cloud infrastructure operations
This certification
CompTIA SecurityX credential artwork
SecurityXSecurity architecture and engineering

Renewal

SecurityX is valid for 3 years from the day you pass.

Validity
3 years
Renewal requirement
75 CEUs per cycle
Renewal fee
$150 USD

Renew with continuing education or by passing the latest SecurityX exam, which also waives the CE fee. Renewing SecurityX also renews the lower CompTIA certifications you hold.

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Alternatives

Certified Information Systems Security Professional credential artwork
CISSP$884 required · Advanced

The better-known senior credential, especially for management-track roles.

Certified Information Security Manager credential artwork
CISM$810 required · Advanced

For security program leadership rather than hands-on engineering.

Certified Chief Information Security Officer credential artwork
CCISO$1,099 required · Advanced

For people moving toward CISO-level leadership.

OffSec Certified Professional credential artwork
OSCP$1,749 required · Advanced

A hands-on lab exam for senior offensive security work.

FAQ

Is SecurityX the same as CASP+?

Yes. CompTIA renamed CASP+ to SecurityX. The current exam is CAS-005, and CASP+ holders keep their certification.

Is SecurityX harder than CISSP?

They test different things. SecurityX is more technical and includes performance-based tasks; CISSP is broader and more management-focused, and it requires five years of paid experience.

How is SecurityX scored?

Pass or fail. There is no scaled score.

Does SecurityX renew my other CompTIA certifications?

Yes. Passing SecurityX renews CySA+, PenTest+, Security+, Network+ and A+ if you hold them.

Does SecurityX expire?

Yes, after three years. Renew with 75 CEUs and the CE fee, or by passing the latest SecurityX exam.

Last updated October 2026