Computing Technology Industry Association (CompTIA)

CompTIA Cloud+ ce

Credential: CompTIA Cloud+ ce  In-Demand resource  GI Bill resource  Army eLearning resource  ANAB (ANSI) resource CA Eligible
Credentialing Agency: Computing Technology Industry Association (CompTIA)

Renewal Period: 3 years

The CompTIA Cloud+ certification validates the skills and expertise of IT practitioners in implementing and maintaining cloud technologies. CompTIA Cloud+ covers competency in configuration and deployment, security, maintenance, management and troubleshooting. It is recommended, although not required, that candidates have 24 to 36 months of work experience in networking, storage or IT data center administration, familiarity with any major hypervisor technologies for server virtualization, knowledge of cloud service model and deployment model definition, and hands-on experience with at least one public cloud platform.

More information can be found on the certifying agency's website.

CompTIA Cloud+ ce

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Attainability:    high

Eligibility Requirements (View Details)

  • Credential Prerequisite
  • Experience: 2 years recommended
  • Education
  • Training
  • Membership
  • Other
  • Fee

Note: This credential may have multiple options for a Service member to meet eligibility requirements. Requirements listed here are based on the minimum degree required.

Exam Requirements (View Details)

  • Exam
  • Written Exam
  • Oral Exam
  • Practical Exam
  • Performance Assessment

Exam Administration (View Details)

  • In-person exam
  • Remote proctored on-line exam
  • Third-party test vendor

RECERTIFICATION SUMMARY

Renewal Period: 3 years

  • Continuing Education
  • Exam
  • Continuing Education OR Exam
  • Fee
  • Other

AGENCY CONTACT INFORMATION

Computing Technology Industry Association (CompTIA)

3500 Lacey Road
Suite 100
Downers Grove, IL  60515

Phone: 866.835.8020

Fax: 630.678.8300
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Written Exam CV0-002

  • 1.0 Configuration and Deployment (24%)
    • 1.1 Given a scenario, analyze system requirements to ensure successful system deployment.
    • 1.2 Given a scenario, execute a provided deployment plan.
    • 1.3 Given a scenario, analyze system requirements to determine if a given testing plan is appropriate.
    • 1.4 Given a scenario, analyze testing results to determine if the testing was successful in relation to given system requirements.
    • 1.5 Given a scenario, analyze sizing, subnetting, and basic routing for a provided deployment of the virtual network.
    • 1.6 Given a scenario, analyze CPU and memory sizing for a provided deployment.
    • 1.7 Given a scenario, analyze the appropriate storage type and protection capability for a provided deployment.
    • 1.8 Given a scenario, analyze characteristics of the workload (storage, network, compute) to ensure a successful migration.
    • 1.9 Given a scenario, apply elements required to extend the infrastructure into a given cloud solution.
  • 2.0 Security (16%)
    • 2.1 Given a scenario, apply security configurations and compliance controls to meet given cloud infrastructure requirements.
    • 2.2 Given a scenario, apply the appropriate ACD to the target objects to meet access requirements according to a security template.
    • 2.3 Given a cloud service model, implement defined security technologies to meet given security requirements.
    • 2.4 Given a cloud service model, apply the appropriate security automation technique to the target system.
  • 3.0 Maintenance (18%)
    • 3.1 Given a cloud service model, determine the appropriate methodology to apply given patches.
    • 3.2 Given a scenario, apply the appropriate automation tools to update cloud elements.
    • 3.3 Given a scenario, apply an appropriate backup or restore method.
    • 3.4 Given a cloud-based scenario, apply appropriate disaster recovery methods.
    • 3.5 Given a cloud-based scenario, apply the appropriate steps to ensure business continuity.
    • 3.6 Given a scenario, apply the appropriate maintenance automation technique to the target objects.
  • 4.0 Management (20%)
    • 4.1 Given a scenario, analyze defined metrics to determine the presence of an abnormality and/or forecast future needed cloud resources.
    • 4.2 Given a scenario, determine the appropriate allocation of cloud resources.
    • 4.3 Given a scenario, determine when to provision/deprovision cloud resources.
    • 4.4 Given a scenario, implement account provisioning techniques in a cloud environment to meet security and policy requirements.
    • 4.5 Given a scenario, analyze deployment results to confirm they meet the baseline.
    • 4.6 Given a specific environment and related data (e.g., performance, capacity, trends), apply appropriate changes to meet expected criteria.
    • 4.7 Given SLA requirements, determine the appropriate metrics to report.
  • 5.0 Troubleshooting (22%)
    • 5.1 Given a scenario, troubleshoot a deployment issue.
    • 5.2 Given a scenario, troubleshoot common capacity issues.
    • 5.3 Given a scenario, troubleshoot automation/orchestration issues.
    • 5.4 Given a scenario, troubleshoot connectivity issues.
    • 5.5 Given a scenario, troubleshoot security issues.
    • 5.6 Given a scenario, explain the troubleshooting methodology.

Exam Preparation Resources

There are a number of resources available to help you prepare for the CompTIA Cloud+ ce examination:

An additional resource is O'Reilly Learning Safari Books Online, a searchable digital library that provides online access to thousands of books, training videos and conference sessions. See the Educational Resources section on the Related Sites page here on COOL to learn how to get free access.

Testing Information

  • Exam Administration

    Credential exams may be administered in-person at a testing site, proctored on-line remotely, or have options for both. If an exam is administered through a test vendor, the third-party test vendor box will be checked. The following test administration options apply to the CompTIA Cloud+ ce credential where checked:

    • In-person exam
    • Remote proctored on-line exam
    • Third-party test vendor

  • For more information on the Computing Technology Industry Association (CompTIA) testing process, visit the agency website.

RECERTIFICATION

CompTIA Cloud+ ce

Renewal Period: 3 years

The CompTIA Cloud+ ce credential has the following recertification information:

  • The Cloud+ ce certification is valid for three years from the date the candidate becomes certified. Please see the CompTIA website for renewal details.

Additional considerations for the CompTIA Cloud+ ce include:

  • Candidates are recommended to have the following recommended experience:
    • At least 24–36 months of work experience in IT networking, network storage or datacenter administration
    • Familiarity with any major hypervisor technologies for server virtualization, though vendor-specific certifications in virtualization are not required
    • CompTIA Network+ and/or CompTIA Server+, though CompTIA certifications are not required
    • Knowledge of cloud service model (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS) definitions
    • Knowledge of common cloud deployment model (Private, Public, Hybrid) definitions
    • Hands-on experience with at least one public cloud IaaS platform

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4-10 years experience; Enlisted E5 through E6

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