CompTIA Cloud+ ce
Credential: CompTIA Cloud+ ce
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
The following DOD Civilian Occupations provide training and/or experience that contributes to attaining this credential:
The following Federal Occupations provide training and/or experience that contribute to attaining this credential:
| Federal Occupation | Related As | |
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| 0854 Computer Engineering |  Some |
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| 1550 Computer Science Series | Some |
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| 2210 Information Technology Management Series |  Other |
The following civilian occupations are related to this credential:
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| Computer and Information Research Scientists |  Bright Outlook |
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| Computer and Information Systems Managers | Bright Outlook |
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| Computer Network Architects | Apprenticeship |
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| Computer Network Support Specialists | find local salary |
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| Computer Systems Analysts | Apprenticeship |
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| Computer Systems Engineers/Architects | find local salary |
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| Computer User Support Specialists | Bright Outlook |
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| Database Administrators | Bright Outlook |
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| Database Architects | find local salary |
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| Information Security Analysts | Bright Outlook |
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| Information Technology Project Managers | find local salary |
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| Network and Computer Systems Administrators | Apprenticeship |
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| Software Developers, Applications | Bright Outlook |
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| Software Developers, Systems Software | Bright Outlook |
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MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Eligibility Requirements
- Credential Prerequisite
- Experience: 2 years recommended
- Education
- Training
- Membership
- Other
- Fee
Note: This credential may have multiple options for becoming eligible. Listed are the minimum requirements based on the minimum degree required.
Exam Requirements (View Details)
- Exam
- Written Exam
- Oral Exam
- Practical Exam
- Performance Assessment
RECERTIFICATION SUMMARY
Renewal Period: 3 years
AGENCY CONTACT INFORMATION
Computing Technology Industry Association (CompTIA)
3500 Lacey Road
Suite 100
Downers Grove, IL 60515
Phone: 866.835.8020
Fax: 630.678.8384
Contact Page
Written Exam CV0-002
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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:
- Best Sources
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Testing Information
Testing for this credential is handled by Pearson VUE. The test centers are located in the U.S. They also have some test centers on military bases.
To find out more, use the following links on the Pearson VUE website:
- Search for Testing Program
- Learn About Testing for Military Communities
- Agency/Certification Specific Testing Information
- Contact Pearson VUE
For more information on the Computing Technology Industry Association (CompTIA) testing process, visit the agency website.
RECERTIFICATION
CompTIA Cloud+ ce
Renewal Period: 3 years
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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