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CompTIA SecAI+ Certification

CY0-001 · 4 domains

Last updated: March 31, 2026

Exam Syllabus & Domains

The CompTIA SecAI+ certification exam covers the following domains. Focus your training time proportionally to each domain's weight.

Domain 1 17%

Basic AI Concepts Related to Cybersecurity

  • 1.1 Compare and contrast AI types and techniques relevant to cybersecurity
  • 1.2 Explain data security concepts in relation to AI
  • 1.3 Explain security considerations throughout the AI lifecycle
Generative AIMachine LearningDeep LearningNLP and LLMsTransformersGANsSupervised LearningUnsupervised LearningReinforcement LearningFine-TuningPrompt EngineeringRAGVector EmbeddingsData LineageData ProvenanceWatermarkingHuman-in-the-Loop
Domain 2 40%

Securing AI Systems

  • 2.1 Explain AI threat-modeling resources
  • 2.2 Explain security controls for AI systems
  • 2.3 Explain access controls for AI systems
  • 2.4 Explain data security controls for AI systems
  • 2.5 Explain monitoring and auditing for AI systems
  • 2.6 Given a scenario, analyze attack evidence and suggest compensating controls
OWASP LLM Top 10OWASP ML Security Top 10MITRE ATLASMIT AI Risk RepositoryCVE AI Working GroupPrompt InjectionModel PoisoningData PoisoningJailbreakingModel InversionModel TheftMembership InferenceAI Supply Chain AttacksPrompt FirewallsModel GuardrailsRate LimitingToken LimitsEndpoint Access ControlsEncryption In UseData AnonymizationData MaskingHallucination DetectionBias AuditingAI Cost Monitoring
Domain 3 24%

AI-assisted Security

  • 3.1 Describe AI-enabled tools used for security tasks
  • 3.2 Explain how AI enables or enhances attack vectors
  • 3.3 Explain how to use AI to automate security tasks
IDE Security Plug-insAI Chatbots for SecurityMCP ServersAnomaly DetectionAutomated Pen TestingVulnerability AnalysisThreat Modeling with AIDeepfakesAI-Enhanced Social EngineeringAdversarial NetworksAutomated Malware GenerationAI ReconnaissanceLow-Code/No-Code SecurityAI AgentsCI/CD Security ScanningSoftware Composition AnalysisAutomated Incident Response
Domain 4 19%

AI Governance, Risk, and Compliance

  • 4.1 Explain organizational governance structures for AI
  • 4.2 Explain risks associated with AI
  • 4.3 Explain the impact of compliance on AI
AI Center of ExcellenceAI Security Architect RoleAI Governance Engineer RoleML Engineer RoleMLOps EngineerResponsible AI PrinciplesAI BiasShadow AIAccidental Data LeakageEU AI ActOECD AI StandardsISO AI StandardsNIST AI Risk Management FrameworkData SovereigntySanctioned vs Unsanctioned AIPrivate vs Public ModelsThird-Party Compliance

Where to Focus Your Study Time

Domains with higher weight have more exam questions — allocate your study hours accordingly.

D1 Basic AI Concepts Related to Cybersecurity
17%
D2 Securing AI Systems
40%
D3 AI-assisted Security
24%
D4 AI Governance, Risk, and Compliance
19%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CompTIA SecAI+ certification?

The CompTIA SecAI+ (CY0-001) is a professional IT certification that validates your knowledge and skills in the exam domains covered. It is recognized globally by employers and is a valuable credential for career advancement in cybersecurity and IT.

What does the CompTIA SecAI+ certification syllabus cover?

The CompTIA SecAI+ exam syllabus covers 4 domains. Each domain is weighted differently, so focus your training on higher-weighted domains first. Review the complete domain breakdown above for objectives and key concepts.

How should I study for CompTIA SecAI+?

Create a structured study plan covering all exam domains, use practice tests to identify weak areas, and review key concepts regularly. A fillable study planner can help you organize your training with weekly schedules and progress tracking.

How long does it take to prepare for CompTIA SecAI+?

Preparation time varies by experience level. Most candidates spend 8-12 weeks of dedicated training. Using a structured study planner with domain-by-domain breakdown helps ensure you cover all certification objectives efficiently.