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CompTIA · AI & Machine Learning · Professional

CompTIA SecAI+ exam guide

Exam CY0-001

CompTIA SecAI+ (CY0-001), launched February 17, 2026, validates skills at the intersection of AI and cybersecurity: securing AI systems, using AI to strengthen security operations, and governing AI risk. Securing AI systems carries 40% of the exam. It suits security practitioners whose organizations are deploying LLMs, agents and machine learning.

QuestionsUp to 60
Time limit60 minutes
Passing score600 (100-900 scale)
Exam fee$298 USD
Valid for3 years
DeliveryPearson VUE test center or online proctored (OnVUE)

Format: Multiple choice and performance-based. Fee note: 2026 US retail price; about $332 with retake.

Who it's for

Security analysts, engineers and architects with 3-4 years of IT and 2+ years of hands-on security experience who are responsible for AI deployments or AI-enabled security tooling.

What the exam covers

Basic AI Concepts Related to Cybersecurity17%
Securing AI Systems40%
AI-assisted Security24%
AI Governance, Risk, and Compliance19%

Eligibility & prerequisites

Required: None

Recommended: 3-4 years in IT and at least 2 years of hands-on cybersecurity; Security+, CySA+, PenTest+ or equivalent knowledge.

Keeping it active

Valid 3 years. Renew through CompTIA Continuing Education: earn 15 CEUs in the 3-year cycle and pay the $75 CE fee, or pass a newer version or a higher-level CompTIA exam that renews it automatically, or complete the matching CertMaster CE course.

Skills & careers

Skills it validates

  • Explaining ML, LLM and agent architectures and their attack surfaces
  • Mitigating prompt injection, data poisoning and model theft
  • Securing AI pipelines, data and model access
  • Using AI tools to automate detection and response
  • Applying AI governance frameworks and regulations
  • Assessing AI-related risk and third-party AI services

Job roles

AI Security EngineerSecurity EngineerSOC AnalystSecurity ArchitectAI Governance AnalystApplication Security Engineer

Where it fits in your path

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Build my study plan

  1. Week 1: AI fundamentals for security: ML vs generative AI, model life cycle, RAG and agents.
  2. Week 2-3: Securing AI systems (40%): OWASP Top 10 for LLM Applications, MITRE ATLAS, guardrails, access control and monitoring for models.
  3. Week 4: AI-assisted security: AI in SIEM/SOAR, threat detection, code review and their limitations.
  4. Week 5: Governance, risk and compliance: NIST AI RMF, EU AI Act basics, ISO/IEC 42001, AI policies; then timed practice tests.

Make it yours: pick your exam date and weekly hours. We'll split your time by domain weight and give you a printable plan.

Exam-day tips

  • Securing AI systems is 40% of the score; know specific attacks (prompt injection, jailbreaking, poisoning, model inversion) and their controls.
  • With 60 minutes for up to 60 questions, keep a one-minute-per-question pace.
  • Map controls to frameworks like OWASP LLM Top 10 and MITRE ATLAS; questions often describe a scenario and ask for the best control.
  • Expect performance-based items on configuring guardrails or reviewing AI system logs.
  • Know the difference between securing AI and using AI for security; questions test both directions.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does SecAI+ cost?

$298 USD at CompTIA's 2026 US retail price (about $332 with a retake).

When did SecAI+ launch?

CY0-001 launched on February 17, 2026.

Do I need Security+ before SecAI+?

It is not required, but CompTIA recommends Security+, CySA+ or PenTest+ level knowledge and 2+ years of security experience.

How do I renew SecAI+?

Earn 15 CEUs within 3 years and pay the $75 CE fee, or pass a qualifying higher-level CompTIA exam.

SecAI+ vs ISACA AAISM?

SecAI+ is technical and has no prerequisite. AAISM is management-focused and requires an active CISM or CISSP.

Official page: www.comptia.org. Reviewed November 2026. Vendors change fees and objectives, so confirm with the vendor before you book. Spot something out of date? Tell us.