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CompTIA Cloud+

About the course

Exam Prefix

CV0-002 & CV0-003

Level

Intermediate

Length

90 minutes to complete the exam

Format

Maximum of 90 questions, Multiple choice and performance-based

Passing Score

750 (on a scale of 100-900)

Recommended Experience

CompTIA Network+ and Server+ and 2-3 years of experience in systems administration or networking.

CompTIA Cloud+ shows you have the expertise needed for data center jobs.


CompTIA Cloud+ is a global certification that validates the skills needed to deploy and automate secure cloud environments that support the high availability of business systems and data.


CompTIA Cloud+ is the only performance-based IT certification that views cloud-based infrastructure services in the context of broader IT systems operations regardless of the platform. Migrating to the cloud presents opportunities to deploy, optimize, and protect mission critical applications and data storage. CompTIA Cloud+ validates the technical skills needed to secure these valuable assets.


The reality of operating multicloud environments poses new challenges. CompTIA Cloud+ is ideal for cloud engineers who need to have expertise across multiple products and systems.


CompTIA Cloud+ is the only cloud focused certification approved for DoD 8570.01-M, offering an infrastructure option for individuals who need to certify in IAM Level I, CSSP Analyst and CSSP Infrastructure Support roles.


CompTIA Cloud+ now features flexible training options including self-paced learning, live online training, custom training and labs to advance the career development of IT professionals in server administration.


The new CompTIA Cloud+ CV0-003 is now available. CompTIA Cloud+ CV0-002 (English language version) will retire January 7, 2022.


CompTIA Cloud+ CV0-003: What’s in this version?


The new CompTIA Cloud+ covers in greater depth the skills and abilities needed to operate in the cloud, validating that candidates have the technical experience needed to deploy, secure, and automate environments regardless of the vendor solution.


  • New updates to the CompTIA Cloud+ exam domains

  • High availability is now its own objective and is highlighted as an important factor for disaster recovery and security measures

  • Automation & virtualization content including approaches such as continuous integration and continuous deployment ensure candidates have the skills to optimize the cloud to meet business needs

  • Cloud architecture has been added as a domain, highlighting the importance of understanding the foundational technologies and concepts that comprise the cloud

What you'll learn at a glance

Why use Cloud+?

  • Analyze the different cloud models to design the best solution to support business requirements

  • Maintain and optimize cloud environments, including proper automation and orchestration procedures, backup and restore operations, and disaster recovery tasks

  • Manage and maintain servers, including OS configurations, access control and virtualization

  • Troubleshoot capacity, automation, connectivity and security issues related to cloud implementations

  • Analyze system requirements to successfully execute workload migrations to the cloud

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Average salary for CompTIA Cloud+ Professionals

£55,108.00+

The average cloud+ salary in the United Kingdom is £55,108 per year or £28.26 per hour. Entry level positions start at £42,531 per year while most experienced workers make up to £80,000 per year.

Job Roles

  • Senior Systems Administrator

  • Systems Engineer

  • Senior Network Engineer

  • Cloud Specialist

  • Cloud Project Manager

  • Cloud Engineer

  • Senior Network Administrator

Frequently asked questions

You’ve got questions & we’ve got answers

Why Is There a New Version of CompTIA Cloud+?

In order to keep up with an industry that is constantly evolving, CompTIA updates certification exams every few years to ensure they reflect changes in the industry.


The new version of CompTIA Cloud+ (CV0-003) covers in greater depth the skills and abilities needed to operate in the cloud, validating that candidates have the technical experience needed to deploy, secure and automate environments regardless of the vendor solution.

What’s on the Latest Version of CompTIA Cloud+?

The latest version of CompTIA Cloud+ (CV0-003) includes both performance-based and multiple-choice exam questions across five domains:


  1. Cloud Architecture & Design (13%)

  2. Security (20%)

  3. Deployment (23%)

  4. Operations & Support (22%)

  5. Troubleshooting (22%)


Here are some of the new additions to this version of the exam:


  • High-availability is now its own objective and is highlighted as an important factor for disaster recovery and security measures

  • Automation and virtualization content, including approaches such as continuous integrations and continuous deployment, ensures candidates have the skills to optimize the cloud to meet business needs

  • Cloud architecture has been added as a domain, highlighting the importance of understanding the foundational technologies and concepts of the cloud

Why Should I Get the New CompTIA Cloud+?

Migrating to the cloud presents both challenges and opportunities to manage and protect critical applications and data storage. CompTIA Cloud+ validates the technical skills needed to secure these valuable assets.


Here are some ways the new CompTIA Cloud+ is unique:


  • The new CompTIA Cloud+ is the only performance-based IT certification that views cloud-based infrastructure services in the context of broader IT systems operations regardless of the platform

  • CompTIA Cloud+ now features flexible training options including self-paced learning, live online training, custom training and labs to advance the career development of IT professionals in cloud administration

What Jobs Can I Get with CompTIA Cloud+?

The following job roles directly align with the knowledge you learn from the new CompTIA Cloud+ exam:


Primary Job Roles for CompTIA Cloud+ CV0-003


  • Senior Systems Administrator: A cloud systems administrator develops, maintains and troubleshoots the network connections of cloud computing resources

  • Systems Engineer: Systems engineers monitor and manage hardware as well as software and provide guidance when needed to their team to keep everything running smoothly

  • Cloud Engineer: A cloud engineer is responsible for maintaining the cloud so it addresses the business’s needs fully and accurately


Secondary Job Roles for CompTIA Cloud+ CV0-003


  • Senior Network Administrator

  • Senior Network Engineer

  • Cloud Specialist

  • Cloud Project Manager


CASP+ is compliant with ISO 17024 standards and approved by the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) to meet directive 8140/8570.01-M requirements

How Can I Prepare for the CompTIA Cloud+ Exam?

Robust IT offers everything you need to prepare for your certification exam. Explore training developed by CompTIA with options that fit various learning styles and timelines. Whether you prefer self-study or classroom training, CompTIA has you covered.

How Long Will It Take Me to Earn CompTIA Cloud+?

The amount of time you’ll need to spend studying and training for the new CompTIA Cloud+ exam depends on the individual. We recommend candidates have 2-3 years of experience in a system administration or networking role. Earning CompTIA Network+ and CompTIA Server+ are suggested certification prerequisites, as is having familiarity with any major hypervisor technology for server virtualization.

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