CompTIA Cybersecurity Analyst (CySA+) certification (CS0-002) is an intermediate-level credential designed for cybersecurity professionals who want to advance their skills in threat management, vulnerability management, and incident response. The exam validates the candidates' ability to apply behavioral analytics to improve the overall state of IT security, identify and combat malware and advanced persistent threats (APTs), and implement security controls to prevent unauthorized access and data exfiltration. The CySA+ certification is recognized globally and is ideal for security analysts, security operations center (SOC) analysts, and threat intelligence analysts who want to enhance their expertise and take their cybersecurity career to the next level.