CompTIA is looking for Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) who have current experience implementing cybersecurity technologies and solutions in an ICS or OT environment to be involved in Item Writing for our new CompTIA certification, SecOT+.
During the Cut Score workshop, Subject Matter Experts will determine and set the passing standard for the certification exam, and will create, develop, and review items for the CompTIA SecOT+ exam.
Potential SMEs must have a minimum of 4 years of experience as a ICS or OT Security Engineer (or Analyst/Architect) with at least 2 of those years of hands-on experience implementing cybersecurity technologies and solutions in an ICS or OT environment with responsibility for:
- Risk assessment-driven approaches to cybersecurity
- Compliance and regulatory frameworks for OT
- Hardening techniques and secure configurations
- Managing third-party risks and supply chain security
- Integrating and securing legacy systems
SMEs who attend the workshop will receive:
- An honorarium of $440 per day (or $2,200 total for the week), pending adequate level of participation
- 40 continuing education credits (CEUs)
- Breakfast, lunch, and refreshments daily during the workshop
- A complimentary CompTIA testing voucher for the exam of their choice
- CompTIA SME digital badge for resume and social media
In recognition of their contributions, all SMEs who participate in the entire Item Writing workshop will have their names and companies (if provided) listed on the CompTIA website.
*International SMEs will instead receive $540/day stipend ($2,700 total) to help defer additional travel costs.
When: August 31 – September 1, 2026
Where: CompTIA Headquarters; 3500 Lacey Rd. Suite 150 Downers Grove, IL 60515 (Downers Grove is a suburb of Chicago)
Only professionals currently working in one of the above fields should apply. Although CompTIA appreciates interest from the training community, applications from trainers/teachers, authors, or individuals who may profit or materially benefit from knowledge of the CompTIA credential content are not eligible to participate.
If you have questions about the application process, email examdev@comptia.org.
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