CompTIA is looking for IT professionals who have experience working in the field of network administrationto be involved in an Job Task Analysis for our Network+ certification.
During the Job Task Analysis, SMEs will identify areas of competence required for the Network+ exam to ensure that the examination objectives are relevant to the job skills and activities of the target audience.
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 Job Task Analysis 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.
*International SMEs are those who live outside of the US, Mexico, Canada or Puerto Rico.
When: March 9–13, 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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