CompTIA is looking for IT professionals who have extensive experience working in enterprise level security management to be involved in an Item Writing workshop for the CompTIA SecurityX Certification exam.
During the Item Writing Workshop, Subject Matter Experts will create and review item content (questions) for the exam.
Assistance from SMEs is crucial in providing an industry relevant exam. Potential SMEs must have at least 8 years of experience working in enterprise level security management. It is preferred that SMEs are CASP+ certified (or hold an equivalent/higher credential).
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
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.
*International SMEs are those who live outside of the US, Mexico, Canada or Puerto Rico.
When: May 4 - 8, 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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