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Certifications by Proficiency Level

8 options
CertificationBasicInter.Adv.
CFR
CyberSec First Responder · CertNexus
QualifiesQualifiesQualifies
CySA+
CompTIA Cybersecurity Analyst · CompTIA
QualifiesQualifiesQualifies
GCFA
GIAC Certified Forensic Analyst · GIAC
QualifiesQualifiesQualifies
GCFE
GIAC Certified Forensic Examiner · GIAC
QualifiesQualifiesQualifies
SecurityX / CASP+
CompTIA SecurityX · CompTIA
QualifiesQualifiesQualifies
CHFI
Computer Hacking Forensic Investigator · EC-Council
QualifiesQualifiesNo
PenTest+
CompTIA PenTest+ · CompTIA
QualifiesQualifiesNo
GCIH
GIAC Certified Incident Handler · GIAC
QualifiesNoNo

Options aligned to a higher proficiency level also qualify for the lower levels.

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Certification options from the DoD 8140 Qualification Matrix V2.1 (2025-09-19), excluding entries the matrix marks as pending validation. The matrix is the authoritative source; check the current version and your component's requirements for a specific position. This site is not affiliated with the Department of Defense.