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The CompTIA SecAI+ certification represents a groundbreaking credential that validates specialized expertise where artificial intelligence meets cybersecurity. As enterprises accelerate their adoption of AI-powered systems while simultaneously confronting increasingly sophisticated AI-enabled threats, professionals who can simultaneously protect AI infrastructure and harness AI for defensive operations are in critically short supply.
Our intensive 5-day bootcamp targets cybersecurity professionals seeking to master AI security specialization. Through immersive lab exercises, you'll develop practical competencies in protecting machine learning systems, mitigating adversarial threats, and deploying AI-enhanced security operations while building the knowledge foundation to excel on the SecAI+ certification exam.
All bootcamp programs include unlimited certification exam attempts. Students may retake their certification exams as many times as necessary until they achieve passing scores, providing confidence and reducing test anxiety.
This bootcamp is recommended for:
Seasoned cybersecurity practitioners possessing 3-4 years of IT experience including a minimum of 2 years in active security operations.
Security operations specialists, defense engineers, and threat researchers looking to advance into AI security domains and AI-powered defensive strategies.
Certified security professionals with Security+, CySA+, or PenTest+ credentials aiming to distinguish themselves through advanced AI security competencies.
Risk managers and compliance specialists tasked with securing AI deployments and establishing AI governance frameworks within their enterprises.
If you've built substantial cybersecurity expertise and recognize AI security as the next frontier in your professional evolution, SecAI+ delivers that strategic advantage.
Our intensive training follows a concentrated 5-day curriculum delivered through live virtual instruction. Participants engage in consecutive weekday sessions combining conceptual mastery with applied laboratory work. This focused methodology serves experienced professionals pursuing rapid specialization in AI security while maintaining the rigorous educational standards and comprehensive support that CIAT is recognized for.
Bootcamps are 9 hours long each day with a 1-hour break; the hours are 8:00 AM — 5:00 PM PT / 11:00 AM — 8:00 PM ET.
Our bootcamp programs follow an accelerated 5-day format with live online instruction. Students participate in daily sessions Monday through Friday, combining theoretical knowledge with hands-on practical experience.
Bootcamps are offered throughout the academic year with multiple start dates:
Bootcamp Month
April Dates
APRIL SESSION 1 DATES
20th - 24th
May Dates
MAY SESSION 1 DATES
25th - 29th
June Dates
JUNE SESSION 1 DATES
29th - Jul 3rd
Every bootcamp enrollment includes unrestricted certification exam attempts. Participants can sit for their certification exam repeatedly until achieving a passing result, eliminating financial pressure and test-related stress.
Foundational AI principles, machine learning architectures, neural network frameworks, language models, AI-powered attack vectors, and defensive applications of artificial intelligence.
Machine learning model protection, training dataset security, adversarial example defenses, poisoning attack prevention, model theft mitigation, and privacy-preserving inference techniques.
AI platform security across hybrid cloud architectures, machine learning operations (MLOps) hardening, containerized ML environment protection, and end-to-end pipeline security implementation.
AI-enhanced defensive operations, intelligent anomaly identification, automated threat correlation, smart incident prioritization, advanced behavioral analytics, and security orchestration automation.
AI regulatory frameworks, enterprise risk assessment, compliance standards (GDPR, NIST AI RMF), responsible deployment practices, comprehensive domain consolidation, strategic exam preparation, and simulated testing sessions.
Exam Code
Exam Duration
Questions
Passing Score
Core machine learning principles, deep neural architectures, natural language understanding, visual recognition systems, emerging AI threat landscape, and security-focused AI implementations.
ML model defense strategies, training data integrity protection, adversarial perturbation countermeasures, dataset contamination prevention, model extraction defenses, membership inference mitigation, and comprehensive AI infrastructure security across diverse deployment environments
Deploying artificial intelligence for security operations, intelligent threat identification systems, smart alert aggregation, cognitive incident classification, comprehensive user behavior profiling (UEBA), and advanced security automation orchestration.
Establishing ethical AI frameworks, navigating international regulatory requirements (GDPR, EU AI Act, NIST AI RMF), responsible system deployment, algorithmic fairness verification, AI-specific risk evaluation methodologies, and sector-specific compliance obligations.
You'll gain practical experience through simulated environments reflecting authentic AI security challenges:
Machine Learning Model Fortification
Countering Adversarial Manipulation Techniques
Training Dataset Protection & Validation
Deploying Intelligent Security Analytics Platforms
End-to-End Machine Learning Workflow Protection
Enterprise AI Risk Evaluation & Regulatory Alignment
Cognitive Incident Classification & Orchestration
User & Entity Behavior Analytics Configuration
Expanding your cybersecurity credentials? Consider these complementary certifications alongside SecAI+:
CompTIA Security+ Cybersecurity essentials covering threat mitigation, risk management, and security operations to secure your cloud infrastructure.
Threats, vulnerabilities, and mitigations
Security architecture
Security operations
Security program management
Advanced threat hunting, security intelligence analysis, and response coordination. The ideal prerequisite before AI security specialization.
Vulnerability & Threat Assessment
Security Monitoring & Analysis
Response & Recovery Operations
Regulatory Compliance & Auditing
As an officially recognized CompTIA Academic Partner, CIAT provides:
Authorized CompTIA training content and resources
Up-to-date exam blueprints and industry-aligned materials
Expert instruction from credentialed security professionals
Comprehensive access to CompTIA educational platforms and assistance
Career support to help you find your next job role:
Who benefits most from CIAT's SecAI+ Bootcamp?
The CompTIA SecAI+ Bootcamp serves experienced cybersecurity practitioners ready to master the explosive AI security sector. This intensive training is engineered for:
Established security professionals with 3-4 years of technology experience including 2+ years in active cybersecurity operations.
Security analysts, defense architects, and intelligence researchers seeking to implement AI-powered tools and defend AI-enabled systems.
Credential-holding professionals with Security+, CySA+, or PenTest+ certifications pursuing differentiation through specialized AI security mastery.
Governance and risk specialists charged with protecting AI implementations and establishing responsible AI frameworks across their organizations.
Through certified expert instruction, specialized AI security laboratories, and unlimited examination opportunities, participants acquire the rare competencies and recognized credentials commanding premium compensation in this talent-scarce market.
Is investing in certification bootcamps worthwhile?
Absolutely. CIAT's 5-day SecAI+ intensive delivers rapid, focused acquisition of this specialized, high-value credential that can transform your cybersecurity trajectory. Through live expert-led sessions, dedicated AI security lab environments, personalized tutoring support, and unrestricted exam attempts, you'll build comprehensive readiness to excel on certification and immediately transition into premium AI security positions where qualified talent is desperately scarce.
Do I need an AI background to enroll in the SecAI+ bootcamp?
No previous artificial intelligence expertise is mandatory. Our curriculum delivers comprehensive AI foundational knowledge specifically contextualized for cybersecurity practitioners. However, participants should bring 3-4 years of technology experience including 2+ years in hands-on security operations, along with foundational certifications such as Security+, CySA+, PenTest+, or demonstrable equivalent competencies.
What investment does the SecAI+ certification bootcamp require?
The SecAI+ intensive training costs $995. Time-sensitive promotional pricing available with adaptable payment arrangements and installment plans. Additionally, your certification accomplishments convert to transfer credits applicable toward any CIAT certificate or degree pathway, enabling smooth progression from intensive bootcamp to comprehensive academic programs while optimizing your educational investment.
How does CIAT's SecAI+ bootcamp differentiate from independent study or alternative providers?
Unlike self-directed learning, CIAT's SecAI+ bootcamp delivers live mentorship from certified instructors possessing dual mastery in artificial intelligence and cybersecurity, access to specialized AI security laboratory environments unavailable through standard channels, premium examination simulations, and unlimited certification attempts. This comprehensive approach builds both confidence and practical competency, ensuring participants can immediately implement AI security capabilities in professional contexts beyond simply achieving certification.
Does CIAT's bootcamp prepare participants for AI security employment?
Definitely: CompTIA SecAI+ represents the industry's pioneering AI security certification, positioning you for specialized high-demand positions including AI Security Engineer, AI-Enhanced SOC Analyst, Machine Learning Security Specialist, and Security Architect (AI Specialization). The current severe talent deficit in AI security enables certified professionals to command exceptional compensation packages and substantial negotiating power.
Are CIAT bootcamps conducted online or at physical locations?
All CIAT bootcamps deliver live virtual instruction featuring interactive AI security laboratories and real-time instructor engagement.
What schedule does the SecAI+ certification bootcamp follow?
The SecAI+ intensive runs 9 hours daily with a 1-hour intermission: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM PT / 11:00 PM - 8:00 PM ET.
How does the unlimited certification exam policy function, is it genuinely unlimited?
Absolutely: YES! Truly unrestricted. Your initial exam voucher arrives on Day 4 of the bootcamp ensuring adequate preparation. Following an unsuccessful first attempt, you'll complete 2 practice examinations scoring 90% or higher demonstrating readiness before receiving your subsequent voucher. After 2 unsuccessful attempts, we offer complimentary bootcamp instruction repetition to reinforce your knowledge and provide enhanced support.
What happens if I don't pass the certification exam initially?
You may retake the examination as many times as required until successful! Following your first unsuccessful attempt, you'll complete 2 practice examinations achieving 90% or higher scores, this identifies knowledge deficiencies and ensures stronger preparation for your next attempt. We provide continuous support through supplementary practice resources and unlimited exam vouchers at zero additional cost. Your success is our objective.
What refund do I get if I cancel my course?
Refunds are calculated based on how much instruction you’ve received:
Cancel by the end of Day 1 (8 hours or 20% of the course) = 80% refund.
Cancel by the end of Day 2 (16 hours or 40% of the course) = 60% refund.
Cancel by the end of Day 3 (24 hours or 60% of the course) = 40% refund.
Cancel after Day 3 (more than 60% completed) = no refund available.
Can I receive reimbursement if I cancel after the first week?
No reimbursement is available once Day 3 concludes (24 instructional hours or 60% course completion). This policy maintains fairness, as you've received the substantial majority of the course material and instruction at this juncture.
Can bootcamp certifications integrate with CIAT degree programs?
Yes. Your bootcamp certification accomplishments convert to transfer credits applicable toward any CIAT certificate or degree pathway. This enables smooth progression from intensive bootcamp training to comprehensive academic programs while maximizing your learning investment value. Academic advisors provide guidance on integrating your certifications into your customized degree plan.
When does the CompTIA SecAI+ exam become available?
The CompTIA SecAI+ (CY0-001) certification examination launches February 17, 2026. Our bootcamp calendar positions you for immediate certification once the examination is released.
What score constitutes passing for the SecAI+ exam?
CompTIA hasn't yet announced the official passing threshold for the SecAI+ CY0-001 examination. Historically, CompTIA intermediate-level security certifications employ scaled scoring spanning 100-900 points, with passing thresholds typically ranging from 750-850. Our examination preparation emphasizes comprehensive mastery rather than minimal competency, guaranteeing thorough readiness regardless of the eventual passing requirement.
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