BeachFleischman
Speciality: Comprehensive Network and Web Application Penetration Testing
BeachFleischman is a private accounting firm based in Tucson, Arizona, founded in 1990, with 134 employees and $31.2M annual revenue. It is the largest locally-owned CPA firm in Arizona and a Top 200 U.S. CPA firm, offering services including accounting, auditing, international tax, and CFO services. Recently, it expanded into cybersecurity, providing penetration testing services via BeachFleischman Cybersecurity powered by Silent Sector, serving Phoenix, Tucson, and nationwide. The firm has a 17.8% YoY workforce growth and a 4.7/5 employer rating based on 22 reviews.
Origin of CompTIA Security+
CompTIA Security+ was created by the Computing Technology Industry Association (CompTIA), a non-profit trade association established in 1982. The Security+ certification was first launched in 2002 as a response to the growing need for standardized cybersecurity knowledge in the IT industry. CompTIA developed this vendor-neutral certification to establish a baseline of competency for IT security professionals, covering essential principles and best practices that apply across different technologies and platforms rather than focusing on specific products or vendors.
Industry Value and Importance
Security+ is widely recognized as one of the most valuable entry-to-intermediate level cybersecurity certifications in the industry. It meets the ISO 17024 standard and is approved by the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) as one of the required certifications for information assurance positions, making it particularly valuable for government contractors and military personnel. Employers value Security+ because it validates that holders possess practical, hands-on skills in areas such as threat detection, risk management, cryptography, and network security. The certification's vendor-neutral approach means certified professionals can work with any technology platform, making them versatile assets to organizations of all sizes and across all sectors.