CompTIA, a Downers Grove, Illinois-based leader in vendor-neutral IT certifications, announced on July 23, 2025, that its CloudNetX and DataX certifications have received ISO/IEC 17024 accreditation from the ANSI National Accreditation Board (ANAB), confirming adherence to international standards for quality, validity, and impartiality. CloudNetX validates advanced skills in designing and managing secure, scalable hybrid cloud networking solutions for network, security, and enterprise architects with at least 10 years of IT experience, including 5 years in network architecture. DataX certifies expertise in handling complex datasets and driving business growth for senior data scientists. These certifications join 10 others, including A+, Security+, and Cloud+, in CompTIA’s ANAB-accredited portfolio, reinforcing its dominance in the $90 billion IT certification market with over 3.6 million certifications issued globally.
Announced July 23, 2025: CloudNetX and DataX earn ISO/IEC 17024 accreditation.
CloudNetX targets network architects; DataX focuses on senior data scientists.
Validates skills in hybrid cloud networking and advanced data science.
Exam cost: $369 each; CloudNetX launched February 18, 2025 (CNX-001).
IT certification market valued at $90B, projected to reach $150B by 2030.
CompTIA has issued 3.6M+ certifications across 147 countries.
The ISO/IEC 17024 accreditation, announced on July 23, 2025, underscores CompTIA’s commitment to rigorous, impartial assessments, as stated by Katie Hoenicke, Senior VP of Product Development. CloudNetX (CNX-001), launched February 18, 2025, validates skills in network architecture, security design (including Zero Trust), and automation for hybrid environments, mapping to NICE/DCWF roles like Network Operations Specialist and Security Architect. DataX, part of the Xpert Series, certifies advanced data science skills, including AI-driven predictions and stakeholder communication, building on Data+ and DataSys+. Both exams, priced at $369, feature up to 90 multiple-choice and performance-based questions, requiring 10 years of IT experience, with 5 years in relevant roles. CertMaster Perform and Labs support preparation, offering hands-on learning.
CompTIA, founded in 1982, is the world’s largest vendor-neutral IT certification provider, serving 147 countries and partnering with 7,000+ academic institutions. With 3.6 million certifications issued, its portfolio, including A+, Network+, and SecurityX, commands a 40% share of the $90 billion IT certification market, projected to reach $150 billion by 2030 due to 80% of employers prioritizing certified professionals, per 2025 reports. CloudNetX’s vendor-neutral focus distinguishes it from AWS or Azure certifications, while DataX addresses the growing demand for data scientists, with 65% of firms seeking advanced analytics skills. The accreditations enhance employability, with CloudNetX holders earning $77,000–$130,802 annually, per industry surveys.
The IT certification sector faces challenges like skill gaps, with 60% of employers citing shortages in cloud and data expertise, per 2025 reports. Posts on X praise CompTIA’s ISO accreditation for boosting credibility, though some note CloudNetX’s limited renewal benefits for Cloud+ or Network+. CompTIA’s partnerships with training providers like CBT Nuggets and its alignment with DoD 8140.03 standards strengthen its appeal. Competitors like AWS Certified Solutions Architect focus on platform-specific skills, but CompTIA’s vendor-neutral approach offers broader applicability. The Xpert Series, including SecurityX, positions CompTIA against (ISC)² and ISACA in advanced certifications, with DataX and CloudNetX driving career progression.
CompTIA’s CloudNetX and DataX ISO/IEC 17024 accreditations solidify their credibility, empowering IT professionals to excel in hybrid networking and data science roles within a rapidly evolving tech landscape.
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