Become a Subject Matter Expert

CompTIA frequently solicits the help of Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) in developing and maintaining our certification exams.

Assistance from SMEs is crucial to developing quality content for the appropriate level of expertise. SMEs work with peers and CompTIA staff to create or review exam items associated with the technologies, skills and best practices used by IT professionals.

SMEs who participate in workshops at CompTIA Headquarters are provided with a stipend; a CompTIA voucher; a CompTIA shirt; and breakfast, lunch, snacks and dinner on some meeting days. There are opportunities to participate in short remote workshops, but the full benefits do not apply.

We are currently recruiting for the following workshops:

Requirements:

• Must have required experience with applicable technology and tools (see specific workshop requirements). It is preferred, but not required, that SMEs are CompTIA certified.
• If applying for a workshop at CompTIA Headquarters, must be able to commit to up to an 8-hour/day, 5-day work week at CompTIA in Downers Grove, Illinois. Downers Grove is a Chicago suburb accessible by car from O’Hare and Midway airports.
• Must sign the CompTIA Non-Disclosure Agreement. Potential SMEs should review the NDA and make sure they have a thorough understanding of its terms.
• Although CompTIA appreciates interest from the training community, applications from trainers, authors or individuals who can profit from or materially benefit from knowledge of CompTIA certification exam content are not eligible to participate as SMEs.