Exam Comparison
AWS SCS vs Terraform Associate
Comparing the AWS Certified Security — Specialty (SCS-C02) and the HashiCorp Terraform Associate (003). Both fall under IT Certifications. Both are covered by the Cloud Cert Exam Prep: AWS, Azure & GCP app.
AWS SCS vs Terraform Associate: At a Glance
| Detail | AWS SCS | Terraform Associate |
|---|---|---|
| Full Name | AWS Certified Security — Specialty (SCS-C02) | HashiCorp Terraform Associate (003) |
| Governing Body | AWS | HashiCorp |
| Number of Questions | 65 | 57 |
| Time Limit | 170 minutes | 60 minutes |
| Passing Score | 750/1000 (scaled) | 70% (approx 40/57) |
| Exam Fee | $300 USD | $70 USD |
| Category | IT Certifications | IT Certifications |
| C3RT App | Cloud Cert Exam Prep: AWS, Azure & GCP Soon | Cloud Cert Exam Prep: AWS, Azure & GCP Soon |
Content Areas Compared
AWS SCS Domains
- Threat Detection and Incident Response(14%)
- Security Logging and Monitoring(18%)
- Infrastructure Security(20%)
- Identity and Access Management(16%)
- Data Protection(18%)
- Management and Security Governance(14%)
Terraform Associate Domains
- Understand Infrastructure as Code (IaC) Concepts(~7%)
- Understand Terraform's Purpose (vs Other IaC)(~7%)
- Understand Terraform Basics(~25%)
- Use Terraform Outside the Core Workflow(~7%)
- Interact with Terraform Modules(~12%)
- Use the Core Terraform Workflow(~10%)
- Implement and Maintain State(~10%)
- Read, Generate, and Modify Configuration(~12%)
- Understand Terraform Cloud Capabilities(~10%)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between AWS SCS and Terraform Associate?
The AWS SCS (AWS Certified Security — Specialty (SCS-C02)) is administered by AWS and consists of 65 questions. The Terraform Associate (HashiCorp Terraform Associate (003)) is administered by HashiCorp and consists of 57 questions. Both are IT Certifications credentials.
Can I take both the AWS SCS and the Terraform Associate?
Yes, the AWS SCS and Terraform Associate are separate credentials with separate eligibility requirements. Each is awarded by a different governing body (AWS and HashiCorp respectively). Check the official requirements for each before registering.
Which should I take first, AWS SCS or Terraform Associate?
The right sequence depends on your career goals and current credentials. The AWS SCS is offered by AWS with a passing score of 750/1000 (scaled), while the Terraform Associate is offered by HashiCorp with a passing score of 70% (approx 40/57). Review the eligibility requirements for each with the respective governing bodies before deciding.
Does C3RT cover both the AWS SCS and the Terraform Associate?
C3RT is building apps for both the AWS SCS and the Terraform Associate. Both will be available on iOS and Mac.
The AWS Certified Security — Specialty (SCS-C02) (AWS SCS) is administered by AWS. The HashiCorp Terraform Associate (003) (Terraform Associate) is administered by HashiCorp. C3RT is not affiliated with either organisation. Certification names and trademarks are the property of their respective owners.