The CompTIA A+ certification is highly regarded in the IT industry, providing a solid foundation in entry-level PC technology and opening doors to various career paths. I explored job opportunities for roles such as desktop support specialist, field service technician, help desk technician, and IT support specialist, focusing on a few of my potential retirement destinations such as Charlotte, NC, Tampa, FL, Biloxi, MS, Katy, TX and Chattanooga, TN. Using Indeed.com, I found several job postings that required or preferred the CompTIA A+ certification. There is a healthy demand for A+ certified professionals in all five states I researched. Numerous listings were available for positions like help desk technician, IT support specialist, and service desk analyst. I also found a few traveling IT technician jobs available. A great opportunity for those willing and able to travel to the source of the problem when needed. It is important to be specific in the type of job you are searching for because although they are all technical support, each job has different requirements. According to my research, the salaries for these positions varied throughout the different states, but most fell within the range of $35,000 to $60,000 annually. Some companies offer hourly