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The International Information Systems Security Certification Consortium, Inc., (ISC)², is the global, not-for-profit leader in educating and certifying information security professionals throughout their careers. (ISC)² is recognized for Gold Standard certifications and world class education programs.
(ISC)² offers following certifications for Information Systems Security
If you are pursuing your (ISC)² credential, several steps are necessary to obtain certification:
CISSP - Certified Information Systems Security Professional
CISSP certifications are information assurance professionals who define the architecture, design, management and/or controls that assure the security of business environments. It was the first certification in the field of information security to meet the stringent requirements of ISO/IEC Standard 17024.
The CISSP exam is based on the following ten domains:
Candidates must have a minimum of five (5) years of direct full-time professional security work experience in two or more of the ten domains of the (ISC)² CISSP CBK. Candidates may receive a one year experience waiver with a four-year college degree or additional credential from the (ISC)² approved list, thus requiring four (4) years of direct full-time professional security work experience in two or more of the ten domains of the CISSP CBK.
Pass the Exam
Pass the CISSP examination with a scaled score of 700 points or greater. With the Endorsement Time limit, you are required to become certified within nine (9) months of the date of your exam OR become an Associate of (ISC)². CISSPs must also pay an annual maintenance fee of US$85 per year.
SSCP - Systems Security Certified Practitioner
Whether you are looking to advance your current position in the information security field, expand upon your existing IT skills the SSCP is open to all candidates with as little as one year experience..
The SSCP is ideal for those working in or towards positions such as:
CAP - Certified Authorization Professional
The Certified Authorization Professional (CAP) certification is an objective measure of the knowledge, skills and abilities required for personnel involved in the process of authorizing and maintaining information systems. Specifically, this credential applies to those responsible for formalizing processes used to assess risk and establish security requirements and documentation.
The CAP examination tests the breadth and depth of a candidate’s knowledge in:
CSSLP - Certified Secure Software Lifecycle Professional
Many organizations have adopted the CSSLP as the preferred credential to convey one’s expertise on security in the software development lifecycle. The CSSLP CBK contains the largest, most comprehensive, collection of best practices, policies, and procedures, to ensure a security initiative across all phases of application development, regardless of methodology.
CSSLPs must also pay an annual maintenance fee of $100 per year.
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- CISSP - Certified Information Systems Security Professional
- SSCP - Systems Security Certified Practitioner
- CAP - Certified Authorization Professional
- CSSLP - Certified Secure Software Lifecycle Professional
If you are pursuing your (ISC)² credential, several steps are necessary to obtain certification:
- Obtaining the required experience – possessing the required number of years for the appropriate credential
- Completing an Application Form – validating your education and/or experience
- Studying for the Exam – taking advantage of the educational materials (ISC)² makes available for you to review and refresh your knowledge before taking the credential examination
- Passing the Examination – sitting and passing the appropriate exam
- Subscribing to the (ISC)² Code of Ethics – committing to and abiding by principles and guidelines set forth by (ISC)²
- Completing the Endorsement Process – attesting to your eligibility requirements
CISSP - Certified Information Systems Security Professional CISSP certifications are information assurance professionals who define the architecture, design, management and/or controls that assure the security of business environments. It was the first certification in the field of information security to meet the stringent requirements of ISO/IEC Standard 17024.
The CISSP exam is based on the following ten domains:
- Security consultant
- Security manager
- IT director/manager
- Security auditor
- Security architect
- Security analyst
- Security systems engineer
- Chief information security officer
- Director of security
- Network architect
Candidates must have a minimum of five (5) years of direct full-time professional security work experience in two or more of the ten domains of the (ISC)² CISSP CBK. Candidates may receive a one year experience waiver with a four-year college degree or additional credential from the (ISC)² approved list, thus requiring four (4) years of direct full-time professional security work experience in two or more of the ten domains of the CISSP CBK.
Pass the Exam
Pass the CISSP examination with a scaled score of 700 points or greater. With the Endorsement Time limit, you are required to become certified within nine (9) months of the date of your exam OR become an Associate of (ISC)². CISSPs must also pay an annual maintenance fee of US$85 per year.
SSCP - Systems Security Certified Practitioner
Whether you are looking to advance your current position in the information security field, expand upon your existing IT skills the SSCP is open to all candidates with as little as one year experience..
The SSCP is ideal for those working in or towards positions such as:
- Security
- Network security engineer
- Systems analyst
- Information systems auditor
- Application programmer
- Security administrator
- Systems administrator
- Network administrator
- Database administrator
- Business unit representative
- Systems analyst
- Security architect
- Security consultant/specialist
- Information assurance technician
CAP - Certified Authorization Professional
The Certified Authorization Professional (CAP) certification is an objective measure of the knowledge, skills and abilities required for personnel involved in the process of authorizing and maintaining information systems. Specifically, this credential applies to those responsible for formalizing processes used to assess risk and establish security requirements and documentation.
The CAP examination tests the breadth and depth of a candidate’s knowledge in:
- Understand the Security Authorization of Information Systems
- Categorize Information Systems
- Establish the Security Control Baseline
- Apply Security Controls
- Assess Security Controls
- Authorize Information System
- Monitor Security Controls
CSSLP - Certified Secure Software Lifecycle Professional
Many organizations have adopted the CSSLP as the preferred credential to convey one’s expertise on security in the software development lifecycle. The CSSLP CBK contains the largest, most comprehensive, collection of best practices, policies, and procedures, to ensure a security initiative across all phases of application development, regardless of methodology.
CSSLPs must also pay an annual maintenance fee of $100 per year.
To register for the exams Click here
To register for the Computer based exam Click here
For exam pricing Click here
For more details Click here
Published date : 15 Feb 2013 04:09PM
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