About ISC2
The International Information System Security Certification Consortium, or ISC2, is one of the world’s leading organizations dedicated to cybersecurity and IT security professionals. Established in 1989, ISC2 is a nonprofit organization that sets gold-standard certifications recognized globally across industries.
ISC2 is best known for the CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional) certification, one of the most respected credentials in the cybersecurity field. However, it also offers a suite of other certifications for professionals at various stages of their careers.
Certified in Cybersecurity
Recommended Work Experience: Entry Level
CC Exam Will Cover
- Security Principles.
- Business Continuity (BC), Disaster Recovery (DR) & Incident Response Concepts.
- Access Controls Concepts.
- Network Security.
- Security Operations.
Systems Security Certified Practitioner
Recommended Work Experience: 1 Year
SSCP Exam Will Cover
- Security Operations and Administration.
- Access Controls.
- Risk Identification, Monitoring and Analysis.
- Incident Response and Recovery.
- Cryptography.
- Network and Communications Security.
- Systems and Application Security.
Certified Information Systems Security Professional
Recommended Work Experience: 5 Years
CISSP Exam Will Cover
- Security and Risk Management.
- Asset Security.
- Security Architecture and Engineering.
- Communication and Network Security.
- Identity and Access Management (IAM).
- Security Assessment and Testing.
- Security Operations.
- Software Development Security.
Certified Cloud Security Professional
Recommended Work Experience: 5 Years
CCSP Exam Will Cover
- Cloud Concepts, Architecture & Design.
- Cloud Data Security.
- Cloud Platform & Infrastructure Security.
- Cloud Application Security.
- Cloud Security Operations.
- Legal, Risk and Compliance.
Governance, Risk & Compliance Certification
Recommended Work Experience: 2 Years
CGRC Exam Will Cover
- Information Security Risk Management Program.
- Scope of the Information System.
- Selection and Approval of Security and Privacy Controls.
- Implementation of Security and Privacy Controls.
- Assessment/Audit of Security and Privacy Controls.
- Authorization/Approval of Information System.
- Continuous Monitoring.
Certified Secure Software Lifecycle Professional
Recommended Work Experience: 4 Years
CSSLP Exam Will Cover
- Secure Software Concepts.
- Secure Software Lifecycle Management.
- Secure Software Requirements.
- Secure Software Architecture and Design.
- Secure Software Implementation.
- Secure Software Testing.
- Secure Software Deployment,Operations, Maintenance.
- Secure Software Supply Chain.
About ISC2
ISC2 Mission & Vision
- Mission: To inspire a safe and secure cyber world.
- Vision: To empower professionals with the knowledge, certifications, and community to advance cybersecurity around the globe.
Global Recognition
Trusted by governments, enterprises, and institutions worldwide.
Career Advancement
Certified professionals typically earn higher salaries and have access to better job opportunities.
Up-to-Date Knowledge
Certifications require continuing education, ensuring holders stay current with threats and best practices.
