The Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) is an advanced level certification for IT pros serious about careers in information security. Offered by the International Information Systems Security Certification Consortium, usually known as (ISC)2 (pronounced ISC-squared), this vendor-neutral credential is recognized worldwide for its standards of excellence.
CISSP credential holders are decision makers who possess expert knowledge and technical skills necessary to develop, guide and then manage security standards, policies and procedures within their organizations. The CISSP continues to be highly sought-after by IT professionals, well recognized by IT organizations, and a regular fixture on most-wanted or must-have security (and other) certification surveys.
CISSP credential holders are decision makers who possess expert knowledge and technical skills necessary to develop, guide and then manage security standards, policies and procedures within their organizations. The CISSP continues to be highly sought-after by IT professionals, well recognized by IT organizations, and a regular fixture on most-wanted or must-have security (and other) certification surveys.
CISSP is designed for experienced security professionals. A minimum of five years of experience in at least two of (ISC)2's ten common body of knowledge (CBK) domains is required for this certification. CBK domains include Access Control, Telecommunications and Network Security, Information Security Governance and Risk Management, Software Development Security, Cryptography, Security Architecture and Design, Operations Security, Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery Planning, Physical (Environmental) Security, and Legal, Regulations, Investigations and Compliance.
CISSP also offers three concentrations or "merit badges" targeting specific areas of interest in IT security:
- CISSP Architecture (CISSP-ISSAP)
- Engineering (CISSP-ISSEP)
- Management (CISSP-ISSMP)
Merit badge exams are $399 each and credential seekers must currently possess a valid CISSP.
Annual maintenance fees of $85 are required to maintain the CISSP credential along with 120 hours of Continuing Professional Education, or CPE, credits. At least 20 CPEs must be earned annually to maintain a current CISSP.
Table 4: CISSP Facts & Figures
| Certification Name | Certified Information Systems Security Professionals (CISSP) Optional concentrations: - CISSP Architecture (CISSP-ISSAP) - CISSP Engineering (CISSP-ISSEP) - CISSP Management (CISSP-ISSMP) |
|---|---|
| Prerequisites/ Required Courses | 5+ years of paid, full time experience in at least 2 of the 10 (ISC)2 domains. |
| Number of Exams | 1 exam for CISSP; 1 exam for each concentration area. |
| Cost per Exam | CISSP: $599 USD Each CISSP concentration: $399 USD |
| URL | www.isc2.org/CISSP/Default.aspx |
| Self-Study Materials | A variety of training materials are available including instructor-led, live online and private training. An Exam Outline is available for candidate review as well as a Job Task Analysis White Paper, and webcasts. In addition, candidates may take a practice exam for a reasonable fee of $129 for 100 questions through ISC2's studISCope Self-Assessment and Exam Stimulator Tool. |
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