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(ISC)² CISSP: Key Points to Explore This Certification
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(ISC)² CISSP: Key Points to Explore This Certification

martes 17 de septiembre de 2019, 14:30h

17SEP19 – MADRID.- The CISSP credential was created by the International Information Systems Security Certification Consortium (ISC)² in 1994. This is an information and security certification that is renowned worldwide in giving the IT security specialists the required practical skills, not forgetting a great experience in managing and executing a specified security program.

For any IT professional, having the Certified Information Systems Security Professional certification is vital for the career. When applying for a job, many employers always give preference to those applicants who have enrolled for the CISSP class and have passed the exam. Why are they looking for an individual with exactly this certificate? Well, this is one of the frequently asked questions of many job seekers. The answer to this is simple. Having passed the CISSP test, you will be fully aware of cyber security and will have hands-on expertise.

Are You Looking Forward to Becoming CISSP Certified?

Generally, obtaining the CISSP credential requires more than just passing the certification exam. As a candidate, you are expected to have a minimum of five years of practical working experience in more than 2 of 8 CISSP domains.

To effectively become certified, (ISC)² advices the interested students to follow two simple steps. First of all, you should ask yourself, ¿Is CISSP the right credential for me to pursue? ’It is always easier to aim for a goal, having in mind what you exactly want to achieve from it. Also, it is recommended for the candidates who have vast experience in cybersecurity. Having this certification, the following positions would be the best options for you:

  • Information Technology Manager

  • Chief Information Security Officer

  • Chief Information Officer

  • Security Consultant

  • Director of Security

  • Network Architect

  • Security Architect

  • Security Analyst

  • Security Editor

And the list is endless.

Once you are certain that this is the right path for you to take, the next step is preparation and registration for the certification exam. This can be achieved by enrolling for the CISSP training courses within your vicinity or online, or through self-study using the available guides and practice tests at the ExamSnap website. There you can find all the required study materials and preparation tools.

What Are CISSP Prerequisites?

To earn the CISSP credential, you need to have more than 5 years of full-time work experience in not less than 2 of 8 CISSP CBK domains. The domains are the following:

  1. Security and Risk Management

  2. Asset Security

  3. Security Architecture and Engineering

  4. Communication and Network Security

  5. Identity and Access Management (IAM)

  6. Security Assessment and Testing

  7. Security Operations

  8. Software Development Security

You can only have an exception, in case you have a 4-year degree or additional certificate from the (ISC)² approved list of 49 credentials. In such a situation, you can gain just four years of experience to your existing degree. This means you will have an exception for1 year of the required period. After passing the exam without the required experience, you will become an Associate of (ISC)². As an Associate of (ISC)², you should acquire 6 years of experience.

What about CISSP Exam?

The English CAT version of the CISSP exam takes 3 hours of your time and has a total of 100-150 multiple-choice questions. The non-English linear, fixed-form CISSP test consists of 250 questions and allows you to use 6 hours to complete the exam. The certification test evaluates the candidates’ knowledge and their understanding of all eight (ISC)² Common Body of Knowledge domains. To qualify for the credential, you have to attain a minimum of 700 points, out of the possible 1,000 points.

To cater for people from all walks of life, the CISSP exam is offered in different languages, including English, Chinese (simplified), German, French, Brazilian, Korean, Portuguese, Spanish, and Japanese. Also, if you are visually impaired, you are bound to taking your CISSP certification as there is a particular test offered with a format for any visually impaired individual. These exams can be found at the Pearson VUE testing center.

Another task for you after receiving the notification about your successful completion of the CISSP exam will be to go through the online endorsement process. Also, you should be subscribed to (ISC)² code of ethics. And, finally, you can pay your first AMF (Annual Maintenance Fee).

How Much Does CISSP Exam Cost?

At the time of 2019, the cost of the exam is $699. However, depending on the geographical location from which you are taking this certification test, this figure may vary due to various circumstances, such as taxation. The amount mentioned above should be paid by a test taker from the USA, Asia Pacific, or Europe. For example, the residents of the UK will pay $560, while those individuals who are from the Middle East and Africa should pay $650. Are you planning to postpone your certification test attendance to a later date? Well, this will cost you another $50/35£/40€. And to cancel the exam, the fee rises by $100/70£/80€.

After fruitful completion of all the requirements, the validity of the CISSP credential runs up to three years. After this, you are required to recertify your certificate if and only if you paid your annual maintenance fee and submitted your annual 40 hours of CPE credits.

CISSP Practice Tests

https://www.prepaway.com/cissp-certification-exams.html
http://www.examsnap.com/cissp-certification-dumps.html

CISM Practice Tests

https://www.prepaway.com/cism-exam.html

CISSP Concentrations

Any specialist who is currently holding the CISSP credential is qualified to add any of the three concentrations: engineering (CISSP-ISSEP), architecture (CISSP-ISSAP), or management (CISSP-ISSMP). Apart from having the CISSP certificate, a candidate interested in any of the mentioned concentrations must have not less than 2 years of experience in at least one of the domains.

Final Thoughts

It is important for your career growth to have the CISSP certification as it acts as a proof of your vast skills, as well as validates your commitment to your professional advancement, dedication to learning, and your career growth. Also, it makes you a domain expert, as reflected in your profile. As you can see, you will get only advantages after obtaining the CISSP credential. Don’t miss your chance and get certified today!

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