The Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) is a globally recognized certification offered by ISC2, designed for experienced cybersecurity professionals. It validates an individual’s expertise in designing, implementing, and managing a best-in-class cybersecurity program. The certification covers a broad spectrum of topics, ensuring that holders have a comprehensive understanding of information security.
📚 CISSP Common Body of Knowledge (CBK) Domains
The CISSP exam assesses knowledge across eight domains:
- 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
📝 Exam Details
- Format: Computerized Adaptive Testing (CAT)
- Duration: Up to 3 hours
- Number of Questions: 100–150
- Passing Score: 700 out of 1000
- Languages Available: English, Chinese, German, Japanese, Spanish
- Testing Centers: ISC2 Authorized Pearson VUE Testing Centers
🎯 Eligibility Requirements
- Experience: Minimum of five years of cumulative, paid work experience in two or more of the eight domains.
- Waiver: One year may be waived with a four-year college degree or an approved credential.
- Associate of ISC2: Candidates without the required experience can become an Associate of ISC2 after passing the exam and have six years to earn the necessary experience.
💼 Ideal Candidates
The CISSP certification is suited for professionals such as:
- Chief Information Security Officers (CISOs)
- Security Managers
- Security Auditors
- Security Architects
- Security Consultants
- Network Architects
🌐 Global Recognition
CISSP is one of the most sought-after certifications in the cybersecurity field, often required or preferred by organizations worldwide for senior cybersecurity roles.