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Defining Moments in (ISC)2 History

(ISC)2 celebrates 20 years by reviewing its formation and surveying the information security field then and now.

20 Years of Excellence

Defining Qualities

Do you have what it takes to be an information security "rock star"?

Professional advice for your career

Your Best Investment

Reap long-term benefits by steadily investing in your career.

Professional advice for your career

Finding the Right Balance

Business, market and governmental pressures put information security professionals in a hard spot.

International perspective

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studISCope Self Assessment

Are you trying to decide if certification is right for you? Maybe you've been building your career over several years but you're not sure that you possess the level of knowledge you need to pass the SSCP or CISSP exam. For a limited time, you can see where you stand on the information security spectrum with this FREE exam simulation. Read more.

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Review Seminars

(ISC)2 offers official CBK® Review Seminars that help candidates review and refresh their knowledge of information security. Education is flexible with (ISC)2, where you can choose to learn in a classroom, onsite at your workplace, Live-On-Line or on your own accord with our Self-Paced eLearning. (ISC)2 seminars are only conducted by (ISC)2 Authorized Instructors, each of whom is up-to-date on the latest information security-related developments and is an expert in credential-specific domains.

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Examinations

(ISC)2 examinations are held throughout the year at facilities around the world.

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Member Benefits

Earning an (ISC)2 certification puts you in the middle of an elite network of professionals and a vast base of knowledge unparalleled in the information security industry. But the advantages don't stop there.

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Information Security Certifications

Systems Security Certified Practitioner (SSCP®)

You can be the SSCP "go-to-guy" with as little as one year's experience! Then work your way up the ladder with CISSP and Concentrations. This credential is ideal for hands-on practical technicians.

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Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP®)

Ideal for mid- to senior-level managers who are working toward or have already attained positions as CISOs, CSOs, or Senior Security Engineers. The CISSP credential requires 5 years experience.

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CISSP Concentrations (ISSAP®, ISSEP®, & ISSMP®)

Many CISSPs choose to take their careers to the next level by specializing in one or more of the functional areas of architecture, engineering and/or management.

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Other Certifications Offered by (ISC)2

Certification and Accreditation Professional (CAP®)

This credential is an objective measure of the knowledge, skills and abilities required for personnel involved in the process of certifying and accrediting security of information systems in civilian, state and local governments in the U.S. as well as commercial markets.

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Certified Secure Software Lifecycle Professional (CSSLPCM)

Application security has become one of the most prevalent threats in an increasingly interconnected world. The CSSLP is for all stakeholders involved in the Software Lifecycle. It establishes standards and best practices ensuring that security is built into all phases.

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Information Security Certifications

Global Information Security Workforce Study

This recent study, performed by Frost & Sullivan, found that (ISC)2 members in the Americas make $20,000 more than non-members.

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Software Development Lifecycle Whitepapers

This series of whitepapers provides insightful information beneficial to Stakeholders in the SDLC. Learn why it's critical to build software with security in mind and what it takes to incorporate security within each phase. Explore 'How-To' design, develop, and deploy secure software and the Ten Best Practices for Secure Software Development.

Software Whitepapers

Data Breach: Creating an Organizational Strategy

The frequency of data breaches is on the rise, and progressive organizations are fighting back by creating comprehensive strategic plans.

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Battling Botnets

Botnets are becoming a big problem for companies of all sizes. Find out why, and what you can do to protect your organization.

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Info War

Is information warfare a serious threat or simply over-hyped hysteria?

Here’s what you need to know