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Information Systems Security Professional Certification
Career
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Advance Your
Information Systems Security Professional Certification
Career
What is an Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), and what do they do?
A CISSP is highly regarded in the field of data security, showcasing extensive experience and expertise in various domains related to secure IT infrastructure. With this certification, professionals can pursue rewarding career paths such as IT Security Manager, Ethical Hacker and Penetration Tester, as well as roles in forensics, analysis, engineering and information assurance, offering diverse and exciting opportunities in the IT industry.
Where Can You Work?
An Information Systems Security Professional can work in a wide range of industries and organizations, including technology companies, financial institutions, government agencies, healthcare organizations and consulting firms. They are typically employed in roles that require expertise in designing, implementing and managing secure IT systems and protecting sensitive data from unauthorized access or breaches.
Requirements
High School Diploma or GED
Web browser with internet connection
Course registration & payment
Minimum 3 years experience in the field of IT security
Training Materials Provided
Expert-led video based training
Competency assessments
National Certification exam fee
Information Systems Security Professional
Outcomes
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment in computer and information technology occupations is projected to grow by 15% from 2021 to 2031. This equates to about 418,500 new jobs per year from both projected growth and replacement needs.
Skills Learned
Upon completion of this training, you’ll be able to:
- Explain the eight domains of the CISSP Body of Knowledge (BOK)
- Discuss basic security, information security governance and risk management concepts
- Understand the importance of ethics in information security and compliance with legal and regulatory issues
- Assess best practices for managing and reducing security risks associated with various frameworks, networks and technology structures of an enterprise
- Understand the role of personnel security documentation as well as policies and procedures
- Evaluate the impact of high-level procedures, structures and standards used in defining, designing and implementing information technology
Courses - 4 Weeks
Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) |
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Information Systems Security Professional Certification Job Possibilities
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Security Architect
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Security Manager
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Security Engineer
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Certification Information
Upon completing your training, you’ll be qualified to earn the Information Systems Security Professional Certification (CISSP).
CISSP
Information Systems Security Professional Certification
The CISSP is an advanced-level certification. This program is ideal for experienced security practitioners, managers and executives interested in proving their knowledge across a wide array of security practices and principles. It is intended for experienced IT security-related practitioners, auditors, consultants, investigators, or instructors, including network or security analysts and engineers, network administrators, information security specialists, and risk management professionals, who are pursuing CISSP training and certification to acquire the credibility and mobility to advance within their current computer security careers or to migrate to a related career.
Please Note: Candidates for admission into this program are required to have a minimum of 3 years of experience in the field of IT security. Students with less than 5 years of experience may take the CISSP exam but are NOT eligible to obtain the status of CISSP until the experience requirements are met.
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Program Comparison
University of Mount Saint Vincent | Community College | |
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Program & Tuition Cost | $4,000 average | Up to $20,000 |
Exam Fees, Books & Materials | Included | Up to $750 |
Job Ready In | 3-6 months | 24–48 months |
Schedule Flexibility | On-demand 24/7 | Set class schedule |
Travel Requirements | None: 100% online | On-campus classrooms |
Student Support | Personal Advisors: text, call and email access | Professors: scheduled office hours |
Career Coaching | Exam-tailor + soft-skill training to build well-rounded careers | Exam-based + prerequisites and electives to meet credit |
Content Delivery | 3D animations, immersive environments, interactive activities, game-based learning | Professor lectures |
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FAQ
You will complete the courses in this program over 4 weeks, making students job-ready in 1 month. The program is flexible, allowing for assignments to be completed anytime, from anywhere, 24/7.
No, these courses do not count for college credit.
Yes, our training program is fully online and asynchronous.
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