A Comprehensive Guide to CISSP Certification (2021)

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A Comprehensive Guide to CISSP Certification
(2021)
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In todays globally connected world, the threat
of cybercrime is on the rise. The only way to
combat cybercrime is to have a sufficient number
of cybersecurity professionals. Organizations
need these experts to help protect their
sensitive data and systems from malicious
hackers, defend an ever-expanding security
perimeter, and comply with strict data security
and regulatory privacy obligations.
Qualifications like CISSP help recognize these
cybersecurity experts.
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CISSP Certification Certified Information Systems
Security Professional (CISSP) certification,
offered by (ISC)2, is the gold standard in
security certifications and an internationally
recognized benchmark for information security
professionals.  From security and risk management
to communication and network security to security
testing and operations, the CISSP covers all of
the aspects of the cybersecurity field. Why
CISSP certification? A CISSP certification can
help people advance their careers in a variety of
ways. Cybersecurity has emerged as a hot job
market in recent years. It is easier to get a
cybersecurity job if you have CISSP
certification. CISSP holders may also receive
higher average pay.
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CISSP Domains The CISSP certification exam
assesses a candidates skills in eight security
domains. The eight domains are
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Domain 1  Security and Risk Management
(15) This domain will cover general security
concepts, principles, policies, standards, and
guidelines pertaining to information security. It
will also discuss the concepts of risk
management, threat modeling, SCRM, and
more. Domain 2 Asset Security (10) This domain
will teach you about data acquisition, storage,
maintenance, retention, and destruction. It is a
significant domain. Domain 3 Security
Architecture and Engineering (13) In this
domain, you will learn about important security
engineering topics. It will discuss the
fundamental concepts of security models, security
capabilities of Information Systems (IS),
assessing and mitigating the vulnerabilities of
security architecture and design, and
cryptographic solutions. Domain 4 Communication
and Network Security (13) In this domain, you
will get knowledge on how to implement and assess
secure communication channels and networks.




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Domain 5 Identity and Access Management (IAM)
(13) This domain will discuss how to define and
manage individual network users roles and access
privileges in the company and the conditions
under which such rights are granted or
refused. Domain 6 Security Assessment and
Testing (12) This domain will teach you to apply
techniques and tools to identify system
vulnerabilities, weaknesses, and potential areas
of concern that security processes and policies
do not cover. Domain 7 Security Operations
(13) In this domain, you will learn the
fundamentals of investigations, application of
foundational security operation concepts,
implement recovery strategy, vulnerability
management, and related concepts. Domain 8
Software Development Security (11) This domain
will cover how to integrate security in the
software development lifecycle. It will also
discuss how to identify and implement
software-based security protocols in environments
where an IT professional is in charge.




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CISSP Exam Information
Exam Name CISSP CAT CISSP Linear
Exam Duration 3 hours 6 hours
Number of items 100-150 250
Exam Format Multiple-choice and advanced innovative items Multiple-choice and advanced innovative items
Passing Score 700 out of 1000 points 700 out of 1000 points
Language English French, German, Brazilian Portuguese, Spanish-Modern, Japanese, Simplified Chinese, Korean
Testing Center (ISC)2 Authorized PPC and PVTC Select Pearson VUE Testing Centers (ISC)2 Authorized PPC and PVTC Select Pearson VUE Testing Centers




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CISSP Requirements Candidates for the CISSP
certification exam must have at least five years
of paid work experience in two of the CISSP CBKs
eight domains. One year of the required
experience can be satisfied if you hold a
four-year college degree or regional equivalent
or an additional certificate from the (ISC)2
recognized list. The candidate who does not have
the necessary experience to become a CISSP can
still become an Associate of (ISC)2 on passing
the CISSP test. After that, the Associate of
(ISC)2 will have six years to complete the five
years of experience required.




Get endorsed After passing the exam, you can
begin the online endorsement procedure. This
procedure verifies that your claims about
professional expertise are accurate and that you
are in good standing in the cybersecurity
business.
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• Accept the (ISC)2 Code of Ethics
• All (ISC)2 certified information security
  professionals understand that certification is a
  privilege that must be achieved and maintained.
  All (ISC)2 members must pledge to fully support
  the initiative of the Code of Ethics.
• Who is the CISSP for?
• The CISSP is perfect for experienced security
  practitioners, managers, and executives who want
  to demonstrate their understanding of a wide
  range of security techniques and principles, such
  as professionals who work in the following roles
• Chief Information Security Officer
• Chief Information Officer
• Security Manager
• Security Auditor
• Director of Security
• IT Director/Manager
• Security Systems Engineer
• Security Analyst
• Security Architect
• Security Consultant
• Network Architect

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How to Prepare for CISSP Certification? The CISSP
certification is among the most sought-after and
challenging in the information security sector.
There are no shortcuts to passing the CISSP exam.
To prepare for the CISSP certification exam,
youll need a solid approach and several
resources. Here are a few tips on preparing for
the CISSP certification exam and passing it on
the first try. Know your exam Knowing what the
exam is all about is crucial in preparing for the
CISSP certification exam. The official (ISC)2
CISSP certification page consists of all the
information you need to know about the exam,
including prerequisites, target audience, exam
objectives, exam format, skills accessed, exam
fees, and other relevant information.




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Create a study plan To prepare for the CISSP
certification exam, you should have a good study
plan ahead of time because there are a lot of
security concepts and theories to study
for. Study resources There are a plethora of
resources available to help you prepare for the
CISSP certification exam, ranging from books,
study guides, videos, whitepapers, and
more. Training thats best-suited for you Find
and enroll in a training option that best meets
your needs, fits your schedule and learning style
to help you get ready for the rigorous CISSP
certification exam.




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Tips for the exam day Maintain a calm demeanor
throughout the exam Eat healthily Before taking
the exam, make sure you get plenty of rest Arrive
early at the exam center Keep yourself
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