Master Advanced Cybersecurity Techniques
Advance your Cybersecurity Career and Protect Critical Information with the CISSP course by Total Cyber Solutions
Course Description
Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) is a globally recognized certification in the field of information security. Offered by (ISC)², the CISSP certification validates a professional’s expertise in designing, implementing, and managing a best-in-class cybersecurity program. The certification is ideal for experienced security practitioners, managers, and executives who want to prove their knowledge across various security practices and principles.
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Take the CISSP
On-Demand Course
Course Duration
12-Month Access and Approximately 72 hours of Instruction and Labs
Course Level
Advanced, experience required
Course Price
$ 3999.99
Jobs that typically use or require CISSP certification:
Chief Information Officer
Chief Information Security Officer
Chief Technology Officer
Compliance Manager/Officer
Director of Security
Information Architect
Information Manager/Information Risk Manager or Consultant
IT Specialist/Director/Manager
Network/System Administrator
Security Administrator
Security Architect/Security Analyst
Security Consultant
Security Manager
Security Systems Engineer/Security Engineer
Benefits of CISSP Certification
Career Opportunities and Advancement
Raise visibility and credibility and create new career opportunities.
Versatile Skills
Build vendor-neutral skills that can be applied to different technologies and methodologies.
Credibility
Demonstrate a solid foundation to mitigate and respond to cyberthreats.
Leadership
Develop a broad set of technical and nontechnical skills that job experience alone doesn't provide.
Membership in a Strong Peer Network
Become an ISC2 member, unlocking exclusive resources, educational tools and peer-to-peer networking opportunities.
Higher Salaries
Earn more. In 2023, Certification Magazine's annual survey lists an average salary of $140,230 (in U.S.) and $115,080 (globally).
Expanded Knowledge
Reach a deeper, better and broader understanding of the Exam Outline.
Stronger Skill Set
Expand the skills and knowledge needed to fulfill organizational duties.
The CISSP syllabus is based on eight domains defined by the (ISC)² Common Body of Knowledge (CBK)
- Security and Risk Management
- Security Principles
- Security Governance
- Compliance
- Legal and Regulatory Issues
- Risk Management
- Business Continuity
- Disaster Recovery
- Policies, Standards, Procedures, and Guidelines
- Asset Security
- Information and Asset Classification
- Information and Asset Ownership
- Privacy Protection
- Data Security Controls
- Handling Requirements
- Security Architecture and Engineering
- Secure Design Principles
- Security Models and Concepts
- Security Evaluation Models
- Security Capabilities of Information Systems
- Security Architectures, Designs, and Solutions
- Cryptography
- Site and Facility Design
- Physical Security
- Communication and Network Security
- Secure Network Architecture Design
- Network Components
- Network Protocols and Services
- Network Attacks and Countermeasures
- Secure Communication Channels
- Network Security Controls
- Identity and Access Management (IAM)
- Physical and Logical Access Control
- Identification and Authentication
- Authorization Mechanisms
- Identity Management Implementation
- Access Control Attacks
- Identity as a Service (IDaaS)
- Third-party identity services
- Security Assessment and Testing
- Assessment and Testing Strategies
- Security Control Testing
- Security Process Data
- Security Testing Methodologies
- Vulnerability Assessment
- Penetration Testing
- Security Operations
- Security Operations Concepts
- Incident Management
- Investigation and Forensics
- Disaster Recovery Planning
- Business Continuity Planning
- Logging and Monitoring
- Secure Resource Provisioning
- Security Operations Center (SOC)
- Software Development Security
- Security in the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC)
- Development Environment Security
- Software Security Effectiveness
- Secure Coding Guidelines and Standards
- Security Testing
- Code Review
- Vulnerability Management
Candidates need at least five years of full-time, paid experience in two or more CISSP domains. One year of experience can be substituted for a degree in computer science or a related field or an approved certification. Part-time work and internships count toward this requirement.
Candidates without the required experience can become an Associate of (ISC)² by passing the CISSP exam and then have six years to gain the needed experience.
Approved Credential on the ISC2 Approved List
You can satisfy one year work experience if you hold one of the approved credentials on the below ISC2 approved list.
- AWS Certified Security – Specialty
- AZ-500 Azure Security Engineer Associate
- Certified in Governance, Risk and Compliance (CGRC)
- Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP)
- Certified Computer Examiner (CCE)
- Certified Ethical Hacker v8 or higher
- Certified Information Security Manager (CISM)
- Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)
- Certified Internal Auditor (CIA)
- Certified Protection Professional (CPP) from ASIS
- Certified in Risk and Information Systems Control (CRISC)
- Certified Secure Software Lifecycle Professional (CSSLP)
- Certified Wireless Security Professional (CWSP)
- Cisco Certified CyberOps Associate/Professional
- Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert (CCIE) Security
- Cisco Certified Network Associate Security (CCNA Security)
- Cisco Certified Network Professional Security (CCNP Security)
- CIW Web Security Professional
- CIW Web Security Specialist
- CompTIA Advanced Security Practitioner (CASP+)
- CompTIA CySA+
- CompTIA Security+
- Computer Hacking Forensic Investigator (CHFI)
- CSA Certificate of Cloud Security Knowledge (CCSK)
- EC-Council Certified Security Specialist (ECSS)
- EC-Council Certified SOC Analyst (CSA)
- GIAC Certified Enterprise Defender (GCED)
- GIAC Certified Incident Handler (GCIH)
- GIAC Certified Intrusion Analyst (GCIA)
- GIAC Cyber Threat Intelligence (GCTI)
- GIAC Global Industrial Cyber Security Professional (GICSP)
- GIAC Information Security Fundamentals (GISF)
- GIAC Information Security Professional (GISP)
- GIAC Security Essentials Certificate (GSEC)
- GIAC Security Leadership Certification (GSLC)
- GIAC Strategic Planning, Policy, and Leadership (GSTRT)
- GIAC Systems and Network Auditor (GSNA)
- HealthCare Information Security and Privacy Practitioner (HCISPP)
- Information Security Management Systems Lead Auditor (IRCA)
- Information Security Management Systems Principal Auditor (IRCA)
- Juniper Networks Certified Internet Expert (JNCIE-SEC)
- Microsoft Identity and Access Management
- Microsoft Security Operations Analyst
- Microsoft Certified Cybersecurity Architect
- Offensive Security Certified Professional/Expert (OSCP/E)
- Systems Security Certified Practitioner (SSCP)
OR
A candidate who doesn’t have the required experience to become a CISSP may become an Associate of ISC2 by successfully passing the CISSP examination. The Associate of ISC2 will then have six years to earn the five years required experience.
Work Experience
Your work experience must fall within two or more of the eight domains of the ISC2 CISSP Exam Outline:
- Domain 1. Security and Risk Management
- Domain 2. Asset Security
- Domain 3. Security Architecture and Engineering
- Domain 4. Communication and Network Security
- Domain 5. Identity and Access Management (IAM)
- Domain 6. Security Assessment and Testing
- Domain 7. Security Operations
- Domain 8. Software Development Security
Full-Time Experience: Your work experience is accrued monthly. Thus, you must have worked a minimum of 35 hours/week for four weeks in order to accrue one month of work experience.
Part-Time Experience: Your part-time experience cannot be less than 20 hours a week and no more than 34 hours a week.
- 1040 hours of part-time = 6 months of full time experience
- 2080 hours of part-time = 12 months of full time experience
Internship: Paid or unpaid internship is acceptable. You will need documentation on company/organization letterhead confirming your position as an intern. If you are interning at a school, the document can be on the registrar’s stationery.
The CISSP exam uses Computerized Adaptive Testing (CAT) for all English exams. CISSP exams in all other languages are administered as linear, fixed-form exams. You can learn more about CISSP CAT.
| Length of exam | 3 hours |
| Number of items | 100 – 150 |
| Item format | Multiple choice and advanced innovative items |
| Passing grade | 700 out of 1000 points |
| Exam language availability | Chinese, English, German, Japanese, Spanish |
| Testing center | ISC2 Authorized PPC and PVTC Select Pearson VUE Testing Centers |
CISSP CAT Examination Weights
| Domains | Average Weight |
|---|---|
| 1. Security and Risk Management | 16% |
| 2. Asset Security | 10% |
| 3. Security Architecture and Engineering | 13% |
| 4. Communication and Network Security | 13% |
| 5. Identity and Access Management (IAM) | 13% |
| 6. Security Assessment and Testing | 12% |
| 7. Security Operations | 13% |
| 8. Software Development Security | 10% |
| Total | 100% |
Hardware Requirements:
- This course can be taken on either a PC, Mac, or Chromebook
- A microphone
- Speakers
- A Webcam
Software Requirements
- PC: Windows 7 or later
- Mac: macOS 10.7 or later
- Browser: The latest version of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox is preferred. Microsoft Edge and Safari are also compatible.
- Software must be installed and fully operational before the course begins.
Other:
- Email capabilities and access to a personal account.
Overall Course Pass Rate
Our documented 95% passing rate1, has allowed us to train hundreds of students to pass their exam on the first try.
Note
1Pass rate is directly affected by students viewing the live/on-demand course and completing the course material. Students that do not complete the course have a 80% or less pass rate.