Online Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) Training

Become a Certified Information
Systems Security Professional

Earning your Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) certification can open the door to many IT positions. This CISSP training course is an engaging, fully online course that provides in-depth instruction in key areas related to information/cybersecurity.

Prepare to pass the CISSP certification exam; course topics include security governance principles, risk management concepts, asset security, security architecture and engineering, communication and network security, identity and access management, security assessment and testing, security operations, and software development security.

Gaining your CISSP certification is ideal for advancing your information security and risk management career while validating your ability to effectively design, implement, and manage best-in-class cybersecurity operations.

Job Outlook for Certified Information Systems Security Professionals

According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the employment of information security analysts will grow 33% by 2033, offering 17,300 openings on average every year.

The job outlook for CISSP professionals is promising as it is the most requested certification in U.S. job openings. Positions requiring CISSP certification have an average yearly salary of over $124,000, according to data from Infosec. However, the salary for these roles varies widely depending on the company’s size, location, job title, and other factors.

Certified Information Systems Security FAQs

What is the cost of a CISSP certification?

It costs $749 to take the CISSP exam.

What is the CISSP exam?

The Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) is a certification that is earned by passing the CISSP exam from (ISC)². This credential demonstrates the certification holder’s ability to effectively design, implement and manage best-in-class cybersecurity operations.

How long is the CISSP exam?

The CISSP exam takes 3 hours to complete

What are the requirements for taking the CISSP exam?

To qualify for CISSP certification, you must have a minimum of five years of work experience in two or more of the eight domains of the CISSP CBK. Additionally, earning a four-year college degree or an additional credential from the (ISC)² approved list will satisfy up to one year of experience needed to fulfill CISSP requirements.

What are the eight CISSP domains?

The CISSP exam covers 8 different domains, including: 1. Security and Risk Management 2. Asset Security 3. Security Architecture and Engineering 4. Communication and Network Security 5. Identity and Access Management (IAM) 6. Security Assessment and Testing 7. Security Operations 8. Software Development Security Candidates must demonstrate mastery of all eight CISSP domains to earn their CISSP certification.

Course Objectives

  • Security and risk management
  • Asset Security
  • Security engineering
  • Communications and network security
  • Identity and access management
  • Security assessment and testing
  • Security operations
  • Software development security
  • Prepare to pass the CISSP certification exam

Prerequisites and Certification Requirements

You should have a base knowledge or certification in SSCP. If you wish to take the course without the foundational topics of SSCP, you will be expected to supplement the course materials with outside resources.

For certification through (ISC)2, an individual must have a minimum of five years of paid, full-time work experience in two of the eight domains of CISSP. A one-year experience waiver can be used in place of a four-year college degree or equivalent through an (ISC)2 approved list.

Once a person passes the (ISC)2 vendor exam, an endorsement is also required. This endorsement form must be signed by two (ISC)2 professionals who are active members and can verify your professional experience.

Instructor
Raymond Lacoste

Raymond Lacoste is a highly recognized instructor and IT professional who holds the Cisco Sirius Instructor Award. He has authored Cisco Press publications on the Cisco ENARSI and Cisco TSHOOT exams.

Raymond’s areas of expertise include Cisco Enterprise networking, Cisco Routing and Switching, Cisco Datacenter Networking, ITIL, and Amazon AWS. He also holds certifications in Cisco CCSI, Cisco CCNP Routing and Switching, Cisco CCNP Enterprise, ITIL Foundations, ITIL Practitioner, ITIL Intermediate, Amazon AWS System Operations, Amazon AWS Architect, Amazon AWS Developer, and CISSP.

In addition to his certifications and experience, Raymond’s engaging instruction style makes even the most obscenely complicated or obtuse concepts relatable and understandable. Outside of class, he enjoys dominating both on the golf course and the basketball court.

Registration and Enrollment

Registration and Enrollment

This course is 100% online. Start anytime. 

Are you a military service member or spouse? If so, you might be eligible for funding opportunities such as MyCAA and Army Credentialing Assistance. 

Last updated: 6/28/2024