A Comprehensive Guide to CISSP Certification (2021)
                     A Comprehensive Guide to 
CISSP Certification (2021)
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In today’s 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 candidate’s 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 Multiple-choice and 
advanced innovative items advanced innovative items
Passing Score 700 out of 1000 points 700 out of 1000 points
French, German, Brazilian 
Portuguese, Spanish-
Language English Modern, Japanese, 
Simplified Chinese, Korean
(ISC)2 Authorized PPC and (ISC)2 Authorized PPC and 
Testing Center PVTC Select Pearson VUE PVTC Select Pearson VUE 
Testing Centers 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 CBK’s 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, you’ll 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 that’s 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 hydrated
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