Requirements

• "There are no particular requirements for participating in the exam. However
• it is advisable for candidates to possess fundamental knowledge in information technology (IT). No prior work experience in cybersecurity or a formal educational diploma/degree is mandatory. Progressing in the candidates professional journey may involve pursuing advanced (ISC)2 certifications that necessitate hands-on experience in the field."

Description

The Certified in Cybersecurity (CC) Examination duration is set at 2 hours, during which participants will encounter a total of 100 questions. The question format for this examination is multiple choice, wherein test-takers select the most appropriate response from the provided options. To successfully pass the CC Examination, candidates must achieve a score of at least 700 out of the total 1000 points. The examination is available in various languages, including English, Chinese, Japanese, Korean, German, and Spanish, allowing a diverse range of individuals to participate. Test sessions are conducted at Pearson VUE Testing Centers, where candidates can take the exam under secure and controlled conditions.

The exam covers 5 domains as follows:-

Domain 1: Security Principles (26%)

1.1 Understand the security concepts of information assurance

1.2 Understand the risk management process

1.3 Understand security controls

1.4 Understand (ISC)² Code of Ethics

1.5 Understand governance processes

Domain 2: Business Continuity (BC), Disaster Recovery (DR) & Incident Response Concepts (10%)

2.1 Understand business continuity (BC)

2.2 Understand disaster recovery (DR)

2.3 Understand incident response

Domain 3: Access Controls Concepts (22%)

3.1 Understand physical access controls

3.2 Understand logical access controls

Domain 4: Network Security (24%)

4.1 Understand computer networking

4.2 Understand network threats and attacks

4.3 Understand network security infrastructure

Domain 5: Security Operations (18%)

5.1 Understand data security

5.2 Understand system hardening

5.3 Understand best practice security policies

5.4 Understand security awareness training

Who this course is for:

• If you aspire to become part of an energetic and fulfilling professional community
• consider obtaining a Cybersecurity certification to showcase to potential employers that you possess the fundamental expertise and enthusiasm to contribute to their workforce. This certification is well-suited for professionals in the IT industry
• individuals seeking a career shift towards cybersecurity
• or college students or those who have recently completed their education. The perfect individuals for the Certified in Cybersecurity designation are those who excel at problem-solving
• creative thinkers
• individuals with strong analytical and critical thinking skills
• and those who are enthusiastic about the prospect of acquiring new knowledge.