ISC2 SSCP

To qualify for the SSCP certification, candidates must meet the following requirements:

A minimum of one (1) year of cumulative, paid work experience in one or more of the SSCP domains:

• Security Operations and Administration
• Access Controls
• Risk Identification, Monitoring, and Analysis
• Incident Response and Recovery
• Cryptography
• Network and Communications Security
• Systems and Application Security

Work experience must be verified by an employer.

Candidates without required experience can earn an Associate of ISC2 designation and gain the required experience within two (2) years.

Successfully pass the SSCP exam.

Agree to ISC2’s Code of Ethics and Continuing Professional Education (CPE) Policy.

• Aspiring Cybersecurity Professionals – Ideal for those starting a career in IT security.
• IT Administrators & Analysts – Perfect for system admins, network security analysts, and engineers.
• Security Practitioners – Beneficial for those managing security operations, risk, and compliance.
• Government & Defense Personnel – Valuable for professionals handling classified or sensitive data.
• CISSP Aspirants – A strong stepping stone for those planning to pursue the CISSP certification.

• Globally Recognized: SSCP is a widely respected certification for IT security professionals.
• Career Advancement: Opens doors to cybersecurity and IT security roles.
• Competitive Advantage: Enhances technical credibility in security operations.
• Higher Earning Potential: SSCP-certified professionals earn competitive salaries in IT security.
• Security Best Practices: Develops expertise in implementing and managing secure IT environments.