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Security operations professionals are the first to sound the alarm on intrusion attempts by bad actors. Organizations rely on them for security monitoring, security incident management, vulnerability management, security device management and network flow monitoring.
ISC2 prepares tomorrow’s security operations specialists with a choice of pathways for a rewarding, successful career.
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SSCP certification demonstrates that you have the advanced technical skills and knowledge to implement, monitor and administer IT infrastructure.
Did you know?
- SSCP ranks among the most lucrative certifications for cybersecurity professionals with an annual salary of $98,530 (in U.S.) and $92,410 (globally) – Certification Magazine Salary Survey 75
- SSCP is one of the 10 security certifications to boost your career – Dark Reading
Don’t have the experience required for SSCP Certification? As an ISC2 Candidate, you’ll access free online training and free exam for Certified in Cybersecurity (CC), our premier entry-level certification.
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ISC2 Certificates
ISC2 Certificates allow you to advance your skills in areas employers are seeking and provide pathways toward gaining the competencies you need for the journey to ISC2 certification.
Our online ISC2 Security Administration and Operations Certificates focus on introducing cybersecurity professionals to key concepts and best practices. Online on-demand certificates include:
- Responding to a Breach Certificate
- Malware Analysis Certificate
- Crowdsourced Security Certificate
- Cryptography Certificate
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ISC2 Protecting Data Using Zero Trust Courses
Our ISC2 Protecting Data Using Zero Trust Courses cover the principles and requirements necessary to transition from traditional perimeter-based security to a security operating model focused on granular trust relationships. Online on-demand courses include:
- Defining the Boundaries of Zero Trust
- Vulnerability Management in Zero Trust
- Continuous Monitoring and Incident Response for Zero Trust
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ISC2 Security Operations Skill-Builders
Stay in front of the hottest topics and trends impacting your current role and your cybersecurity career with ISC2 Security Operations Skill-Builders, created by industry experts and available now on demand. Become versed in the fundamentals of threat detection and incident response, including security orchestration, automation and response.
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