(ISC)ยฒ CC - Certified in Cybersecurity Online Training

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UPDATED: May 30, 2023

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This (ISC)ยฒ CC โ€“ Certified in Cybersecurity training covers how to perform the basic and essential tasks of an entry-level cybersecurity analyst without supervision or guidance. This Certified in Cybersecurity training prepares you for the foundational (ISC)2 certification, a valuable tool for proving your familiarity with the tech you'll use on a daily basis in your first few years in an IT security job.

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What you'll learn

Foundational cybersecurity principles
Basics of cybersecurity technologies and devices
Steps of incident response and disaster recovery
The role cybersecurity plays in business continuity

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Is the (ISC)ยฒ Certified in Cybersecurity worth it?

Whether or not the Certified in Cybersecurity credential from (ISC)ยฒ is worth it depends on your previous work experience and the positions you want to be competitive for. The (ISC)ยฒ CC is an entry-level certification that is almost entirely knowledge-based. That means it's an excellent choice for brand-new IT professionals or students who just need to get their foot in the door, but may be too simplistic for working professionals.

What does ISC and (ISC)ยฒ mean in cybersecurity?

The International Information System Security Certification Consortium is a non-profit professional organization of cybersecurity professionals. That's it's official name, but it's also referred to as ISC2, ISC and (ISC)ยฒ. As an organization, ISC2's goal is a safe and secure cyber world, which they believe is attainable through providing training, education and certification to cybersecurity professionals. ISC2 creates and maintains industry certifications to benchmark competence, technical skill and knowledge in the career field.

Is the (ISC)ยฒ CC - Certified in Cybersecurity exam hard?

No, the Certified in Cybersecurity exam is not especially difficult. The ISC2 CC exam is designed to cover the basics without posing too steep of a challenge. But with no preparation and no experience at all, the CC exam can be difficult, as it covers every foundational concept of the cybersecurity career field. The exam topics include fundamental principles of security, how incident response works, how network access gets given and restricted, and how a cybersecurity team operates.

How much does the (ISC)ยฒ CC - Certified in Cybersecurity cost?

Depending on when you read this, the Certified in Cybersecurity credential from ISC2 is free. According to ISC2's website, as a part of their One Million Certified in Cybersecurity program, taking the CC certification exam is free. By registering for a free account with ISC2 and applying for the ISC2 Candidate program, you can take the Certified in Cybersecurity exam for free. A $50 annual membership fee is necessary to maintain the certification.

What's the best way to study for the (ISC)ยฒ Certified in Cybersecurity?

If you're new to IT or cybersecurity, the best way to prepare for ISC2 CC is with a course like this one โ€“ one that covers all the topics of the exam with short, to the point videos from experts. Have the fundamentals of security, incident response, access control and security operations explained to you by an expert in the field, at your own pace, with clear video explanations of each topic.

Who is this for?

This (ISC)ยฒ CC training is considered foundational-level (ISC)ยฒ training that's designed for cybersecurity specialists. This cybersecurity skills course is valuable for new IT professionals with at least a year of experience with security, and experienced cybersecurity specialists looking to validate their (ISC)ยฒ skills.

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