The Systems Security Certified Practitioner (SSCP) course is a comprehensive training program designed for professionals who manage and maintain secure IT systems. This course covers key cybersecurity topics, including access control, cryptography, incident response, network security, and risk management, equipping participants with the skills needed to implement security measures and protect organizations from security threats.
Security policies, procedures, and controls
Security awareness training
Compliance, ethics, and privacy
Asset management and change management
Incident response procedures
Monitoring and reporting
Identification, authentication, and authorization mechanisms
Access control models (DAC, MAC, RBAC, etc.)
Account management practices
Single Sign-On (SSO), federated identity, and biometrics
Remote access security
Risk management processes
Threat modeling and vulnerability assessment
Security assessment tools and techniques
Security auditing and log analysis
Business continuity and disaster recovery (BC/DR)
Incident detection and response processes
Incident categories and prioritization
Root cause analysis
Forensics basics
Recovery and lessons learned
Symmetric vs. asymmetric encryption
Public Key Infrastructure (PKI)
Hashing and digital signatures
VPNs and secure communication protocols
Key management and lifecycle
Network protocols and services (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, etc.)
Secure network design
Firewalls, IDS/IPS, and other security devices
Wireless and VoIP security
Network monitoring and troubleshooting
Secure system and software development lifecycle (SDLC)
System hardening and patch management
Mobile and cloud security basics
Malware protection
Application vulnerabilities and secure coding practices
System Administrators
Network Security Engineers
Security Analysts
Security Administrators
Systems Engineers
Database Administrators
A minimum of one year of cumulative, paid work experience in one or more of the seven domains of the SSCP Common Body of Knowledge (CBK).
Experience in roles such as system administration, network security, or IT support is ideal.
If you don’t meet the experience requirement, you can still take the exam and become an (ISC)² Associate. You’ll then have two years to earn the required experience and achieve full certification
A foundational understanding of networking, systems administration, and security concepts is recommended for success in the course.
Exam vouchers are not included with the course, but you can contact us separately to purchase one
The SSCP certification course is designed for IT professionals responsible for implementing and maintaining security practices within their organization. Covering seven key domains, it builds practical, hands-on skills in areas like access controls, cryptography, network security, and incident response. Ideal for system administrators, network security professionals, and anyone seeking to validate their technical cybersecurity expertise.
The SSCP Self-Paced Course is designed for professionals looking to gain hands-on, practical experience in implementing and managing security operations. This flexible course allows you to study at your own pace while covering the key areas of cybersecurity, including access control, risk management, cryptography, network security, and incident response. Perfect for system administrators, network security professionals, and IT staff, the course prepares you for the SSCP certification exam and equips you with the technical skills needed to secure IT infrastructure effectively.
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