Systems Security Certified Practitioner (SSCP) Certification Training

Become a Systems Security Certified Practitioner

Earn your Systems Security Certified Practitioner (SSCP) certification, a premier credential that is ideal for those wanting to begin or advance a career in computer networking or security. 

This SSCP exam prep course will help you learn crucial topics such as authentication, identity management, and network trusts. You will also master cloud computing security concepts, network data security, wireless security, and cellular technologies. Your training will explore and cover malware identification and mitigation, risk management, security assessment, incident handling, cryptography, encryption, PKI, certificates, security auditing, and systems monitoring and analysis.

This advanced, online SSCP certification course will prepare you for the industry-recognized SSCP certification exam offered by ISC2, the world's leading member association for cybersecurity professionals

Note: You must possess a minimum of one year of full-time experience in one or more of the seven domains of the current SSCP Exam Outline. The SSCP certification exam cost is not covered with enrollment. 

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Job Outlook for Systems Security Certified Practitioners

  • According to Infosec data, the SSCP certification is among the best beginner-level qualifications, giving professionals the specialized learning and hands-on involvement needed to execute organizations' data security approaches and techniques. 
  • Professionals with SSCP certifications can earn an average base salary of $83,000 annually per PayScale, but some can earn up to $114,000 depending on their position, experience, and residence.
  • The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) projects that cybersecurity jobs will grow by 32% by 2032, which is much faster than the average for all occupations (3%). 

Systems Security Certified Practitioner FAQs

  • What is the average salary of a SSCP holder?

    According to ZipRecruiter, the SSCP certification prepares for several different roles with differing salaries:

    • Systems administrator - Salary $88,927 (average annual)
    • Cybersecurity analyst – Salary $99,400 (average annual)
    • Network manager – Salary $106,570 (average annual)
    • Information systems security officer - Salary $118,327 (average annual)
    • Network and computer systems administrator - Salary $83,055 (average annual)
  • Does this course prepare you for a certification?

    Yes, this course will prepare you for the Systems Security Certified Practitioner (SSCP) exam offered by ISC2 (exam cost not included). 

  • What are the requirements to take the SSCP exam?

    Valid experience includes information systems security-related work performed or work that requires information security knowledge and involves direct application of that knowledge. For the SSCP certification, one year of cumulative work experience in one or more of the seven domains of the SSCP CBK is required. If you do not have the required experience, you may still sit for the exam and become an Associate of ISC2 until you have gained the required experience. To take the exam, you have to schedule it at an authorized testing center scheduled through VUE. A score of 700 out of 1000 is required to pass.

Course Objectives

  • Understand authentication, identity management, and network trusts
  • Master cloud computing security concepts, as well as network data security
  • Learn about wireless security and cellular technologies
  • Explore malware identification and mitigation
  • Discover risk management, security assessment, and incident handling
  • Practice cryptography, encryption, PKI, and certificates
  • Understand security auditing, systems monitoring, and analysis
  • Become prepared to work as a Systems Security Certified Practitioner (SSCP)

Prerequisites and Certification Requirements

This is an advanced level course. You should have a base knowledge about computer hardware, networking, and security knowledge. It is recommended that you should either first take CompTIA A+ and Network+ or have the equivalent of two years of experience working with computers. 

  • Systems administration experience 
  • Familiarity with TCP/IP 
  • An understanding of UNIX, Linux, and Windows 
  • Intermediate-level knowledge of network security concepts 

Candidates must have a minimum of one year's full-time experience in one or more of the seven domains of the current SSCP Exam Outline. Earning a post-secondary degree (bachelors or masters) in computer science, information technology (IT) or related fields may satisfy up to one year of the required experience. Part-time work and internships may also count towards the experience requirement. https://www.isc2.org/certifications/sscp/sscp-experience-requirements

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