(ISC)² board member Howard Schmidt appointed as new White House Cybersecurity Coordinator

(ISC)²'s board of directors and staff congratulate Howard Schmidt on his new White House appointment and wish him well in meeting the very challenging role of Cybersecurity Coordinator. We extend our support to him and his staff in fulfilling President Obama's Cyber Security Action Plan to make our society a safer and more secure place to exchange information, socialize and do business.

Why Certify with (ISC)²?

In a world full of security threats, the need for skilled, knowledgeable information security professionals has never been greater. Your experience in the field is an important component of your value to both your organization and your community. But experience isn't enough anymore. Employers need something quantifiable and verifiable to show them you have the necessary expertise. Certification by a respected accreditation organization is becoming indispensable to the information security professional. Positions in many large corporations and governmental agencies worldwide now require certification, and credentialed practitioners have a higher earning potential, as well as greatly expanded career opportunities.

Why (ISC)²?

The International Information Systems Security Certification Consortium, Inc., (ISC)²^®, is the global leader in educating and certifying information security professionals throughout their careers. Our reputation has earned our certifications numerous awards and global recognition. As one of our members, you'll have access to current industry information, networking opportunities, discounts on industry conferences and valuable career tools. What's more, as a member of (ISC)², you're joining an elite network of certified information security professionals.