U.S. Government

ISC2 is an approved provider of via the Air Force COOL office for active duty Air Force enlisted members, or reservists and National Guard members on title 10 or title 32 orders respective.

ArmyIgnitED has partnered with ISC2, the world’s leading cybersecurity professional organization, to offer you a 20% discount on Official ISC2 Online Instructor-Led Training and Self-Paced Training.

As a government cybersecurity professional, you need to keep your organization safe from the latest threats today and well into the future. Set yourself up for success with ISC2.

When you choose ISC2, you benefit from award-winning training programs and some of the most recognized certifications in the industry.

And when you pass your ISC2 certification exam, you become a member of an elite community. You join thousands of other leading government professionals. The ISC2 community gives you access to peer networking, mentoring and educational tools, so you can stay up-to-date and grow your career.

Take the First Step Today

• Learn about our industry-leading certifications
• Find cybersecurity training that meets your needs
• Explore the benefits of becoming an ISC2 member
• Register for an exam

Interested in certification and training for your team? Learn more about ISC2 Team Training Solutions.

ISC2 Certifications Meet the Requirements

You need a cybersecurity certification that meets the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) Directive 8570.1.

We’ve got you covered.

Refer to the chart below for many ISC2 certifications that qualify. Our certifications are noted in bold, and they’re organized by Directive 8570.1 position category and level. Also check out our DoD Certification and Training brochure.

Please note, the certifications below are the only commercial certifications the DoD will accept as fulfillment for the 8570.1M requirement.

More Information on Directive 8570.1

Directive 8570.1 requires every full- and part-time military service member, defense contractor, civilian and foreign employee with "privileged access" to a DoD system — regardless of job series or occupational specialty — to get a commercial certification credential that has been accredited by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI).

ISC2 was the first organization to receive ANSI accreditation under ISO/IEC Standard 17024 for its CISSP certification. All of the ISC2 certifications above meet these requirements.

Directive 8570 divides the workforce into position categories that have various levels. It also specifies the types of commercial certifications that qualify for each of the defined categories.

• National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST)
• National Initiative for Cybersecurity Careers and Studies (NICCS)
• National Initiative for Cybersecurity Education (NICE)
• Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA)

The Post-9/11 GI Bill Covers Your Certification Exam Fee

If you served on active duty after September 10, 2001 and you want to get certified through ISC2, you can receive financial support through the Post-9/11 GI Bill. This bill covers the cost of your ISC2 certification exam. ISC2 accepts VA reimbursements for the exam.

To learn whether you’re eligible for the Post-9/11 GI Bill or to apply to the program, visit the GI Bill website.

In-Person Training Costs May Be Covered Too

Some of our ISC2 Official Training Providers accept the GI Bill for in-person certification training too. These providers include:

• Training Camp
• The Learning Center

Are you interested in another ISC2 Official Training Partners? Please contact them directly to ask whether they accept the GI Bill. You can find a complete list of ISC2 Training Partners here.

College Credit Hours for CISSP or SSCP Training

The American Council on Education's College Credit Recommendation Service (ACE CREDIT®) has evaluated and recommended three college credit hours for completing an Official ISC2 CBK Training Seminar for the CISSP or SSCP. These credit hours are accepted at more than 1600 veteran-friendly universities.

For more information, visit the ACE CREDIT website.