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What salary does an SSCP holder earn?

The Systems Security Certified Practitioner (SSCP) certification validates advanced technical skills and knowledge to implement, monitor and administer IT infrastructure using security best practices, policies and procedures established by the cybersecurity experts at ISC2.

The certification is not only recognized for its value in the industry, but those that hold the certification report strong salaries in their field. Based on data collected in the latest ISC2 Cybersecurity Workforce Study, average salaries of SSCP holders are reported below:

Median SSCP Salaries

Region Median SSCP Salary (U.S. $)
Globally $95,200
Asia-Pacific $70,000
Europe $94,400
North America $102,000

Learn more about SSCP to see if you are ready to prove that you have the skills to earn this premium certification and command a competitive salary.

*There are many variables that may contribute to an individual’s salary attainment, including country, region, industry, years of experience, level within an organization, individual performance, an employer’s hiring and compensation practices and more. Some individuals may hold multiple credentials. The information shared should not be considered a guaranteed or estimated salary for all candidates earning the SSCP. Median salaries based on ISC2 survey research are reported when there are a minimum of 50 valid responses, which are not available for all regions for all certifications.