CC – Certified in Cybersecurity

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ISC2 Certified in Cybersecurity Entry-Level Certification

Start Your Exciting Cybersecurity Career with CC

Take the first step to a rewarding career with Certified in Cybersecurity (CC) from ISC2, the world’s leading cybersecurity professional organization known for the CISSP. You don’t need experience — just the passion and drive to enter a field that opens limitless opportunities around the globe.

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As part of our commitment to help close the cybersecurity workforce gap, our new global initiative, One Million Certified in Cybersecurity, is providing free CC online self-paced training and exams to one million people around the world.

CC Quick Glance

ENTRY-LEVEL CYBERSECURITY

Proves you have the foundational knowledge, skills and abilities for an entry- or junior-level cybersecurity role.

WHAT TO EXPECT ON THE CC EXAM

Domain 1. Security Principles

Domain 2. Business Continuity (BC), Disaster Recovery (DR) & Incident Response Concepts

Domain 3. Access Controls Concepts

Domain 4. Network Security

Domain 5. Security Operations


CC Exam Outline
Entry-Level
No Work Experience Required
FREE Exam & Training
For Limited Time
ANAB Accredited
ISO/IEC Standard 17024

Your Pathway to Certification

Why Earn the CC?

If you're looking to join a dynamic and rewarding workforce, get Certified in Cybersecurity and demonstrate to employers you have the foundational knowledge and passion to join their team. This certification is ideal for:

  • IT professionals
  • Career changers looking to transition into cybersecurity
  • College students or recent graduates

Ideal candidates for Certified in Cybersecurity are:

  • Problem solvers
  • Creative
  • Analytical and critical thinkers
  • Excited by the opportunity to learn

What Makes Certified in Cybersecurity Your Best Move?

  • Respect – Validate your knowledge and build credibility.
  • Job Offers and Advancement – Gain the solid foundation of cybersecurity knowledge employers are looking for, from an association they trust.
  • Growth and Learning – Develop new skills you can apply in day-to-day work.
  • Pathway to Cybersecurity Careers and Advanced Certifications – Build a strong foundation for an infosec career and become familiar with exam formats for advanced ISC2 certifications like the CISSP.
  • Community of Professionals – Access a network of peers and CPE/learning opportunities.
  • Higher Salaries – ISC2 members report 35% higher salaries than non-members.
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Tips to get Certified in Cybersecurity in 30 Days

In this five-part blog series, we’ll detail five clear steps that will help you get CC-certified in 30 days.

Set Yourself Up for Exam Success

With Official ISC2 Training, you’re guaranteed up-to-date content that aligns to the latest exam domains. Explore the training that best meets your needs and learning style, use our self-study tools or trust our training partners around the world to help you in your certification journey.

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