Systems Security Certified Practitioner (Online Self-Paced)
SSCP Online Self-Paced Training
Official ISC2 Online Self-Paced SSCP Training is a groundbreaking way to prep for certification that uses artificial intelligence to customize your learning journey. It pinpoints areas that require additional focus and guides you through your exam prep in a way that’s truly personalized.
Study smarter, not harder, with these key advantages:
- Personalized instruction – Content, pace and difficulty adapt to your individual knowledge, learning speed and confidence level.
- Enhanced engagement – Immediate feedback and dynamic content enable you to learn at an appropriate level.
- Time savings – Training time is optimized by focusing on areas that require the most review.
- Improved learning outcomes – The platform identifies areas requiring further review and provides targeted support to maximize your understanding of the content.
Systems Security Certified Practitioner (SSCP) training leverages the power of artificial intelligence, guiding students through a self-paced learning experience adapted to their unique needs. It covers information security concepts and best practices for implementing, monitoring, and administering IT infrastructure using information security policies and procedures, ensuring the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of data.
Choose from these flexible learning options:
90-Day Access — Save 40% for a Limited Time!
Includes 90-day access to course content and Education Guarantee.
90-Day Access + Exam Bundle
Includes 90-day access to course content, an exam voucher and Education Guarantee.
180-Day Access + Exam Bundle
Includes 180-day access to course content, an exam voucher and Education Guarantee.
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What’s included with each option:
- Self-paced online adaptive learning journey
- Data-driven analytics dashboard for real-time feedback on learner progress
- Robust search functionality to narrow topics
- Pre- and post-course assessments
- Knowledge checks and end-of-domain quizzes
- Digital eTextbook
- Interactive content
- Domain-by-domain study sheets with key points
- Email content support
- Online interactive flash cards
- Glossary of Terms
- 24/7/365 chat technical support
Education Guarantee: Learners who don’t pass the exam on their first attempt may access the same training again at no cost within one year from the end of the initial training. The education guarantee covers the cost of the second course.
Who Can Enroll?
SSCP training is for those seeking a comprehensive review to pursue the SSCP certification. It is ideal for early-career security professionals with a year of experience in one or more of the domains listed below.
FAQs
What Is Covered?
- Domain 1: Security Concepts and Practices
- Domain 2: Access Controls
- Domain 3: Risk Identification, Monitoring, and Analysis
- Domain 4: Incident Response and Recovery
- Domain 5: Cryptography
- Domain 6: Network and Communications Security
- Domain 7: Systems and Application Security
What Will You Learn?
- Analyze the key concepts involved in implementing, documenting, and maintaining functional security controls.
- Implement the processes of the asset and change management life cycles in security operations and administration.
- Relate the access controls and authentication methods to the identity management life cycle.
- Apply the internet trust architectures to ensure secure and reliable interactions across interconnected networks.
- Select the vulnerability management activities based on security assessments, relevant compliance and legal issues, and the risk management process.
- Safeguard an organization’s IT environment by classifying and applying tools for information collection, prioritizing security events, and managing log files to support effective security monitoring.
- Develop the incident response policies and processes, business continuity plans, and disaster recovery strategies that align with organizational and regulatory requirements.
- Participate in forensic investigations by practicing methodologies for evidence collection, analysis, and reporting.
- Apply cryptography concepts.
- Apply protocols such as Transport Layer Security (TLS)/Secure Sockets Layer (SSL) for secure data transmission.
- Select the services and protocols to secure data transmission in consideration of their limitations and vulnerabilities.
- Apply the key management practices and Web of Trust principles to establish and maintain secure, trusted communications and data protection mechanisms.
Languages Offered
At this time, content is only available in English.
Cancellation Policy
Refunds for any ISC2 courses will not be provided.
Requisites
Learners must meet these requisites to earn their certificate:
- Complete and pass each domain with a score of 70% or higher (includes all knowledge checks and the end-of-domain assessment).
- Complete the Learner Acknowledgement, verifying you are enrolled and authorized to take the final assessment.
- Complete and pass the final assessment with a score of 70% or higher.
- Complete the course evaluation survey.
Validity
Certificates are valid for three years from the date issued.
Certificate Use
A certificate of completion is awarded to learners who meet the requisites, successfully finish their final assessment. Although a certificate can be used to prepare for professional certification, the certificate of completion does not demonstrate competency, establish expertise, or imply licensing or accreditation in a field.
Earned CPEs for Certificate Holders
Official ISC2 online training qualifies for Continuing Professional Education (CPE) credits. See the ISC2 CPE Handbook and ISC2 CPE Opportunities for details.
Technology Requirements
The following are system requirements needed to enhance your overall learning experience. A stable and continuous internet connection is required. In order to record your completion of the online learning courses, please ensure you are connected to the internet at all times while taking the course.
Hardware Specifications
- Processor 2 GHz +
- RAM 4 GB +
- Monitor minimum resolution (1024 x 768)
- Video card
- Keyboard and mouse or other assistive technology
Computer Peripherals
- Speakers/headphones (noise-cancelling headset is recommended)
- Microphone
- Camera (recommended)
Supported Operating Systems
- Macintosh OS X 10.10 to present
- Windows 10 to present
Supported Browsers
- Google Chrome
- Microsoft Edge
- Mozilla Firefox
Application Software
- Adobe Reader: https://get.adobe.com/reader/