U.S. Government

Partner With an Organization That Understands Your Needs

As a cybersecurity expert for the U.S. government, you guard some of the nation and world’s most sensitive data, facing a steady flow of new threats and risks. You must be on top of your game.

ISC2 has your back—from cybersecurity training to government-specific certifications.

ISC2 has a long history of partnering with the U.S. government. Rest assured we understand your policies, requirements, and needs.

  • Many of our certifications meet the requirements of the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) Directive 8570.1.
  • Thousands of government employees and contractors are members of the ISC2 community.
  • We offer a certification to align with the Risk Management Framework (RMF).
  • We have trained and certified government personnel since 1994.

ISC2 is here to help you hone your craft and expand your skills. And we want to make it easier for you to meet your cybersecurity certification requirements. Explore how we can assist you today.


Ways We Can Assist You

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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

IAT Level I IAT Level II IAT Level III
SSCP
A+ CE
CCNA-Security
CND
Network+ CE
SSCP
CCNA-Security
CySA+
GICSP
GSEC
Security+ CE
CND
CISSP (or Associate)
CCSP
CASP+ CE
CCNP Security
CISA
GCED
GCIH
IAM Level I IAM Level II IAM Level III
CGRC
HCISPP
CND
Cloud+
GSLC
Security+ CE
CGRC
HCISPP
CISSP (or Associate)
CASP+ CE
CISM
GSLC
CCISO
CISSP (or Associate)
CISM
GSLC
CCISO
IASAE Level I IASAE Level II IASAE Level III
CISSP (or Associate)
CSSLP
CASP+ CE
CISSP (or Associate)
CSSLP
CASP+ CE
CCSP
CISSP ISSAP
CISSP ISSEP
CSSP Analyst CSSP Infrastructure Support CSSP Incident Responder CSSP Auditor CSSP Manager
CEH
CFR
CCNA Cyber Ops
CCNA-Security
CySA+
GCIA
GCIH
GICSP
Cloud+
SCYBER
PenTest+
SSCP
CEH
CySA+
GICSP
CHFI
CFR
Cloud+
CND
CEH
CFR
CCNA Cyber Ops
CCNA-Security
CHFI
CySA+
GCFA
GCIH
SCYBER
PenTest+
CEH
CySA+
CISA
GSNA
CFR
PenTest+
CISSP-ISSMP
CISM
CCISO

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.

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

Through initiatives like the Post-9/11 GI Bill and the Montgomery GI Bill, the VA provides financial aid for academic studies, including professional certifications like those in cybersecurity.

To learn whether you’re eligible for the GI Bill or to apply to the program, visit the GI Bill website.

In-Person Training Options

Veterans can more easily acquire the specific skills needed for the workforce thanks to these benefits, which can cover the cost of tuition, books, and fees.

For instance, Official ISC2 CISSP Training, which is highly recognized in the cybersecurity industry, can be covered by the Post-9/11 GI Bill with Training Camp.

For more information, visit our approved ISC2 Official Training Partner:

- Training Camp

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.