SSCP-Systems Security Certified Practitioner
Advance Your IT Security Career With The SSCP — The Ideal Certification For IT Professionals With Proven Technical Skills And Practical Security Knowledge In Hands-On Operational Roles. Demonstrate Your Expertise And Earn Recognition From The World's Leading Cybersecurity Organization, ISC2.
Jobs That Typically Use SSCP
- Network Security Engineer
- IT/Systems/Network Administrator
- Security Analyst
- Systems Engineer
- Security Consultant/Specialist
- Security Administrator
- Systems/Network Analyst
- Database Administrator
- Individuals Operating In A Security Operations Center (SOC) Environment Performing The Role Of Incident Handler, SIEM Analyst, Forensics Specialist, Threat Intel Researcher, Etc.
Domains Covered
- Security Operations And Administration
- Access Controls
- Risk Identification, Monitoring And Analysis
- Incident Response And Recovery
- Cryptography
- Network And Communications Security
- Systems And Application Security
SSCP QUICK GLANCE
SECURITY ADMINISTRATION AND OPERATIONS
Demonstrates Professionals Have The Knowledge And Skills To Implement, Monitor And Administer IT Infrastructure Using Cybersecurity Best Practices.
WHAT TO EXPECT ON THE SSCP EXAM
WHAT TO EXPECT ON THE SSCP EXAM
- 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
About SSCP
The Systems Security Certified Practitioner (SSCP) is the ideal certification for those with proven technical skills and practical, hands-on security knowledge in operational IT roles. It provides confirmation of a practitioner’s ability to implement, monitor and administer IT infrastructure in accordance with information security policies and procedures that ensure data confidentiality, integrity and availability. The broad spectrum of topics included in the SSCP Common Body of Knowledge (CBK) ensure its relevancy across all disciplines in the field of information security. Successful candidates are competent in the following domains:
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
Candidates Must Have A Minimum Of One Year Cumulative Work Experience In One Or More Of The Domains Of The SSCP CBK. A One Year Prerequisite Pathway Will Be Granted For Candidates Who Received A Degree (Bachelors Or Masters) In A Cybersecurity Program.
A Candidate That Doesn't Have The Required Experience To Become An SSCP May Become An Associate Of ISC2 By Successfully Passing The SSCP Examination. The Associate Of ISC2 Will Then Have Two Years To Earn The One Year Required Experience. You Can Learn More About SSCP Experience Requirements And How To Account For Part-Time Work And Internships At Www.Isc2.Org/Certifications/SSCP/SSCP-Experience-Requirements.
ACCREDITATION
SSCP Is In Compliance With The Stringent Requirements Of ANSI/ISO/IEC Standard 17024.
JOB TASK ANALYSIS (JTA)
ISC2 Has An Obligation To Its Membership To Maintain The Relevancy Of The SSCP. Conducted At Regular Intervals, The Job Task Analysis (JTA) Is A Methodical And Critical Process Of Determining The Tasks That Are Performed By Security Professionals Who Are Engaged In The Profession Defined By The SSCP. The Results Of The JTA Are Used To Update The Examination. This Process Ensures That Candidates Are Tested On The Topic Areas Relevant To The Roles And Responsibilities Of Today's Practicing Information Security Professionals.
ADDITIONAL EXAMINATION INFORMATION
Supplementary References
Candidates Are Encouraged To Supplement Their Education And Experience By Reviewing Relevant Resources That Pertain To The CBK And Identifying Areas Of Study That May Need Additional Attention. View The Full List Of Supplementary References At Www.Isc2.Org/Certifications/References.
SSCP EXAMINATION INFORMATION
Notice: Beginning October 1, 2025, The SSCP Exam Will Be Administered As A Variable-Length Computer Adaptive Test (CAT) Exam Only. Candidates Will Answer 100-125 Multiple-Choice Items With An Adjusted Exam Length Of 2 Hours. For More Information On CAT, Please Refer To Www.Isc2.Org/Certifications/Computerized-Adaptive-Testing.
- Length Of Exam 3 Hours
- Number Of Items 125
- Item Format Multiple Choice
- Passing Grade 700 Out Of 1000 Points
- Language Availability English, Japanese And Spanish
- Testing Center Pearson VUE Testing Center
SSCP EXAMINATION WEIGHTS
Domains
- Security Concepts And Practices 16%
- Access Controls 15%
- Risk Identification, Monitoring And Analysis 15%
- Incident Response And Recovery 14%
- Cryptography 9%
- Network And Communications Security 16%
- Systems And Application Security 15%
Examination Policies And Procedures
ISC2 Recommends That SSCP Candidates Review Exam Policies And Procedures Prior To Registering For The Examination. Read The Comprehensive Breakdown Of This Important Information At Www.Isc2.Org/Register-For-Exam.
Complete the Certification Application Process
Once you receive notification that you have successfully passed the exam, you can start the online certification application process. This process attests that your assertions regarding professional experience are true, that you are in good standing within the cybersecurity industry. It also contains the agreements to abide by the ISC2 Code of Ethics and privacy policy.
Agree to the ISC2 Code of Ethics
All information security professionals who are certified by ISC2 recognize that such certification is a privilege that must be both earned and maintained. All ISC2 members are required to commit to fully support ISC2 Code of Ethics Canons:
- Protect society, the common good, necessary public trust and confidence, and the infrastructure.
- Act honorably, honestly, justly, responsibly, and legally.
- Provide diligent and competent service to principles.
- Advance and protect the profession.
How to Enroll
- Visit Akshar Academy’s website to view detailed course outlines.
- Options for individual enrollment or corporate group training will be available.
- Contact Akshar Academy for custom training packages and post-course coaching.