EC-Council’s Certified Chief Information Security Officer Program is one of the most unique certification programs available. With a true focus on the executive level information security leaders within the organization, this certification is a first of its kind. Created and designed by an Advisory Board made up of top-level information security executives, every single aspect of this program was designed with the sole focus of developing future CISOs. Phishbuster Academy is a proud partner in providing the essential training required to prepare for this incredible cybersecurity certification. Contact us today to discuss the requirements for this exclusive course.
CCISO Certification Exam Details
CCISO is widely considered the top executive level cybersecurity certification on the market. Information security professionals, with a strong desire to move up in management, truly need to keep this as a primary focus in their career development. This exam was molded around NICE framework, is accredited by ANSI, and meets the requirements of the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) Directive 8570.01 for IAM Level II, IAM Level III, and CSSP Manager positions.
CCISO is widely considered the top executive level cybersecurity certification on the market. Information security professionals, with a strong desire to move up in management, truly need to keep this as a primary focus in their career development. This exam was molded around NICE framework, is accredited by ANSI, and meets the requirements of the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) Directive 8570.01 for IAM Level II, IAM Level III, and CSSP Manager positions.
This exam certifies professionals in their knowledge of, and experience in, these five cybersecurity domains:
- Domain 1: Governance, Risk, Compliance
- Domain 2: InfoSec Controls & Audit Management
- Domain 3: Security Program Management & Operations
- Domain 4: Information Security Core Competencies
- Domain 5: Strategic Planning, Finance, Procurement, & Vendor Management
This exam is broken out into three separate levels. Level 1 is based around your knowledge and ability to memorize key pieces of information. Level 2 dives into the candidate’s ability to understand the application of given concepts. Level 3 focuses on analysis by challenging the candidate in identifying and resolving problems within the restraints of given variables. There is a total of 150 multiple choice questions that must be completed within two and a half hours. In order for a candidate to apply for an exam, they must be able to validate a minimum of five years of experience in each of the five domains.
With the EC-Council CCISO being one of the top credentials for executive leadership, it has become highly sought-after by professionals with a vast amount of experience in this field. Bootcamps around the country continue to fill up with management level cybersecurity professionals who desire to advance their career. Phishbuster Academy continues to pave the way in training these ambitious leaders by continually offering training bootcamps throughout the year. As an added benefit, through partnering with our training center for your learning journey, candidates will only have to validate five years of experience in THREE of the domains to qualify for the exam.
With the EC-Council CCISO being one of the top credentials for executive leadership, it has become highly sought-after by professionals with a vast amount of experience in this field. Bootcamps around the country continue to fill up with management level cybersecurity professionals who desire to advance their career. Phishbuster Academy continues to pave the way in training these ambitious leaders by continually offering training bootcamps throughout the year. As an added benefit, through partnering with our training center for your learning journey, candidates will only have to validate five years of experience in THREE of the domains to qualify for the exam.
Top Training Center is Making Cybersecurity Leadership Bootcamps a Priority
Phishbuster Academy has created one the best training platforms available for the Certified Chief Information Security Officer. Our top-rated certified trainers guide you through every aspect of those five CCISO domains over a five-day accelerated bootcamp. As a part of our course, you will also get to participate in the CCISO interactive War Games, where instructors lead you through lifelike examples of real data breaches forcing every learner to incorporate all they have learned. At the end of the five-day training, every learner will take the exam while all the information is fresh. Phishbuster Academy even provides some exam insurance, if you don’t pass the exam at the end of our bootcamp, we will pay for your second exam attempt.
Bootcamp Includes:
- 40-hour Live Training Session with a Phishbuster Certified Trainer
- Course Study Guide
- Practice Exams
- EC-Council CCISO Exam Voucher
- Phishbuster Promise – if you follow our program and we say you are ready for the exam, but you don’t pass on your first attempt, the second attempt is on us.
Accelerated bootcamp price is $3,499.00.
Frequent Questions
What jobs opportunities can I get with the Certified Chief Information Security Officer?
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The job roles for a professional with a CCISO tend to be in management roles like VP Information Security, Information Security Officer, Chief Compliance Officer, Chief Information Security Officer, and Chief Technical Officer.
What are the CCISO certification requirements?
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Applicants looking to apply for the CCISO exam must be able to validate a minimum of five years of experience in the five CCISO domains. Candidates that complete an approved course can apply to have these requirements reduced to five years of experience in three of the domains.
What are the CCISO domains and knowledge areas?
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There are five domains covered in this program – Governance, Risk, Compliance; InfoSec Controls & Audit Management; Security Program Management & Operations; Information Security Core Competencies; Strategic Planning, Finance, Procurement, & Vendor Management.
What is the certification exam format for the Certified Chief Information Security Officer?
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There is a total of 150 multiple choice questions that must be completed within two and a half hours.
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