ISC2
ISC2, or the International Information System Security Certification Consortium, Inc., is a non-profit organization focused on information security education and certification. Here are key points about ISC2:
History
- ISC2 was founded in 1989 by a group of information security professionals who identified a need for a standardized set of practices in the field of information security.
- Its establishment was spurred by the growing complexity and critical nature of information systems and the need to ensure that security practitioners had the necessary skills and knowledge.
Mission
- The mission of ISC2 is to make the world a safer place through education, certification, and advocacy in the field of information security.
Certifications
- CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional) is perhaps the most recognized certification offered by ISC2. It focuses on the skills and knowledge required to design, engineer, and manage the overall security posture of an organization.
- Other certifications include:
- CCSP (Certified Cloud Security Professional)
- CSSLP (Certified Secure Software Lifecycle Professional)
- HCISPP (HealthCare Information Security and Privacy Practitioner)
- CISSP-ISSAP, ISSEP, and ISSMP (Advanced concentrations for CISSP)
Ethics
- Members of ISC2 are required to adhere to a strict Code of Ethics, which promotes professionalism, integrity, and ethical behavior among information security professionals.
Education and Advocacy
- ISC2 provides resources for continuing education, including webinars, white papers, and training materials to keep professionals up-to-date with the latest security trends and threats.
- They engage in advocacy efforts to influence policy and promote security best practices worldwide.
Membership
- Membership in ISC2 is available to individuals who have passed one of their certification exams. Members are part of a global community of security professionals.
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