Information Systems Security Architecture Professional®
CISSP® by ISC2 is the globally recognized certification in the information security market. More and more security-conscious companies are using the CISSP® as a gold standard, which demonstrates in-depth technical knowledge and experience in effectively designing, developing and managing an overall security stance of an organization.
The ISSAP is an ideal credential for a chief security architect, analyst or professionals with similar responsibilities. As the architect, you play a key role in information security. Your responsibilities fall between the C-suite and the implementation of your security program.
This security architect certification proves your expertise developing, designing and analyzing security solutions. It also shows you excel at giving risk-based guidance to senior management in pursuit of organizational goals.
Exam format
- Exam duration: 3 hours
- Number of questions: 125
- Format: Multiple choice & advanced question types
- Pass rate: 70% (700/1000 points)
- Language: English
- Exam content: The 4 domains
- Domain 1: Governance, Risk and Compliance (GRC) - 21%
- Domain 2: Security Architecture Modeling – 22%
- Domain 3: Infrastructure Security Architecture – 32%
- Domain 4: Identity and Access Management (IAM) Architecture – 25%
Applying for certification
Once you have passed the ISSAP® exam, you can apply for the official ISC2 certificate. To do so, you must sign the ISC2 Code of Ethics, and your professional experience must be verified by an actively certified ISC2 professional. Certification must be completed within nine months of the exam date. If you are unable to find a suitable person, ISC2 will assist you in validating your application.
Recertification
The ISSAP® certification is valid for three years. To maintain your certification, you must provide proof of continuing professional education (CPE) and pay the annual maintenance fee (AMF) to ISC2. This ensures that your expertise remains up to date and your status as a Certified Professional remains active.