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Systems Security Certified Practitioner (SSCP) Certification Training

The Systems Security Certified Practitioner (SSCP) certification is an industry-recognized credential that validates practical and technical skills in IT and cybersecurity operations. Designed by (ISC)², SSCP is ideal for IT professionals who manage and secure critical infrastructure. The certification demonstrates your ability to implement and manage effective cybersecurity policies and procedures to protect data integrity, confidentiality, and availability.

Our SSCP certification training program equips candidates with the skills necessary to pass the SSCP exam and excel in roles such as systems administrators, network security engineers, and security analysts.

Overview

The SSCP credential affirms a security practitioner’s ability to perform key functions including:

  • Authentication and access control
  • Network and endpoint security
  • Incident detection, response, and recovery
  • Risk monitoring and cryptography
  • Cloud and application security operations

It complies with ANSI/ISO/IEC Standard 17024 and is globally recognized. Whether you are seeking to strengthen your resume or gain hands-on operational security knowledge, the SSCP training provides the foundation for an advanced career in information security.

Target Audience

Target Audience

This certification is ideal for:

 

  • Systems Administrators 
  • Network Security Engineers 
  • Security Administrators and Analysts 
  • Systems Engineers 
  • Database Administrators 
  • IT Professionals working toward an operational security role

Pre-Requisites

Pre-Requisites

To earn the SSCP certification, you must:

 

  • Pass the SSCP exam 
  • Have a minimum of 1 year of paid full-time work experience in at least one of the seven domains of the SSCP Common Body of Knowledge (CBK)

Candidates who do not yet have the required experience can become Associates of (ISC)² after passing the exam and will have two years to meet the experience requirement.

Exam info

Exam Information

Duration 3 Hours
Number of questions 125
Question format  Multiple Choice
Passing marks 700 out of 1000
Exam language   English, Japanese, and Brazilian Portuguese
Course Duration : 5 Days
Course Syllabus

Domain 1: Access Controls

  • Apply codes of ethics and security concepts 
  • Implement and maintain functional security controls 
  • Manage physical and logical access to assets 
  • Support asset management and security awareness training

Domain 2: Security Operations and Administration

  • Apply authentication and internetwork trust mechanisms 
  • Implement access control models 
  • Manage identity and access lifecycles

Domain 3: Risk Identification, Monitoring, and Analysis

  • Understand the risk management lifecycle 
  • Perform risk assessments and threat monitoring 
  • Analyze security data and report on findings

Domain 4: Incident Response and Recovery

  • Support and respond to security incidents 
  • Participate in forensic investigations 
  • Implement business continuity (BCP) and disaster recovery plans (DRP)

Domain 5: Cryptography

  • Understand cryptographic algorithms and secure protocols 
  • Support the implementation of Public Key Infrastructure (PKI)

Domain 6: Network and Communications Security

  • Understand networking concepts and attack prevention 
  • Configure and secure network security devices and protocols 
  • Operate wireless technologies securely (WiFi, Bluetooth, NFC)

Domain 7: Systems and Application Security

  • Identify and prevent malware and endpoint threats 
  • Secure virtual environments and cloud applications 
  • Operate system-level defenses and updates

Benefits

  • Career Advancement – Ideal for professionals aiming for roles such as security analyst, systems administrator, and network security engineer. 
  • Comprehensive Security Knowledge – Gain deep operational insight across seven key domains of cybersecurity. 
  • Increased Salary Potential – Stand out to employers with a respected and globally recognized credential. 
  • Professional Networking – Access to the (ISC)² community, events, and continuous learning opportunities.

Schedule & Fee

Upcoming Batches: Please contact us to know more about our SSCP training schedules and pricing.

Become a trusted security expert with the SSCP certification and enhance your career in IT and cybersecurity today.