The Certified in Cybersecurity (CC) program is designed to build foundational cybersecurity knowledge and skills for individuals entering or transitioning into the cybersecurity profession.

Upon successful completion of the CC program, candidates will be able to:

1. Understand core cybersecurity principles
   Demonstrate knowledge of fundamental security concepts, including confidentiality, integrity, availability, and risk awareness.

2. Apply basic security controls
   Identify and apply common administrative, technical, and physical security controls to protect information assets.

3. Understand access control concepts
   Explain authentication, authorization, and identity management principles used to control access to systems and data.

4. Recognize network security fundamentals
   Understand basic network components, common network threats, and fundamental network protection mechanisms.

5. Understand security operations
   Describe security monitoring, incident response, and operational security practices used in organizations.

6. Understand business continuity and incident response concepts
   Explain the basics of business continuity, disaster recovery, and incident response planning.

7. Identify common cybersecurity threats and vulnerabilities
   Recognize common attack types, threat actors, and vulnerabilities affecting information systems.

8. Support risk awareness and compliance
   Understand the importance of risk management, policies, and compliance in cybersecurity programs.

9. Demonstrate cybersecurity professionalism and ethics
   Understand ethical behavior, security responsibilities, and professional conduct in cybersecurity roles.

10. Prepare for entry-level cybersecurity roles
    Build a foundation for roles such as security analyst, SOC analyst (Tier 1), IT support with security responsibilities, or cybersecurity trainee.

The Certified in Cybersecurity (CC) certification is designed as an entry-level credential and has no formal prerequisites.

Eligibility Requirements

1. No Prior Work Experience Required

   • The CC certification does not require any professional cybersecurity or IT experience.

   • It is suitable for students, recent graduates, career changers, and professionals entering cybersecurity.

2. No Educational Prerequisites

   • There is no minimum education requirement.

   • Candidates from non-technical and technical backgrounds are eligible.

3. Basic Computer Literacy (Recommended)

   • Familiarity with basic computer usage, operating systems, and internet concepts is recommended but not mandatory.

4. Agreement to (ISC)² Code of Ethics

   • Candidates must agree to abide by the (ISC)² Code of Ethics during and after certification.

5. Passing the CC Examination

   • Candidates must successfully pass the Certified in Cybersecurity (CC) exam.

• Certification Name: Certified in Cybersecurity (CC)

• Certifying Body: (ISC)²

Examination Format

• Exam Type: Computer-Based Test (CBT)

• Question Format: Multiple-choice questions

• Number of Questions: 100

• Exam Duration: 2 hours (120 minutes)

• Language: English (additional languages may be available based on region)

Scoring

• Passing Score: 700 out of 1000

• Scoring Method: Scaled scoring

• Result: Pass / Fail (provisional result provided immediately after completion)

The Certified in Cybersecurity (CC) certification is designed for individuals beginning their cybersecurity journey. While no prior professional experience is required, certain foundational knowledge and exposure can help candidates better understand the exam content and succeed in entry-level cybersecurity roles.

Recommended experience includes:

• Basic IT knowledge
  Familiarity with operating systems, basic networking concepts, and common computing environments.

• Fundamental cybersecurity awareness
  Understanding common cybersecurity threats, vulnerabilities, and attack methods such as phishing, malware, and social engineering.

• Security principles
  Awareness of core security concepts including confidentiality, integrity, availability (CIA triad), and risk awareness.

• Access control fundamentals
  Exposure to authentication methods, authorization concepts, and identity management basics.

• Network fundamentals
  Basic understanding of network components, protocols, and common network security threats.

• Security operations exposure
  Awareness of monitoring, incident reporting, and basic incident response procedures.

• Business continuity and incident response concepts
  Understanding the importance of business continuity, disaster recovery, and incident response planning.

• Ethics and professionalism
  Awareness of ethical behavior, security responsibilities, and adherence to organizational policies.