Information Systems Security Architecture Professional – Self-Paced (Incl. Exam Voucher)
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Introduction
ISC2 is an international non-profit membership association focused on inspiring a safe and secure cyber world. Best known for the acclaimed Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) certification, ISC2 offers a portfolio of credentials that are part of a holistic, programmatic approach to security. Our membership, more than 500,000 strong, is made up of certified cyber, information, software and infrastructure security professionals who are making a difference and helping to advance the industry.
The Information Systems Security Architecture Professional (ISSAP) recognizes cybersecurity leaders with expertise in information systems security architecture. It shows one has the knowledge and skills to develop, design and analyse security solutions and provide risk-based guidance to meet organisational goals.
Audience profile
The ISSAP is ideal for professionals working in roles such as:
- System Architect
- Chief Information Security Officer (CISO)
- Chief Information Officer (CIO)
- Chief Technology Officer (CTO)
- System and Network Designer
- Business Analyst
- Chief Security Office
Pre-requisites
- Candidates must have a minimum of seven years cumulative, full-time experience in two or more of the domains of the current ISSAP exam outline
- Earning a post-secondary degree (bachelors or masters) in computer science, information technology (IT) or related fields or an additional credential from the ISC2 approved list may satisfy one year of the required experience
- Part-time work and internships may also count towards the experience requirement
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Candidates must be a CISSP in good standing and have two years cumulative, full-time experience in one or more of the six domains of the current ISSAP exam outline:
- Part-Time Experience: Your part-time experience cannot be less than 20 hours a week and no more than 34 hours a week
- 1040 hours of part-time = 6 months of full-time experience
- 2080 hours of part-time = 12 months of full-time experience
- Internship: Paid or unpaid internship is acceptable. You will need documentation on company/organisation letterhead confirming your position as an intern. If you are interning at a school, the document can be on the registrar’s stationery
What is Online Self-Paced Training?
ISC2 Self-Paced Training enables a flexible and engaging learning experience which gives you the freedom and confidence to move ahead on your schedule, without sacrificing quality for convenience. Throughout the entire learning experience, you have on-demand access to interactive learning content and industry topics to reinforce the material and increase your knowledge retention. Course activities which draw from real-world scenarios and a learning Plan helps you stay on track with your studies and help you prepare for your ISC2 certification exam.
What is included?
- 180 days of access to Official ISC2 ISSAP content in the learning management system
- 40 hours of content covering all 6 domains
- Interactive flashcards
- Pre- and post-assessment practice questions
- Flexibility to learn on your schedule
- New digital eTextbook
- New glossary
How is the Self-Paced Course Accessed?
An access key and instructions will be sent via email after your purchase is complete.
You may then login anytime at https://my.isc2.org/s/login/
Course objectives
On completion of this program, the participants will be able to:
- Understand and apply the concepts of risk assessment, risk analysis, data classification, and security awareness and Implement risk management and the principles used to support it (Risk avoidance, Risk acceptance, Risk mitigation, Risk transference)
- as a person or a computer system, with the actions that entity takes against valuable
- Understand the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) and how to apply security to it and identify which security control(s) are appropriate for the development environment, and assess the effectiveness of software security
Exam Domains |
Domain 1: Architect for Governance, Compliance and Risk Management |
Domain 2: Security Architecture Modelling |
Domain 3: Infrastructure Security Architecture |
Domain 4: Identify and Access Management (IAM) Architecture |
Domain 5: Architect for Application Security |
Domain 6: Security Operations Architecture |
Course content
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Benefits of Information Systems Security Architecture Professional (ISSAP)
For the Individual:
- Achieve an even higher level of success: Improves job security and creates new opportunities – from new career paths and jobs to more exciting work
- Stand out: Differentiates professionals with an elite level of security architecture knowledge and experience
- Increase earnings: Depending on country and employer. According to the Certification Salary Survey 75 list, ISSAPs reported an average annual salary of $153,000 in the U.S.
- Streamline continuing education: CPE credits for the ISSAP ensure professionals remain up to date on emerging and changing technologies, and security issues related to these technologies
- Prove expertise: Shows knowledge and skills required for developing, designing and analysing security solutions
- Excel: Demonstrates know-how to provide risk-based guidance to senior management to meet organisational goals
- Gain more respect: Differentiates professionals to employers and/or clients
- Expand knowledge: Ensures a deeper, better and broader understanding of the common body of knowledge for security architecture.
- Strengthen skill set: Expands the skills and knowledge needed to fulfil organisational duties
For the Organisation:
- Secure the organisation’s critical data: Strengthen security posture with qualified professionals who have proven expertise to competently design, build and maintain a secure business environment
- Increase overall cybersecurity IQ: Implement the latest security best practices
- Improve information security coherence across the organisation: Ensure professionals speak the same language across disciplines and have cross-department perspective
- Gain instant credibility: Increase organisational integrity in the eyes of clients and other stakeholders
- Satisfy requirements; Meet certification mandates for service providers and subcontractors
- Stay current: Ensure professionals remain up to date on emerging and changing technologies, and security issues related to these technologies through continuing professional education requirements
- Ensure compliance: Comply with government and industry regulations (DoD 8140.01/8570.01 approved)
Associated certifications and exam
Associate of ISC2: A candidate who doesn’t have the required experience may become an Associate of ISC2 by successfully passing the ISSAP examination. The Associate of ISC2 will then have eight years to earn seven years of cumulative, paid work experience in two or more of the six domains of the ISC2 ISSAP Common Body of Knowledge (CBK)
Exam Details | Information Systems Security Architecture Professional |
Exam Title | ISSAP |
Number of Questions/Practical Challenges | 125 Questions |
Test Duration | 3 Hours |
Test Format | Multiple choice questions and advanced innovative items |
Test Delivery | Pearson VUE
Testing Centre |
Availability | English |
Passing Score | 700/1000 |
ISC2 Overview
In an increasingly complex cyber world, there is a growing need for information security leaders who possess the breadth and depth of expertise necessary to establish holistic security programs that assure the protection of an organisations information assets.
ISC2 is an international non-profit membership association focused on inspiring a safe and secure cyber world. Today, based in the United States, ISC2 serves its global membership from its headquarters in Alexandria, Virginia, along with a portfolio of credentials and world-class education programs in the form of vendor-neutral education products and career services.
Best known for the acclaimed Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP®) certification, ISC2 offers a portfolio of credentials that are part of a holistic, programmatic approach to security.
ISC2 members, candidates and associates, nearly 675,000 strong, are made up of certified cyber, information, software and infrastructure security professionals who are making a difference and helping to advance the industry. ISC2 members represent an elite, global network of dedicated cybersecurity professionals – preeminent experts in their field – who have committed themselves to the highest ethical standards and best practices. All members are certified professionals who have passed ISC2 examinations attesting to skill and knowledge in their field. Through their ISC2 certification, they have demonstrated superior competency and devoted themselves to making the cyber world a safer place for all.
Torque IT is the longest standing Official Training Partner (OTP) in South Africa and has maintained the status of one of the leading ISC2 accredited training organizations in South Africa. Torque IT remains the Only Preferred OTP in the South Africa. As a leading and established training provider of cybersecurity education and certification, Torque IT is committed to expanding our offerings and promoting cybersecurity awareness and expertise across all ISC2 Certifications and throughout South Africa and various African countries.