Cyber Security
Certified Information Security Professional
IITCC-ISP-CP · IITCC™ Certified Professional · 2025
Study Duration
80–110 hours
Credential Level
IITCC™ Certified Professional
Assessment
Scenario-based examination
Pass Mark
70%
About This Certification
The IITCC™ Certified Information Security Professional credential validates a well-rounded understanding of information security principles, frameworks, and practical controls. Covering risk management, cryptography, access control, and incident response, this credential prepares professionals to protect organisational data and IT infrastructure against evolving threats.
Programme Content
What You Will Study
01
Information Security Fundamentals
- CIA triad and core security principles
- Security governance and policy
- Risk management frameworks: NIST, ISO 27001
- Security standards and compliance obligations
02
Access Control & Identity Management
- Authentication factors and multi-factor authentication
- Identity and access management (IAM)
- Role-based and attribute-based access control
- Privileged access management (PAM)
03
Cryptography
- Symmetric and asymmetric encryption
- PKI, digital signatures, and certificates
- Hashing and data integrity
- Cryptographic protocols: TLS, SSH, PGP
04
Network Security
- Firewalls, IDS/IPS, and DMZ architecture
- VPN and secure remote access
- Network segmentation strategies
- Wireless security protocols
05
Incident Response
- Incident response lifecycle (NIST)
- Log analysis and SIEM tools
- Forensic evidence preservation
- Communication during a breach
06
Security Risk & Compliance
- Risk assessment and treatment
- Business continuity planning
- GDPR, HIPAA, and PCI-DSS obligations
- Audit and assurance fundamentals
What You Will Demonstrate
Skills Validated
Apply information security frameworks and governance principles
Implement access control and identity management systems
Configure cryptographic controls for data protection
Design and segment secure network architectures
Respond to security incidents using structured methodologies
Ideal Candidates
Who Should Enrol
IT professionals seeking a foundational security credential
System and network administrators responsible for security
Compliance and risk professionals in IT environments
Graduates targeting information security roles
Certification Assessment
How You Are Assessed
Assessment Format
Scenario-based examination
Duration
2.5 hours
Pass Mark
70%
Attempts
Up to 2 attempts included
Upon Successful Completion
IITCC™ Digital Certificate of Professional Competence
Blockchain-secured credential badge (Edubuk)
Unique Certification ID for employer verification
Skill transcript for LinkedIn and job applications
Project Validation Record (where applicable)
Employer Readiness Score
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