(ISC)² is an international, nonprofit membership association for information security leaders like you. We’re committed to helping our members learn, grow and thrive. Nearly 330,000 members, associates and candidates strong, we empower professionals who touch every aspect of information security.
(ISC)² information security certifications are recognized as the global standard for excellence. They allow you to prove your expertise and highlight your skill mastery. And for employers, having certified employees means your organization is better prepared to protect your critical information assets and infrastructures.
(ISC)² created and maintains the Common Body of Knowledge (CBK) on which the certifications are based. The CBK defines global industry standards and best practices in information security.
Distinguish Yourself With Globally-Recognized Certifications
(ISC)² information security certifications are recognized as the global standard for excellence. They allow you to prove your expertise and highlight your skill mastery. And for employers, having certified employees means your organization is better prepared to protect your critical information assets and infrastructures.
(ISC)² created and maintains the Common Body of Knowledge (CBK) on which the certifications are based. The CBK defines global industry standards and best practices in information security.
Certification Programs
You work in a world where you always have to stay one step ahead. So do we. We were honored to be the first information security certifying body to meet the requirements of ANSI/ISO/IEC Standard 17024. (This is a global benchmark for certifying people.)
All of our certifications have been accredited against this standard.
Association Governance
(ISC)² is a United States 501(c)(6) nonprofit professional corporation. It was established to develop a program and common body of knowledge for the certification of cybersecurity professionals, and it has since expanded to support its members’ professional development and advocating for the continued growth, ethical best practices and health of the profession. (ISC)² operates under the authority and direction of the (ISC)² Board of Directors.
