SSCP-2017
Systems Security Certified Practitioner Study Guide
- 11 Interactive Lessons and 93 topics mapped to the official exam objectives
- 284 Practice Test Questions and 2 Full Length Tests
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11Interactive Lessons
93Topics
284Practice Test Questions
180Flashcards
178Glossary of terms
01 / Skills you'll get
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The SSCP certification exam is an entry-level security exam sponsored by the International Information Systems Security Certification Consortium, Inc., or (ISC)². It is considered by many to be a stepping stone on the path to earning the (ISC)² Certified Information Systems Security Practitioner (CISSP). The (ISC)² SSCP certification exam demonstrates a candidate's advanced technical skills and knowledge to implement, monitor, and administer IT infrastructure using the best security practices, policies and procedures.
Target Career Roles
- Security Analyst
- Systems Engineer
- Security Administrator
- Systems Administrator
- Security Consultant/Specialist
02 / Lessons & labs
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Lessons
11 Interactive Lessons · 93 topics01 Introduction +
02 Information Security: The Systems Security Certified Practitioner Certification 5 topics +
- About the (ISC)2 Organization
- Exams, Testing, and Certification
- The SSCP Exam
- Summary
- Exam Essentials
03 Security Basics: A Foundation 7 topics +
- The Development of Security Techniques
- Understanding Security Terms and Concepts
- Security Foundation Concepts
- Participating in Security Awareness Education
- Summary
- Exam Essentials
- Written Lab Study Guide
04 Domain 1: Access Controls 11 topics +
- What Are Controls?
- Types of Access Controls
- Identification
- Authentication
- System-Level Access Controls
- Discretionary Access Control (DAC)
- Nondiscretionary Access Control
- Mandatory Access Control
- Summary
- Exam Essentials
- Written Lab Study Guide
05 Domain 2: Security Operations and Administration 8 topics +
- Security Administration Concepts and Principles
- Data Management Policies
- Endpoint Device Security
- Security Education and Awareness Training
- Business Continuity Planning
- Summary
- Exam Essentials
- Written Lab Study Guide
06 Domain 3: Risk Identification, Monitoring, and Analysis 9 topics +
- Understanding the Risk Management Process
- Risk Management Frameworks and Guidance for Managing Risks
- Risk Analysis and Risk Assessment
- Managing Risks
- Risk Visibility and Reporting
- Analyzing Monitoring Results
- Summary
- Exam Essentials
- Written Lab Study Guide
07 Domain 4: Incident Response and Recovery 7 topics +
- Event and Incident Handling Policy
- Creating and Maintaining an Incident Response Plan
- Understanding and Supporting Forensic Investigations
- Understanding and Supporting the Business Continuity Plan and the Disaster Recovery Plan
- Summary
- Exam Essentials
- Written Lab Study Guide
08 Domain 5: Cryptography 6 topics +
- Concepts and Requirements of Cryptography
- Key Management
- Secure Protocols
- Summary
- Exam Essentials
- Written Lab Study Guide
09 Domain 6: Networks and Communications 22 topics +
- Network Models
- Network Design Topographies
- Ports and Protocols
- Converged Network Communications
- Network Monitoring and Control
- Access Control Protocols and Standards
- Remote User Authentication Services
- Local User Authentication Services
- Network Segmentation
- Securing Devices
- Security Posture
- Firewall and Proxy Implementation
- Network Routers and Switches
- Intrusion Detection and Prevention Devices
- Telecommunications Remote Access
- Wireless & Cellular Technologies
- Wireless Networks
- Traffic Shaping Techniques and Devices
- Quality of Service
- Summary
- Exam Essentials
- Written Lab Study Guide
10 Domain 7: Systems and Application Security 9 topics +
- Understand Malicious Code and Apply Countermeasures
- Malicious Add-Ons
- User Threats and Endpoint Device Security
- Understand and Apply Cloud Security
- Secure Data Warehouse and Big Data Environments
- Secure Software-Defined Networks and Virtual Environments
- Summary
- Exam Essentials
- Written Lab Study Guide
11 Appendix A: Diagnostic Tools 9 topics +
- Microsoft Baseline Security Analyzer
- Microsoft Password Checker
- Internet Explorer Phishing and Malicious Software Filter
- Manage Internet Cookies
- Observing Logs with Event Viewer
- Viewing a Digital Certificate
- Monitoring PC Activities with Windows Performance Monitor
- Analyzing Error Messages in Event Viewer
- Calculate Hash Values
03 / Exam details
Systems Security Certified Practitioner Study Guide Details
The SSCP certification exam is an entry-level security exam sponsored by the International Information Systems Security Certification Consortium, Inc., or (ISC)². It is considered by many to be a stepping stone on the...
Questions
125
(per exam)
Duration
180 minutes
(per exam)
Passing Score
700
(on a scale of 1000)
Exam Fee
USD 249
(per exam)
Delivered by
Pearson VUE
(in-person or online)
Question Format
Multiple choice questions
single/multiple choice, performance-based
Practice Tests
284 Practice Questions
(mapped to official exam objectives)
Certification
SSCP-2017
Industry-recognized credential
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04 / FAQs
Questions before you start
What are the prerequisites for this exam?+
To qualify for this cybersecurity certification, you must pass the exam and have at least one year of cumulative, paid work experience in one or more of the seven domains of the (ISC) SSCP Common Body of Knowledge (CBK).
What is the exam registration fee?+
USD 249
Where do I take the exam?+
What is the format of the exam?+
Multiple choice questions
How many questions are asked in the exam?+
The exam contains 125 questions.
What is the duration of the exam?+
180 minutes
What is the passing score?+
700
What is the exam's retake policy?+
Here is the retake policy:
- You can sit for ISC2 exams up to three times within a 12-month period.
- For the CISSP-CAT, CISSP, SSCP, CAP, CSSLP, ISSAP, ISSEP and ISSMP:
- If you don’t pass the exam the first time, you can retest after 30 days.
- If you don’t pass a second time, you can retest after an additional 90 days.
- If you don’t pass a third time, you can retest after 180 days from your most recent exam attempt.
What is the validity of the certification?+
3 years
Where can I find more information about this exam?+
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