Certified in Cybersecurity (CC) by ISC2

The digital world is expanding rapidly, and with it, the need for skilled cybersecurity professionals has never been greater. To help close the workforce gap, ISC2 the world’s leading cybersecurity professional organization has introduced the Certified in Cybersecurity (CC) entry-level certification. This program is designed to open doors for a diverse range of candidates, including recent graduates, career changers, and IT professionals seeking to start or advance their careers in cybersecurity.

 

What ss the Certified in Cybersecurity (CC) self-paced e-learning?

The Certified in Cybersecurity (CC) training from ISC2, which is typically offered as instructor-led training (ILT), is also available as a flexible, self-paced e-learning program.

 

This self-study format is designed for individuals to learn at their own pace, on their own schedule, and from any location. The course provides comprehensive coverage of foundational cybersecurity concepts. No prior experience or prerequisites are required. Upon completion, learners are well-prepared to sit for the CC exam and take their first step into the cybersecurity field.

 

Key features of the self-paced e-learning within 1MCC include:

• Interactive online modules covering all five core domains of the CC exam

1. Security Principles
2. Business Continuity, Disaster Recovery, and Incident Response Concepts
3. Access Controls Concepts
4. Network Security
5. Security Operations

• End-of-chapter quizzes and study sheets to reinforce learning
• Online flash cards for effective revision
• Pre- and post-course assessments to track progress
• Access to digital resources and practice materials
• An exam voucher for the CC certification test. CC (Certified in Cybersecurity) exams are delivered through Pearson VUE testing centers worldwide https://www.isc2.org/Register-for-Exam

 

Who is the training for?

The CC training is designed for a wide audience:

• IT professionals looking to transition into cybersecurity
• Career changers from non-IT backgrounds
• College and advanced high school students
• Recent graduates seeking their first cybersecurity role

Th-No prior experience or prerequisites are required, making it accessible to anyone interested in starting a cybersecurity career.

 

Course overview

The Certified in Cybersecurity (CC) self-paced training is designed for entry-level professionals, students, and career changers. It provides foundational knowledge required for the CC certification exam.

• Format: Online, self-paced
• Access Duration: 180 days
• Prerequisites: None

 

Course structure & modules

The curriculum aligns with the official CC exam domains:

 

Domain 1: Security Principles

• Confidentiality, Integrity, Availability (CIA Triad)
• Authentication methods, MFA, Non-repudiation, Privacy
• Risk management: identification, assessment, treatment
• Security controls: technical, administrative, physical
• ISC2 Code of Ethics
• Governance: policies, procedures, standards, regulations, laws

 

Domain 2: Business Continuity (BC), Disaster Recovery (DR) & Incident Response

• Purpose and components of BC and DR plans
• Incident response lifecycle and best practices

 

Domain 3: Access Control Concepts

• Physical access controls: CCTV, badge systems, guards
• Logical access controls: least privilege, RBAC, DAC, MAC
• Segregation of duties and authorization principles

 

Domain 4: Network Security

• Networking basics: OSI/TCP-IP models, IPv4/IPv6
• Common protocols and secure counterparts
• Threats and attacks: DDoS, MITM, malware types
• Security tools: IDS/IPS, firewalls, antivirus
• Secure network design: segmentation, VPNs, NAC

 

Domain 5: Security Operations

• Logging and monitoring
• Data handling and encryption basics
• Configuration management
• Incident detection and response processes