ISC2 courses

About ISC2

What is ISC2? And what does ISC2 stand for? ISC2 stands for International Information Systems Security Certification Consortium. It is the world’s leading cybersecurity and IT security professional organisation.

Previously known as (ISC)², ISC2 is an international, not for profit membership association for information security leaders. Founded in 1989, the group saw the need for standardisation and certification in the cybersecurity industry. Since then, its founders, members and partners have been shaping the information security profession. It is committed to helping its members grow, learn and thrive. With more than 168,000 certified members, it empowers professionals who touch every aspect of information security.

Is ISC2 recognised? On this question, you can rest assured that ISC2 is. All nine ISC2 cybersecurity certifications are recognised by the International Accreditation Forum (IAF) following the signing of a Multilateral Recognition Arrangement (MLA).

How can we help you make an impact in your career and advance our industry? Through our globally recognised certifications. Together with Lumify Work, they have vast networking and collaboration opportunities.

Is your course supplied by an Official ISC2 Training Provider?

And are any ISC2 training providers accredited? Lumify Work NZ (formerly Auldhouse) is one of only a few ISC2 training partners in New Zealand with campuses in Auckland, Wellington, and Christchurch. We offer official ISC2 courseware and materials.

You wouldn’t update your company’s security policies with versions that are 12-18 months out of date. By choosing an Official Training Provider, you are guaranteed the very latest in defence strategies and content that is mapped directly to the exam.

Lumify Work use official courseware developed by ISC2. All instructors are verified security experts who have undergone an intense training and authorisation process to teach ISC2 content.

By booking and sitting an ISC2 course with Lumify Work, you also get to access resources that maximise your cybersecurity upskilling. These include our new Online Learning Platform - Lumify Plus - with materials and student communities that help you extend your knowledge and expand your network. You can also access our Cyber Security course bundles.

What are ISC2 Certification Paths?

No matter where you are in your cybersecurity career, ISC2 certifications can help you achieve your professional goals.

You may know ISC2 for our acclaimed CISSP certification, but that’s just the beginning. We offer everything you need for enterprise cybersecurity certification and training. Organisations all over the world rely on us to certify, train and educate a diverse and changing workforce. Explore the ISC2 certifications that support your company goals.

Certified in Cybersecurity℠ - Start Your Career with Certified in Cybersecurity
This proves to employers that you have the foundational knowledge, skills and abilities necessary for an entry or junior-level cybersecurity role, as well as comprehension of best practices, policies and procedures.

CISSP - Cybersecurity Leadership and Operations
This recognises information security leaders who understand cybersecurity strategy and hands-on implementation. Proves professionals have the knowledge and experience to design, develop and manage an organisation’s overall security posture. When people ask "What is the hardest ISC2 certification?" CISSP often makes it to the top of the list. This certification requires a minimum of five years experience in information security as well as passing a comprehensive exam.

CISSP Advanced Specialties
These build upon the CISSP with additional recognition for one’s expertise in cybersecurity architecture, engineering or management.

SSCP - Security Administration and Operations
Shows professionals have the technical skills to implement, monitor and administer IT/ICT infrastructure using information security policies and procedures.

CCSP - Cloud Security Expertise
This shows professionals have the advanced technical skills and knowledge to design, manage and secure data, applications and infrastructure in the cloud.

CSSLP - Secure Software Development
This recognises leading application security skills. Shows ability to incorporate security practices — authentication, authorisation and auditing — into each phase of the software development lifecycle.

HCISPP - Securing Patient Data and Critical Systems
This proves ability to successfully implement, manage or assess security and privacy controls for healthcare and patient information.

Certifying Your Team

Lumify Work and ISC2 work together to help government agencies, businesses, healthcare providers, educational institutions and organisations in Australia, New Zealand, and the Philippines ensure their cybersecurity teams have the validated expertise to lead, manage and implement their security programs.

Our portfolio of leading qualifications directly aligns with cybersecurity professionals’ career growth, ranging from operational, hands-on security administration to management and leadership to specialised roles.

Industry-Leading Cybersecurity Certifications for All Levels of Your Organisation

Risk management demands a company culture fully entrenched in security. Anyone who touches administrative functions in your systems or sensitive data must validate their cybersecurity expertise. Leverage our portfolio of industry-leading cybersecurity certifications to cover a wide range of experience and skill levels. Consider these advantages:

• Required or Preferred by the Most Security-Conscious Organisations ISC2 certifications are listed on most job boards for security positions. Seven of our certifications are listed on the U.S. DoD 8140.01/8570.01.

• ANSI Accreditation ISC2 was the first information security certification body to achieve ANSI/ISO/IEC 17024 for the CISSP certification and has received the required annual re-accreditation from ANSI for all ISC2 certifications.

• Validate Knowledge and Experience Becoming certified entails more than just passing an exam. Candidates must meet an experience requirement and be endorsed by an ISC2 member, confirming their professional experience.

• Cover Current, Global Topics ISC2 certifications are industry-focused and industry-driven. To ensure continued relevance, we update each certification every 3 years by conducting a job task analysis (JTA).

• Continuing Professional Education ISC2-certified members never stop growing. To maintain certification, they must accrue continuing professional education (CPE) credits annually.

• ACE CREDIT Connects workplace learning with colleges and universities by helping adults gain access to academic credit at colleges and universities for formal courses and examinations taken in the workplace or other settings outside traditional higher education.

Benefits of ISC2 Certification

With ISC2 certification, you and your team join a globally recognised family of cyber and IT security professionals.

Benefits for Cybersecurity Professionals

1. Access a broad array of exclusive resources, educational tools and peer-to-peer networking opportunities, conference and event discounts.

2. Strengthen your career while helping us accomplish our mission of inspiring a safe and secure cyber world.

3. Earn tested and verifiable proof of proficiency in your field.
   

Top Five Benefits for Customer Organisations

Every organisation has unique certification and training needs, and cookie-cutter solutions fall short of meeting them. That’s why ISC2's offerings can be tailored to your budget, schedule and cybersecurity requirements. Count on our team of account executives to recommend solutions that validate expertise, keep cybersecurity skills sharp and prove credibility to partners and clients. Our experts work to create experts within your team so you can:

1. Protect against threats in an increasingly complex cyber world.

2. Ensure staff stays current on emerging threats, technologies, regulations, standards and practices.

3. Support professional development and employee retention.

4. Ensure employees use a universal language, avoiding ambiguity with industry-accepted terms and practices.

5. Promote a culture of information security innovation with well-trained and well-educated staff to achieve long-term organisational viability and profitability.