In an effort to introduce more talent into the cybersecurity workforce, make cybersecurity a more accessible, inclusive and diverse profession, and close the cybersecurity skills gap, (ISC)² will pilot a new entry-level cybersecurity certification exam as part of its portfolio of industry qualifications.

The entry-level certification will provide students, new entrants and career changers with clear and attainable professional development and career pathways from day one. In addition, it will give employers the confidence that new entrants into the sector have a solid grasp of the right technical, ethical and operational practices on which to build and learn.

As a foundational certification, it will play a role in helping employers, educators, and governments close the cybersecurity workforce shortage by narrowing the gap between entering the workforce and verifying and advancing skills through independent and globally recognized industry qualifications. 

The pilot program for the new qualification will follow the conclusion of the Job Task Analysis (JTA) survey of cybersecurity practitioners, which is open through October 20, 2021. The findings from this survey will inform the development of the (ISC)² entry-level certification examination, validating the necessary fundamental skills and abilities cybersecurity practitioners deem necessary for those at the earlier stages of their cybersecurity career journey.

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For more information on the pilot program or to provide input into the development process, please visit: https://www.isc2.org/New-Cert

Note: The JTA survey is open to all cybersecurity professionals; it is not exclusive to (ISC)² members. Everyone is urged to participate. Please share this link with your friends and colleagues. We thank you for your participation.