SSCP Certification

SSCP accreditation provides information security personnel and their employers with international credibility. It also gives their employers a reliable measure of professional competence. As the demand for SSCP certification has more than doubled in the past year, Firebrand Training has responded with an all-inclusive, hands-on, seven-day training program tailored specifically to its knowledge requirements.
The key advantage of authorized (ISC)2 Institute Training is fundamental: The institute's goal is to provide an extensive overview of the Common Body of Knowledge (CBK), the compendium of information security practices and standards compiled and continually updated by (ISC)2 and used as the basis for the SSCP exam.
The benefits listed below are but a few of the advantages you can receive when doing business with an (ISC)2 host partner. Only authorised host partners:

• Are guaranteed to adhere to stringent technical pre-screening practices - Candidates that do not have the necessary work and education experience my be subject to decertification


• Guarantee the highest quality of education and customer satisfaction - Candidates are able to contact (ISC)2 directly for program quality assurance


• Utilise (ISC)2 Institute's instructors, trained directly by the consortium - Many SSCP instructors participated in the actual development of the SSCP CBK


• Employ the only official (ISC)2 courseware and materials The product of extensive work from SSCPs, CISSPs, (ISC)2; Instructors, and Subject Matter Experts


• Deliver the (ISC)2 vendor examinations truly on-site

(ISC)2 - SSCP Certification - Benefits
Information security professionals invest substantially in information assets, including technology, architecture and process. But how can protection of these assets be ensured? Only through the strengths of the professionals in charge.
Industry standards, ethics and certification of IS professionals and practitioners becomes critical to ensuring a higher standard for security is achieved. ISC2, as the only not-for-profit consortium charged with maintaining, administering and certifying IS professionals in the Common Body of Knowledge [CBK], is the premier resource for IS professionals worldwide.
Why Choose Firebrand Training for SSCP Certification?

• (ISC)2 instructors present the SSCP Common Body of Knowledge (CBK) Seminar


• We utilise only (ISC)2 copyrighted training material, which is unavailable to other non-partner organizations


• The SSCP examinations are delivered at our site - with (ISC)2 approval - not at 'local' testing centres that are subject to seat availability


• Our zero-distraction, accelerated delivery model provides today's network and information security professionals with a value-added option for official, accelerated training on the seven domains of the SSCP Common Body of Knowledge (CBK).

You will benefit from participating in the program should you be a

• Security administrator looking to improve your skills and employment opportunities


• Company desiring to improve your security profile and competitive edge


• Vendor wanting to enhance the marketability of your product with qualified security administrators

When you have certified personnel on staff, your company is operating at a known level of professional competency. Your risks are lowered and your liabilities decreased. Customers and investors are assured that your company can protect their investment. SSCPs have demonstrated their extensive knowledge of security administration. They have the ability to implement and maintain highly secure systems and to respond quickly to problems and violations. They reduce your risks and limit potential reputation, financial and business losses.
SSCP certification reduces training costs, as well by identifying highly qualified individuals for your security positions; people that can train and mentor your staff and improve their security awareness. A company-mandated certification program improves employee morale by creating a consistent career path that guarantees an employee's skills will remain current. It also improves your ability to attract and retain a highly competent staff. Other training providers rely heavily on lecture, self-testing and self-study.
Our approach is highly varied and interactive to keep your attention, promote teamwork, and reinforce knowledge gained through hands-on learning.
You will:
Be Immersed into a distraction-free environment - escaping your normal routine and focusing purely on learning.
Experience Accelerated Learning methods – designed to help you learn much more quickly, spend less time out of the office, and see returns from your investment straight away.
Be Measured through on-site exam testing - creating a complete feedback loop that ensures you understand the subject thoroughly.
With Firebrand Training, you will learn more.
This information has been provided as a helpful tool for candidates considering certification. Benefits of certification determined through studies do not guarantee any particular personal successes. Firebrand Training provides a guarantee of obtaining certification at the camp, but does not make any guarantees about personal successes or benefits of obtaining certification.







(ISC)2 - SSCP Certification - Curriculum
The curriculum for the SSCP seminar is under continuous review, ensuring current information relevant to the seven CBK domains below.
Access Controls
Concepts, Terms of Subjects and Objects, Implementation of Authentication Techniques
Analysis and Monitoring
Principles, Practices, Mechanisms, Audits, Systems Maintenance, Analysis of Exploits
Cryptography
Business and Security Requirements for Cryptography, Principles of Certificates and Key Management, Secure Protocols
Malicious Code
Differentiate between Viruses, Trojan Horses and Worms, Identification of Virus Activity
Differentiate between Trap Doors and Back Doors, implication of Virus Hoaxes and Myths
Networks and Telecommunications
Business and Security Requirements, Remote Access Architecture, Firewalls, Networks and Wireless
Risk, Response, and Recovery
Risk Management Process, Security Assessments, Incident Handling Analysis, Business Continuity Plan (BCP) and a Disaster Recovery Plan (DRP)
Security Operations and Administration
Change Management Concepts, System Development Life Cycle (SDLC), Security Evaluation and Assistance, Awareness Education, Code of Ethics, Security Infrastructure Evaluation, Security Policy Administration, Concepts of Certification and Accreditation Process, Implementation, Recommendation and Promotion of Security Best Practices








(ISC)2 - SSCP Certification - Exam Track
The SSCP Certification examination consists of 125 multiple-choice questions. Candidates have up to 3 hours to complete the examination. Seven SSCP information systems security test domains are covered in the examination pertaining to the Common Body of Knowledge:

• Access Controls


• Analysis and Monitoring


• Cryptography


• Malicious Code


• Networks and Telecommunications


• Risk, Response, and Recovery


• Security Operations and Administration

(ISC)2 - SSCP Certification - What's Included
The SSCP Accelerated Course encompasses the (ISC)2 SSCP CBK Review Seminar, intense hands-on instruction, tailored pre-reading materials, on-site examination delivery, meals, and accommodations. We attend to every detail so our students can focus solely on their studies and certification goals.
The SSCP CBK Review
The official (ISC)2 three-day review course provides information security practitioners, namely Network Administrators and Executive Managers, the information required to demonstrate proficiency within the SSCP domains - and ultimately pass the SSCP examination.
Authorised (ISC)2 Instructors & Courseware
Firebrand Training utilises the official (ISC)2 copyrighted training materials for the program delivery. These materials have been derived from extensive work from SSCPs, CISSPs, (ISC)2 Instructors, and Subject Matter Experts in developing material and presentation.
Accommodation & Meals
Accommodation is provided for you in a modern, en-suite bedroom - making studying comfortable and convenient. Breakfasts, lunches, dinner, fresh-brewed coffee, and ample snacks and beverages are provided throughout the day.
Examination Passing Policy
Should a student complete a Firebrand Training Program without having successfully passed all vendor examinations, the student may re-attend that program for a period of one year. Students will only be responsible for accommodation and vendor exam fees.
Onsite Exam Delivery
The SSCP examinations are delivered at our site - with (ISC)2 approval.With Firebrand, you benefit from top-quality education in an all-inclusive course package specifically designed for the needs and ease of our students. We attend to every detail so you can focus solely on your studies and certification goals.
You’ll get a robust set of course materials that cater to each of our three key individual learning styles (auditory, visual, and kinaesthetic-tactile) - critical for a successful learning experience.
And there's more. Along with daily lectures, exercises, and review sessions, you’ll also get:
Our Certification Programs include*

• Intensive Hands-on Training Utilising our (Lecture | Lab | Review)TM Delivery


• Comprehensive study materials and courseware - we adapt official curriculum to address the demands of accelerated learners


• Self-testing software and/or mock exam papers
  
• Fully instructor-led program with 24 hour lab access


• Exam vouchers


• On site testing


• Accommodation, all meals, drinks and snacks


• Our Certification Guarantee - because we're sure you'll pass first time, if don’t pass your exams, come back to the course within a year and you only pay for accommodation and exam vouchers - everything else is free

* Please note:

• Our ISC(2) Cissp CBK Review program differs from normal course delivery. For more details, speak to us on 080 80 800 888.


• Exam vouchers for our (ISC)2 certifications need to be purchased directly from (ISC)2


• On site testing is not included in our Scrum, ISACA or PMI certifications

Our instructors teach to accommodate every student's learning needs through individualised instruction, hands-on labs, lab partner and group exercises, independent study, self-testing, and question/answer drills.
Firebrand Training has dedicated, well-equipped educational facilities where you will attend instruction and labs and have access to comfortable study and lounging rooms. Our students consistently say our facilities are second-to-none.
Examination Passing Policy
Should a student complete a Firebrand Training Program without having successfully passed all vendor examinations, the student may re-attend that program for a period of one year.  Students will only be responsible for accommodations and vendor exam fees.








(ISC)2 - SSCP Certification - Prerequisites
The SSCP program is targeted at professionals with at least 1 year of experience in the information security field.We interview all applicants for the course on their technical background, degrees and certifications held, and general suitability. If you get through this screening process, it means you stand a great chance of passing.
Firebrand Training is an immersive training environment. You must be committed to the course. The above prerequisites are guidelines, but many students with less experience have other background or traits that have enabled their success in accelerated training through Firebrand Training.