(ISC)2® Certification Testing
The International Information Systems Security Certification Consortium, Inc., (ISC)2®, is the global, not-for-profit leader in educating and certifying information security professionals. Universally recognized as the Gold Standard in information security certifications, our credentials are essential to both individuals and employers for the safety and protection of information assets and infrastructures.
Our Mission
We make society safer by improving productivity, efficiency and resilience of information-dependent economies through information security education and certification.
The (ISC)2 CBK®
(ISC)2 develops and maintains the (ISC)2 CBK, a compendium of information security topics. The CBK is a critical body of knowledge that defines global industry standards, serving as a common framework of terms and principles that our credentials are based upon and allows professionals worldwide to discuss, debate, and resolve matters pertaining to the field.
Overview of the CSSLP
Each software lifecycle (SLC) stakeholder is responsible for certain phase(s) of the SLC, but all phases must have security built into them. CSSLP is for all the stakeholders involved in the process. Each of the 7 Domains of the CSSLP covers how to build security into the different phases. CSSLP is for everyone involved in the Software Lifecycle with at least 4 years experience.
Why should I obtain the CSSLP?
There are no safeguards that the software we all depend upon is secure. A growing number of global organizations and experts believe the enterprise is at great risk because the applications sitting on a user’s laptop can be entry points for a potentially devastating hack or worm. The Gartner Group estimates that over 70% of security vulnerabilities exist at the application layer.
CSSLP Certification Process
To be issued a certificate, a candidate must:
- Pass the CSSLP examination
- Submit a properly completed and executed Endorsement Form (pdf)
- Successfully pass an audit of their assertions regarding professional experience, if the candidate is selected for audit.
Scheduling
Appointments may be made in advance or on the day you wish to test, subject to availability. Pearson VUE offers a variety of scheduling options—
NDA Agreement
You will be required to agree to the NDA Agreement 
(76 KB pdf) that will be presented at the beginning of your exam. Failure to read/accept the agreement within the allotted 5 minutes will result in your exam ending and a forfeit of your exam fees. Please take a moment to review the agreement now so that you are familiar with it when you sit for your exam.
