Security certification choices

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By Amy Schurr 
Network World Careers Newsletter, 06/26/02 

Numerous studies point to security as being a hot technology. If 
you're interested in honing or validating your security skills, there 
are several different certifications to take advantage of. 

To help you zero in on a program, here's a quick overview of some of 
the options to consider. Check out the various links to find a 
certification that best meets your needs. 


* Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert (CCIE) Security and Cisco 
  Security Specialist 1

Cisco added a security component to its highest certification, the 
CCIE, which covers IP, IP routing, and specific security components. 
Meanwhile, the Cisco Security Specialist 1 requires a Cisco Certified 
Network Associate designation and proficiency with Cisco’s firewalls, 
intrusion detection systems and VPNs. For more information on CCIE 
Security, go to 
http://www.cisco.com/warp/public/625/ccie/certifications/security.html 

For the specialist designation, check out 
http://www.cisco.com/warp/public/10/wwtraining/certprog/cqs/security/


* (ICS)2 Certified Information Security Specialist (CISSP) and Systems 
  Security Certified Practitioner (SSCP)

(ICS)2's rigorous vendor-neutral program is known as a mark of 
excellence in the industry. The CISSP is targeted at executives, while 
the SSCP is appropriate for security specialists in the field. Check 
out the complete details at http://www.isc2.org/


* Information Systems Audit and Control Association (ISAC) Certified 
  Information Systems Auditor (CISA)

This certification is designed for IS audit, control and security 
professionals. It generally requires a minimum of five years of 
professional experience. Go to http://www.isaca.org/cert1.htm for the 
scoop.


* ProSoft Training's Certified Internet Webmaster (CIW) Security 
  Analyst

This program recognizes those who can implement security policy, 
identify security threats, and develop countermeasures using firewalls 
and attack-recognition technologies. In order to qualify, you must 
hold one of several certifications from Cisco, Microsoft or Novell and 
pass the CIW Security Professional exam. For more details, go to 
http://www.ciwcertified.com/


* SANS Global Information Assurance Certification (GIAC) program

Widely respected in the field, GIAC offers nine security 
certifications that range from entry-level skills to advanced 
technical specialties such as intrusion detection and forensics. For 
more information, go to http://www.giac.org/program.php 


* The Security Certified Program (SCP)

This includes two levels of certifications, the Security Certified 
Network Professional (SCNP) and Security Certified Network Architect 
(SCNA). The focus of SCNP is on defense, using technologies such as 
firewalls, intrusion detection and VPNs. SCNA looks at trusted 
communication and emerging security technologies like public-key 
infrastructure, biometrics, and smart cards. For more information, go 
to http://www.securitycertified.net/



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