HOW TO PREPARE FOR CCISO

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 CCISO Certification

The CCISO stands for the Certified chief information security officer. It is a high
level of certification that is hosted by the EC-Council. CCISO certification aims to
produce top-class information security executives for the industry. The exam content
and course outline are developed by the high-level information security professionals
and subject matter experts of the EC-Council. The certification focuses on technical
knowledge and the application of information security management principles from
an executive management point of view.

In this section, we have thoroughly explained how to prepare for the CCISO exam
 and become an aspiring chief information security officer. But before moving ahead,
let us understand the job profile and responsibilities of a chief information security
officer.

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Job profile and responsibilities of CISO

The chief information security officer is a C-level position. They form a part of management in an
organization.  CISO manages the organization’s security posture and ensures that all critical information assets
and IT environments are protected from possible cyber threats. To become a successful chief information
security officer requires strong leadership, communication skills, and a thorough understanding of the IT
infrastructure.

Following are the responsibilities of a CISO:

• Working with the executives and security teams to strengthen the security posture of the organization.
• Hiring security professionals.
• Ensures the coordination among multiple departments to maintain cyber hygiene.
• Organizing campaigns to raise awareness among employees about possible cyber attacks.
• Planning the security budget of the organization.
• Ensuring all the software and security tools are updated.
• Handling security incidents and making post-recovery plans.
• Ensuring the safety of IOTs, managing enterprise risks, and establishing security analytics.

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 CCISO Exam information

• There are 150 multiple-choice questions (MCQs) on the CCISO exam. The time duration
for the exam is two and a half hours.
• The passing score may vary from 60% to 80%, depending on the difficulty level of
questions asked in the examination.

Domains covered in CCISO certification

The CCISO certification covers these five domains. The percentage weight age of the domains
in the examination is given in the brackets.

• Governance and risk management

• Information security controls, compliance, and audit management
• Security program management & operations
• Information security core competencies
• Strategic planning, Finance, Procurement and vendor management

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Reasons to choose CCISO certification

• Accredited by ANSI
The CCISO certification program hosted by EC-Council is recognized by the American National Standards
Institute (ANSI).

• Developed and by the SMEs

The CCISO executive board consists of security experts from prestigious universities, tech giants, and counseling
firms who have shared their expertise and valuable information in outlining the content of this program to
address the absence of administration in the Information security domain.

• Emphasizes on C-Level Management

The CCISO program focuses on its five domains, ensuring that their goals line up with those of the NCWF and
fulfill the needs of organizations and associations around the globe.

• Combines Technical Knowledge, Executive Management, and Financial Management

CCISO focuses on providing technical expertise as well as executive management and financial management
approach.

• Perceives the Significance of Real-World Experience

A chief information security officer must have prior knowledge to understand what to expect in this field.  The
CCISO Certification helps aspirants in getting a holistic view of it. The CCISO training program has multiple
real-like scenarios faced by chief information security officers worldwide. The certification teaches them how to
build up a business progression plan for an organization.

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 Preparation guide for the CCISO examination

The CCISO exam requires a comprehensive methodological approach. The questions demand extensive
thoughts and evaluation. Candidates can prepare for the CCISO exam in the following steps:

Understand the examination

The first step is to understand the CCISO examination. Plenty of resources is available on the EC-Council’s
website, such as blogs and FAQ’s and exam breakdown. It is essential to understand the approach required to
solve the problems asked in the examination. The CCISO exam tests candidates’ abilities with different
learning levels.

There are three levels tested in the examination.

Level 1- knowledge: In this level candidate’s ability to memorize facts is tested. The questions are based on
the basic definitions, standards, and concrete facts.

Level 2- Application: Level 2 tests the candidate’s ability to understand the application of the given
concepts.

Level 3- analysis: Level 3 tests a candidate’s ability to analyze and resolve problems using the given
variables and context.

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 Final words
CCISO certification is one of the most reputed training programs in the industry. It
combines all the necessary components that are required to secure a c-level executive
position in an organization. The certification emphasizes on delivering a high-level
understanding of the technical knowledge and teaches how to implement this
knowledge in the field. CCISO certification helps candidates in moving from mid-
management level to the higher roles of information security management.

Earn your CCISO certification with Infosec Train

Infosec Train is a leading IT security training providers across the globe. Seek the
assistance of our highly-skilled and certified trainers to tackle the CCISO examination.
The trainers at Infosec Train follow a comprehensive teaching methodology to equip
candidates with the required technical knowledge and strong leadership skills.

Join our CCISO training program to secure yourself a promising career as a chief

information security officer.

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