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Certificate Summary

As an agency of the U.S. Department of Commerce, the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) is responsible for measurement science, standards, and technology in a way that promotes safety and collaboration for industry and government alike. NIST has a significant influence on worldwide standards and provides a framework cybersecurity professionals can use to analyze and strengthen their ability to identify, detect, and respond to cyber-attacks. In this Express Learning certificate, explore the NIST Cybersecurity Framework (CSF) as you learn to apply it to your organization, large and small, using a matrix that incorporates all of the popular technical standards.

Modules Included

This certificate includes the following modules: 1) Overview of NIST Cyber Security Framework 2) Pre-Assessment and Interoperability

Audience or Who Should Take This Certificate

Cybersecurity Management/Stakeholders/Decision Makers/Practitioners

Experience Required

Knowledge of cybersecurity concepts.

How This Certificate Works

Express Learning certificate created by industry experts are designed to quickly address a hot topic or trend in cybersecurity. This certificate serves as an overview of the NIST Cybersecurity Framework. You will be asked to read through lessons, participate in learning activities, and partake in knowledge checks designed to reinforce learning. 

All learning modules must be completed, including the course evaluation and a score of 70% or above earned on the final assessment, to receive your certificate of completion and earn 2 Group A CPE Credits towards your ISC2 credentials.

CPE Reporting

CPE credits earned for this course may be eligible for continuing professional education credits for non-ISC2 certifications. Please visit the continuing education requirements established by the credentialing organization for eligibility.

Members: Starting January 1st, 2022, CPE Credits for ISC2 credentials will be reported by Member Services on the 1st of every month. Please allow 10 business days for processing. Courses completed prior to 1/1/2022 will need to be self-reported by members and associates through the ISC2 CPE Portal accessible via www.isc2.org using your member login credentials.

For specific questions related to your CPE credits or the CPE portal please contact member support - membersupport@isc2.org