ISC2
Education & Academia abbreviation · Professional Certification
| Stands for | International Information System Security Certification Consortium |
|---|---|
| Categories | Education & Academia |
ISC2 stands for International Information System Security Certification Consortium, a professional certification abbreviation.
Nonprofit cybersecurity professional organization, founded in 1989, that issues the CISSP, SSCP, CCSP and other security certifications. It was long styled (ISC)² before simplifying its brand to ISC2 in 2023.
Example: Free entry-level training from ISC2 helped him earn the Certified in Cybersecurity credential.
Usage notes
ISC2 members must follow its code of ethics and earn continuing professional education credits. The organization also offers an entry-level Certified in Cybersecurity (CC) credential. Its headquarters is in Alexandria, Virginia.
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