ISC2

International Information System Security Certification Consortium
Founded1989
TypeNon-profit
FocusCybersecurity, Information Security, Software Security, Infrastructure Security
Location
Area served
Worldwide
ServicesProfessional Certifications
Members
600,000+ (2024)[1]
Clar Rosso
Websitehttps://www.isc2.org

The International Information System Security Certification Consortium, or ISC2, is a non-profit organization which specializes in training and certifications for cybersecurity professionals.[2][3] It has been described as the "world's largest IT security organization".[4] The most widely known certification offered by ISC2 is the Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) certification.[5][6]

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  4. ^ Kerner, Sean Michael (2012-09-14). "(ISC)2: Execs Must Buy Into IT Security". eSecurity Planet. Archived from the original on 2017-12-10. Retrieved 2024-05-16.
  5. ^ "(ISC)2 releases government program for conference in Philly alongside ASIS". Government Security News. 2012-08-03. Archived from the original on 2013-05-21. Retrieved 2024-05-16.
  6. ^ Parizo, Eric (2011-09-22). "(ISC)2 at a crossroads: CISSP value vs. security industry growth". SearchSecurity. Archived from the original on 2021-04-22. Retrieved 2024-05-16.