Module 1: Security operations and administration
- Understand core security concepts and principles
- Align asset management with risk management practices
- Identify risks, threats, and vulnerabilities
- Apply appropriate risk treatment strategies
Module 2: Access controls
- Implement access control models and mechanisms
- Manage identity lifecycle processes
- Apply authentication and authorisation techniques
- Enforce security policies and controls
Module 3: Risk identification, monitoring and analysis
- Identify and assess risks across IT environments
- Monitor systems for vulnerabilities and threats
- Apply risk analysis methodologies
- Support ongoing risk management processes
Module 4: Incident response and recovery
- Detect and respond to security incidents
- Implement incident response plans and procedures
- Support forensic investigations
- Apply data loss prevention strategies
Module 5: Cryptography
- Apply fundamental cryptographic concepts
- Implement symmetric and asymmetric encryption
- Manage keys and certificates
- Secure communications using cryptographic protocols
Module 6: Network and communications security
- Understand OSI model layers and associated threats
- Secure network protocols and services
- Implement network defence strategies
- Apply best practices for secure network design
Module 7: Systems and application security
- Secure software, applications, and endpoints
- Identify and mitigate malware threats
- Manage mobile device and virtual environment security
- Implement controls for data protection
Module 8: Integrated security operations
- Apply cloud and wireless security practices
- Support business continuity and disaster recovery planning
- Implement change management and operational controls
- Develop security awareness and training initiatives
Hands-on learning
This course emphasises practical, real-world application through interactive and scenario-based learning.
- Structured learning activities focused on operational security tasks
- Applied scenarios reflecting real-world security challenges
- Hands-on exercises across all SSCP domains
- Case studies exploring incident response, risk, and system security
- Expert-led walkthroughs of operational security implementations
- Peer discussions to explore different approaches to security challenges
This hands-on approach ensures learners can immediately apply knowledge within operational IT and security environments.
Exams and assessments
This course includes a comprehensive range of assessments designed to reinforce learning and prepare learners for the SSCP certification exam.
- Official ISC2 SSCP exam voucher included, aligned to seven domains of the Common Body of Knowledge
- Exam duration of three hours
- Total of 125 multiple-choice questions
- Passing score set at 700 out of 1000
Learners will leave the course with a clear understanding of their strengths and areas for further study, ensuring a focused and effective approach to certification.
What's included
- Expert instruction delivered by an authorised official ISC2 instructor
- Official ISC2 student training guide
- Content-specific learning activities and applied scenarios
- Hands-on activities including six case studies
- End-of-chapter quizzes with detailed explanations
