SSCP: Systems Security Certified Practitioner FAQ
The SSCP: Systems Security Certified Practitioner exam demonstrates your advanced technical skills and knowledge to implement, monitor and administer IT infrastructure using security best practices, policies and procedures established by the cybersecurity experts at (ISC)².
Having utmost clarity about the exam details is essential to pass the exam. Therefore, we provide you the frequently asked questions for SSCP exam-
What is Systems Security Certified Practitioner Exam?
The Systems Security Certified Practitioner (SSCP) certification exam is designed for individuals with proven practical and technical proficiency, as well as hands-on security experience acquired through operational IT positions. This exam assesses candidates’ abilities to carry out, manage, and oversee IT infrastructure in alignment with information security policies and procedures. Additionally, the SSCP certification exam aims to enhance cybersecurity knowledge, particularly for individuals in operational IT roles or those building a groundwork in information security.
Who should take this exam?
For candidates preparing for the Systems Security Certified Practitioner Certification Exam candidate must have –
- Minimum of one year of cumulative work experience
- One or more of the seven domains of the SSCP Common Body of Knowledge (CBK)
What are the prerequisites for this exam?
To be eligible for this cybersecurity certification, you need to successfully complete the exam and possess a minimum of one year of combined work experience in any of the seven domains outlined in the ISC2 SSCP Common Body of Knowledge (CBK).
How many questions does the SSCP exam comprise of?
The candidate will come across 150 questions in the SSCP exam.
What is the Time Duration for the exam?
The SSCP exam has to be completed in 4 hours.
What are the type of questions that this exam covers
The exam covers multiple choice questions and multi response questions.
In how many languages is the exam available?
The SSCP Exam is available in English, Chinese, German, Japanese, Korean and Spanish
What is the minimum age to take the Systems Security Certified Practitioner exam?
The candidate must be 16 years and above to take the Systems Security Certified Practitioner (SSCP) exam.
How to get the exam score for my Systems Security Certified Practitioner (SSCP) exam?
No score is provided for candidates who passed the Systems Security Certified Practitioner (SSCP) exam. For candidates who failed the exam a domain-wise breakdown of proficiency level is shared.
When are the exam results shared for the Systems Security Certified Practitioner (SSCP) exam with the candidate?
The unofficial examination results are shared with the candidate before leaving the exam center.
What is the exam retake fees for the Systems Security Certified Practitioner (SSCP) Exam?
Candidates are required to pay the full examination fees for retaking the Systems Security Certified Practitioner (SSCP) Exam.
Can we give the Systems Security Certified Practitioner (SSCP) Exam online?
The Systems Security Certified Practitioner (SSCP) Exam has to be given at the exam center. It is a computer based exam with 150 questions to be answered in 4 hours. Candidates cannot skip the questions or revisit the question fore reviewing.
How to claim the digital badge after passing the exam?
The candidate will be sent an email within 2 weeks after passing the exam for inviting to claim the badge on Credly.
How to reschedule or cancel the SSCP Exam?
Steps to reschedule or cancel the SCCP Exam –
- If you are an existing ISC2 Member or ISC2 Candidate, please log in to your account.
- For those without an ISC2 account, it is necessary to create your account.
- Then, complete the ISC2 Exam Account Information form, ensuring that the details match your identification (ID) exactly, as presented at the test center. Please note, in case of failure to provide an exact match may lead to inability to take the test, with no reimbursement for fees paid.
- After the form submission, you will be directed to the Pearson VUE website. On the top section of the Pearson VUE site, find the option to “View an upcoming test center appointment.” By clicking on the displayed exam, you can use the provided links to either cancel or reschedule your existing exam.