CHAPTER 1

Security Fundamentals

In this chapter, you will learn about

•  Requirements to earn the (ISC)2 Systems Security Certified Practitioner (SSCP) certification

•  Primary goals of security related to confidentiality, integrity, and availability (CIA)

•  Fundamental security terminology

Reviewing the Requirements for SSCP

The Systems Security Certified Practitioner (SSCP) certification is one of the certifications sponsored by the International Information Systems Security Certification Consortium, Inc., more commonly known as (ISC)2.

You must complete the following requirements to earn the certification:

•  Have at least one year of cumulative work experience in one or more of the (ISC)2 SSCP domains

•  Register for the exam

•  Pass ...

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