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January Meeting

Certification Resources


We've had a number of members express an interest in collaborating in the effort to attain industry certifications such as the Certified Information System Security Professional (CISSP).  This page shall serve as a central resource area for the sharing of information and resources that members have used in passing their exams. 

Websites


A general study resource for the CISSP, CISA, and others.  Free for registered users.
http://www.cccure.org/
 
Free CISSP Training at SearchSecurity.com.  Lessons on each of the 10 domains.

The free practice exam site from cccure.org.
http://www.freepracticetests.org/quiz/home.php

Books

Official (ISC)2 Guide to the CISSP CBK This is the guide put out by the body that oversees the CISSP examination - a must have.
The CISSP Prep Guide Gold Edition, Ronald L. Krutz and Russel Dean Vines, Wiley Press
CISSP Certified Information Systems Security Professional Study Guide, Ed Tittel, James Michael Stewart, and Mike Chapple
 
Make sure you make use of the practice tests on the CDs included with many of these books.  These are invaluable in getting you ready for the actual exam.

More recommendations coming soon ...

Training Classes

More information coming soon ...

Don't neglect the value of study groups.  Getting together with others who are studying the same material can be extremely helpful, and provides insight into alternate points of view.
 



 

(Note: The New Hampshire ISSA is in no way affiliated with these sites, and unless otherwise specified, their inclusion here is not an official endorsement.)