The Best Ways to Prepare for Your Upcoming CISSP Exam

Not only does “chance favor the prepared mind” — the CISSP Exam does too! So make sure that you've prepared yourself well for your upcoming CISSP exam. The International Information Systems Security Certification Consortium, Inc. (ISC)2, expects you to have mastered a broad range of topics, from Network Security to Systems Development to Cryptography to Physical Security. Your task may seem a bit overwhelming, but take things one step at a time and be sure to heed the following tips for CISSP Exam success:



  • Register NOW! Go online and register for the CISSP exam NOW! Committing yourself to a test date is the best cure for procrastination, especially because the test costs $549 (U.S.) . . . and an additional $100 (U.S.) if you have to change your exam date! Setting your date can help you plan and focus your study efforts.



  • Make a 60-Day Study Plan. After you register for the CISSP exam, commit yourself to a 60-day study plan. Of course, your work experience and professional reading should span a much greater period, but for your final preparations leading up to the CISSP exam, plan on a 60-day period of intense study.



  • Get Organized and READ! A wealth of security information is available for the CISSP candidate. However, studying everything is impractical. Instead, get organized, determine your strengths and weaknesses, and then READ! Begin by downloading the free, official CISSP Candidate Information Bulletin from the (ISC)2 Web site.



  • Join a Study Group. Joining a study group or creating your own can help you stay focused and provide a wealth of information from the broad perspectives and experiences of other security professionals. You can find a study group, discussion forums, and many other helpful resources at CCCure.org. Also, your local chapter of the Information Systems Security Association (ISSA) may be sponsoring CISSP study groups. You can find their contact information at the ISSA Web site.



  • Practice Filling In Circles. The CISSP certification exam is unique in many regards. One obvious difference from other certification exams is that it isn’t computer-based and filling in those little answer circles takes some effort. It’s probably been a long time since you’ve taken a paper-based exam with pesky little answer circles (such as the SAT in high school). You want to be sure that you can fill in the circles neatly and completely so that they’re properly scored. Also, get an idea of how long it takes to fill in the circles and how badly your hand cramps!











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