ISC2 Certified Cloud Security Professional® (CCSP®)

Outdated approaches to the cloud could be opening your organisation to dangerous cyber criminals. Businesses around the world need experienced professionals with advanced skills in cloud security – prove your knowledge with the industry's top cloud security certification.

With ISC2 CCSP®, you will develop the cloud security skills you need to manage cloud environments and purchased services and also attest your expertise at a global level.

At Firebrand, we are proud to be an official ISC2 Preferred Plus Training Partner. By studying with us, you'll gain access to the latest curriculum, learn from certified instructors, and take the official CCSP® exam at the Firebrand Training Centre after your course, covered by our Certification Guarantee.

On this course, you will delve into:

• Cloud architecture, and design for data security
• Security for cloud-based applications
• Security operations in the cloud
• Legal, risk, and compliance
  
  

Residential or Online CCSP® certification

Firebrand offers both a classroom-based and CCSP® online course, including everything you need to get certified:

• Official courseware, labs and practice exams
• Expert training from authorised ISC2 instructors
• CCSP® certification exam
• Accommodation, meals and snacks (for residential courses)

Both are delivered through our tried and tested Lecture | Lab | Review method that helps you learn faster and more easily.

This course is designed for:

• Cloud Architects, Engineers, and Consultants who design, build, or advise clients on multi-cloud, hybrid, or native cloud architecture (such as AWS, Microsoft Azure, or Google Cloud) and need a vendor-neutral governance and security framework
• Cybersecurity Analysts and Managers transitioning from traditional on-premise infrastructure into cloud-heavy roles, or those overseeing enterprise cloud security posture, detection, and incident response
• IT and Information Security Administrators responsible for day-to-day security operations, identity management, and hardening cloud-based applications or infrastructure
• Auditors, Compliance, and GRC Professionals who review cloud service providers, evaluate SOC reports, or verify adherence to legal and regulatory compliance frameworks
• Individuals who already hold an active ISC2 CISSP® credential—which completely waives the CCSP® experience requirement—and want a natural, high-value cloud-specific specialization.

You'll become an expert across the 6 CCSP® domains:

1. Cloud Concepts, Architecture and Design (17%)
2. Cloud Data Security (20%)
3. Cloud Platform & Infrastructure Security (17%)
4. Cloud Application Security (17%)
5. Cloud Security Operations (16%)
6. Legal, Risk and Compliance (13%)

At the end of this course, you'll sit the official ISC2 CCSP® exam at the Firebrand Training Centre, covered by the Firebrand Certification Guarantee. If you take the course online, you can sit the exam at any Pearson VUE Authorized Test Center, also covered by our Certification Guarantee:

ISC2 CCSP®: Certified Cloud Security Professional® exam

• Length of exam: 3 hours
• Number of questions: 125
• Format: Multiple-choice
• Passing grade: 700 out of 1000 points
• Language: English

The CCSP exam tests skills in six domains, drawn from a range of cloud security topics found within the ISC2 CCSP Common Body of Knowledge (CBK):

1. Domain 1: Cloud Concepts, Architecture, and Design - 17%
2. Domain 2: Cloud Data Security - 20%
3. Domain 3: Cloud Platform and Infrastructure Security - 17%
4. Domain 4: Cloud Application Security - 17%
5. Domain 5: Cloud Security Operations - 16%
6. Domain 6: Legal, Risk, and Compliance - 13%

Achieve your certification with Firebrand and you’ll get access to resources only available to authorised ISC2 training providers:

• Authorised ISC2 instructors vetted and trained by ISC2
• Official and up-to-date courseware
• Official Practice Exam and personal exam-readiness evaluation
• Onsite exam delivery

CPE credits can be earned by attending this 6-day CCSP course. ISC2 recognises a maximum of 40 CPEs for an existing ISC2 certification holder.

Before you attend this course, it's highly recommended that you have a minimum of five years of full-time work experience in information technology, including three years' work experience in IT security and one year in cloud computing.

You should also be able to demonstrate knowledge in one or more of the six CBK domains:

• Domain 1: Cloud Concepts, Architecture, and Design
• Domain 2: Cloud Data Security
• Domain 3: Cloud Platform and Infrastructure Security
• Domain 4: Cloud Application Security
• Domain 5: Cloud Security Operations
• Domain 6: Legal, Risk, and Compliance

Please note: You can substitute:

• ISC2’s CISSP® certification for the entire CCSP® experience prerequisites.
• CSA’s CCSK™ certification for one year of experience in cloud computing.

If you don't have any of the experience above, you can take and pass the exam to earn an Associate of ISC2 designation, which means you’ll have up to six years to earn your required work experience for the CCSP®.

Should I take CCSP® or AWS Certified Solutions Architect Associate?

CCSP® focuses on Cloud Security principles, including Risk Management, legal issues, compliance, and architecture. Achieving this certification requires a minimum of five years of IT experience, with three years in information security, and one year in one or more of the six CCSP® domains. CCSP® is ideal for IT professionals looking to specialize in Cloud Security.

In contrast, Amazon AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Associate focuses on designing distributed systems on the AWS platform, covering AWS services, architecture best practices, and cost management. It’s suitable for those looking to work specifically with AWS and in roles such as Solutions Architect, Cloud Engineer, or DevOps Engineer. There are no formal prerequisites to take this course except for familiarity with AWS and some hands-on experience.

Ultimately, the choice depends on your experience and career goals.