Top ISC2 courses for 2025

With over 675,000 members worldwide, ISC2 is the world's leading membership association for Cyber Security professionals. At Firebrand, we are proud to be an Official ISC2 Training Premier Partner for 2025 in recognition of our commitment to delivering world-class training, certification, and professional development opportunities for Cybersecurity professionals.

Which ISC2 certifications should you attempt?

Let's take a look at our top 5 ISC2 courses for 2025.

1. CISSP® — Certified Information Systems Security Professional®

Soon to enter its 31st year, CISSP® is a gold-standard Cybersecurity certification for implementing and managing enterprise security programmes.

CISSP® is aimed at Security Consultants, Analysts, Managers, Auditors, Architects and those aiming to achieve Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) roles.

This comprehensive course covers the eight domains of the CISSP Common Body of Knowledge® (CBK®):

• Security and Risk Management
• Asset Security
• Security Architecture and Engineering
• Communication and Network Security
• Identity and Access Management (IAM)
• Security Assessment and Testing
• Security Operations
• Software Development Security

Read the full spec.

2. CCSP® — Certified Cloud Security Professional®

Focusing on cloud, ISC2 CCSP® is designed for IT and Cybersecurity professionals who are responsible for securing cloud-based applications and infrastructure.

CCSP® covers a range of Cloud Security topics, from Cloud Architecture and Design to compliance and legal considerations:

• Cloud Concepts, Architecture and Design
• Cloud Data Security
• Cloud Platform & Infrastructure Security
• Cloud Application Security
• Cloud Security Operations
• Legal, Risk and Compliance

At Firebrand, this comprehensive course takes only 6 days. Find out more.

3. CSSLP® — Certified Secure Software Lifecycle Professional®

Next up is CSSLP®, which has experienced increased interest since the last quarter. This certification is designed for professionals who are responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining secure software systems.

Software professionals such as Developers, Engineers, Architects, Testers, as well as Project Managers and Business Analysts with exposure to these processes would greatly benefit from this course.

The CSSLP® course covers 8 CBK® Domains:

• Secure Software Concepts
• Secure Software Requirements
• Secure Software Architecture and Design
• Secure Software Implementation
• Secure Software Testing
• Secure Software Lifecycle Management
• Secure Software Deployment, Operations, Maintenance
• Secure Software Supply Chain

Find out more.

4. CGRC® — Certified in Governance, Risk and Compliance®

Given recent advancements, in 2025 the issue of compliance remains at the top of many company's agendas. Achieving the ISC2 CGRC® attests that you have the knowledge, skills, and experience to manage risk and authorise and maintain information systems across various frameworks.

The course is comprised of the 7 CGRC® CBK Domains:

• Information Security Risk Management Program
• Scope of the Information System
• Selection and Approval of Security and Privacy Controls
• Implementation of Security and Privacy Controls
• Assessment/Audit of Security and Privacy Controls
• Authorization/Approval of Information System
• Continuous Monitoring

At Firebrand, you can achieve your CGRC® certification in just 4 days, exam included. Find out more.

5. SSCP® — Systems Security Certified Practitioner®

Finally, at number 5, SSCP®, a wide-randing certification that helps you develop the skills to tackle the operational demands and responsibilities of a Security Practitioner.

The course covers the 7 CBK® Domains:

• Security Operations and Administration
• Access Controls
• Risk identification, Monitoring, and Analysis
• Incident Response and Recovery
• Cryptography
• Network and Communications Security
• Systems and Application Security

This course is designed for those with hands-on security knowledge in operational IT roles, such as Network Security Engineers, Systems/Network Administrators, Security Analysts, Database Administrators, and more. See the full course spec.

Which careers can ISC2 certifications prepare you for?

ISC2 certifications are widely recognised; they can help you upskill into positions such as:

• Information Security Analyst — Such roles focus on identifying and analyzing potential security threats to an organization's computer systems and networks, and implementing solutions to prevent these threats;
• Security Engineer — focus on designing and implementing security solutions, such as firewalls, intrusion detection and prevention systems, and other security technologies;
• Security Consultant — work with clients to evaluate their security needs and to develop and implement security solutions to meet them;
• Security Manager — manage a team of security professionals, develop and implement security policies, and oversee security operations;
• Compliance Analyst — ensure your company complies with all applicable laws and regulations related to information security and privacy, and develop policies to help it stay compliant;
• Risk Manager — identify and evaluate potential risks to a company and develop and implement strategies to mitigate them.

Achieve your ISC2 certification with Firebrand

For the past 14 years in a row, we've been designated one of the Top 20 IT Training Companies in the World.

We specialise in accelerated training that helps you become competent, confident, and certified at twice the speed. Cyber Security is one of our core areas of focus.

At Firebrand, we're proud to be an award-winning ISC2 Official Training Preferred Partner (OTP) and an official ISC2 Continuing Professional Education Credits Partner. Our accelerated courses help professionals achieve ISC2 exams in record time and return to work certified, with CPE credits too.

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