Objective: CISSP Certification

Status: Active

Priority

P0
Category

Core
Target

2026-06-01

Why This Matters

CISSP is the gold standard for security professionals. It validates:

  • Broad security knowledge across 8 domains

  • 5+ years of professional security experience

  • Commitment to continuing education

  • Recognition by employers worldwide

For career transition: CISSP signals readiness for senior security roles, consulting, and leadership - bridging networking/security into broader technology leadership.

Market reality: In a volatile job market, CISSP provides:

  • Resume filter passage - many roles require it

  • Salary leverage - $20-40K premium in many markets

  • Consulting credibility - essential for independent practice

  • Remote work enablement - valued credential for remote security roles

Success Criteria

Criterion Description Met?

Exam passed

Score 700+ on CISSP exam

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All domains studied

Complete study of all 8 domains

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Practice exams

Score 80%+ consistently on practice tests

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CPE plan

Strategy for maintaining certification

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Current State

  • Experience: 5+ years in security/networking - meets eligibility

  • Knowledge: Strong in networking, access control, identity; gaps in SDLC, physical security

  • Study: Existing CISSP study plan in /pages/2026/02/PLAN-2026-02-cissp-certification.adoc

Action Plan

Phase Actions Target Status

1

Complete domain 1-4 study

April 15

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2

Complete domain 5-8 study

May 1

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3

Practice exams (2 weeks intensive)

May 15

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4

Final review and exam

June 1

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Resources Required

  • Time: 10-15 hours/week study

  • Materials: Official ISC2 Study Guide, practice exams

  • Investment: Exam fee (~$749), study materials

  • Reference: CISSP Study Plan

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