Browse Independent Certifications by Security Tasks

Independent CertificationsIndependent certifications focus on “vendor neutral” security strategies, systems and technologies and are provided by organisations with no vendor affiliation. are divided into the security tasks listed below. Select a category to list certifications targeted towards a specific security task, or browse all Independent Certifications.

• Management of the Security FunctionCertifications concerned with management level security processes and procedures, handling security issues from a business perspective and the management of the security function within an organisation
• Design Security Processes and ProceduresCertifications which require in-depth security knowledge across a range of security topics, for the purpose of designing security processes and procedures.
• Information Security AuditingCertifications concerned with IT security auditing of procedures and systems.
• Business Continuity PlanningCertifications which certify professionals in the area of business continuity planning, disaster recover and data backup operations.
• Implement Security TechnologiesCertifications which cover security topics at an applied level, typically focused on a specific technology or knowledge area.
• Security OperationsFoundation level certifications which provide an introduction to security concepts, often covering a broad range of security topics.

Browse Vendor Certifications by Security Technologies

Direct comparison between vendor certificationsVendor certifications cover a specific proprietary security technology or system, with in depth knowledge and practice on the configuration and handling of these systems. is not possible as vendor certifications are specific to a single proprietary technology. However, for further reference, links to the most common vendor certifications are sorted below in categories based on the security technology to which they apply. The following list only includes technologies which map to certifications currently catalogued. Select a category below to see certifications targeted towards a specific security task, or browse all Vendor Certifications.

• Secure Application Design and TestingApplication security covering all stages of the development lifecycle.
• Network ArchitectureThe security of networking devices, technologies or architectures.
• FirewallsThe configuration and deployment of firewalls.
• Intrusion Detection/PreventionThe configuration and deployment of intrusion detection and intrusion prevention systems.
• WirelessThe security of wireless networks.
• System HardeningThe configuration of systems for increased security.
• ForensicsCollection, analysis and recovery of electronic evidence.