About the certification
Stackable certifications are credentials issued to candidates who have earned multiple ITCERTS certifications. Stackable certifications demonstrate that you’ve earned multiple ITCERTS certifications and have the knowledge and skills needed to grow your IT career. When you achieve the combination of certifications that comprise a stackable certification, you'll automatically receive the respective stackable certification(s).
The Certified Cybersecurity Analyst (CCSA) certification requires the candidate to successfully pass four exams: ITC-002: Cybersecurity Foundation (ISO/IEC 27032), ITC-073: Ethical Hacking and Penetration Testing Foundation, ITC-007: Computer Forensics Foundation (ISO/IEC 27037), and ITC-103: NIST Cybersecurity Framework 2.0 Foundation.
The exams may be taken in any order. Although there are no prerequisites for the exams, it is strongly recommended that candidates have at least one year of experience in the field of cybersecurity. Validate your knowledge of Cybersecurity with the Certified Cybersecurity Analyst (CCSA) certification and take your career to the next level!
Certified Cybersecurity Analyst (CCSA)
Earn 4 certifications and receive an integrator certification (designation).
CERTIFICATION DETAILS
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Type |
Stackable certification |
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Version |
v2 (May 21, 2022) |
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Launch date |
May 25, 2020 |
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Certification prerequisites |
Successfully pass the following exams: ITC-002: Cybersecurity Foundation (ISO/IEC 27032), ITC-073: Ethical Hacking and Penetration Testing Foundation, ITC-007: Computer Forensics Foundation (ISO/IEC 27037), and ITC-103: NIST Cybersecurity Framework 2.0 Foundation. |
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Recommended experience |
One year of experience |
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Validity period |
Lifetime |
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Certification Exemptions |
Candidates may be exempted from one (1) specific Itcerts certification in a stackable certification if they have earned an equivalent non-Itcerts industry certification. Only preapproved specific IT industry certifications are accepted. The non-Itcerts IT industry certification must have been earned in the last three years. |
Frequently Asked Questions
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How much does an ITCERTS certification exam cost?
All exams are available for $150 USD each. Prices may vary slightly by region and currency exchange rates.
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Are there any prerequisites to take the exams?
There are no prerequisites to take the exams. ITCERTS recommends that candidates have at least six months of work experience in the area that the certification exam covers.
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What is the exam retake policy?
If a candidate does not achieve a passing score on the first attempt, there is no waiting period between the first and the second attempt. If a candidate does not achieve a passing score on the second attempt, the candidate must wait at least 7 days before retaking the exam for a third time. A candidate may not take a given exam any more than three times per year (12 months).
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How do I register for an Online Proctored Exam?
Visit the Online Proctored Exam registration page to find complete instructions.
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Are there any mandatory training to take an exam?
Training is recommended as part of your certification preparation, but it is not mandatory.
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Which languages are the exams available in?
Our exams are currently available in English and Portuguese.
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Where can I take the exams?
Exams are delivered online (Online Proctored Exams) and can be taken from anywhere in the world.
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Do the ITCERTS certifications expire?
ITCERTS certifications are considered good-for-life and do not expire.
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How can a potential employer verify my certifications?
Your employer can verify your certification on our certification verification page. Your certification number will be needed in order to process the verification.
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