About the certification
The Certified Cybersecurity Professional is a certification designed for professionals seeking to validate their comprehensive knowledge of cybersecurity governance, information security risk management, and control implementation, based on ISO/IEC 27032, ISO/IEC 27001, ISO/IEC 27002, the NIST Cybersecurity Framework (NIST CSF 2.0), and the CIS Critical Security Controls (CIS Controls v8).
This exam covers key topics from ISO/IEC 27001, ISO/IEC 27002, ISO/IEC 27032, the NIST Cybersecurity Framework (CSF) 2.0, and the CIS Critical Security Controls (CIS Controls v8), including cybersecurity governance, organizational accountability, information security risk management, security control implementation, threat mitigation, compliance obligations, and continuous improvement. It validates your comprehensive knowledge of how to govern, implement, manage, and continuously improve cybersecurity and information security practices, ensuring the protection of organizational information assets and cyberspace interactions, in accordance with the most widely used and globally recognized standards and frameworks in the field of information security and cybersecurity.
The Certified Cybersecurity Professional certification exam is an online, closed-book, and remotely-proctored exam. This exam consists of 50 multiple-choice questions. The passing score is 70%. Candidates will have 60 minutes to complete the exam. Validate your Cybersecurity knowledge and advance your career. Purchase your exam voucher now!
What’s Included When You Purchase an Exam Voucher
- Self-Paced Study Guide – A comprehensive resource designed to help you prepare at your own pace.
- Practice Test – Includes questions similar in style and difficulty to the actual exam, so you know exactly what to expect.
- Two Free Retakes – If you don’t pass on your first attempt, you’ll have two additional opportunities at no extra cost.
Exam details
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Exam code |
ITC-196 |
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Launch date |
January 15, 2026 |
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Exam description |
The Certified Cybersecurity Professional exam validates the candidate's advanced knowledge of Cybersecurity Management. |
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Current version |
v1 (January 15, 2026) |
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Exam format |
Multiple choice; computer-based; closed book (online proctored exam) |
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Number of questions |
50 questions |
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Passing score |
70% (35 out of 50) |
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Exam duration |
60 minutes |
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Level |
Advanced |
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Languages |
English |
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Exam description |
This exam covers key topics from ISO/IEC 27001, ISO/IEC 27002, ISO/IEC 27032, the NIST Cybersecurity Framework (CSF) 2.0, and the CIS Critical Security Controls (CIS Controls). |
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RECOMMENDED HOURS OF STUDY |
32 hours |
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BLOOM'S TAXONOMY |
Level 2 (Understanding), Level 3 (Applying), Level 4 (Analyzing), and Level 5 (Evaluating) |
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Recommended reading |
• ISO/IEC 27001:2022 |
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Prerequisites |
There are no prerequisites for this certification program. |
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Recommended experience |
Six months of work experience in Artificial Intelligence |
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Validity period |
Lifetime |
Exam Content Outline
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1. ISO/IEC 27001 |
20% |
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2. ISO/IEC 27002 |
20% |
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3. ISO/IEC 27032 |
20% |
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4. NIST CSF 2.0 |
20% |
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5. CIS Controls v8 |
20% |
Total | 100% |
How to get certified
Browse our certification programs and choose your certification.
Discover the exam objectives and prepare for your exam.
Register for your online proctored exam.
Take your online proctored exam in the comfort of your home or office.
Congratulations! You are certified!
Frequently Asked Questions
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After purchasing an exam voucher, how much time do I have to take the exam?
After purchasing an exam voucher, candidates will have 180 days to take the exam.
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Does the exam voucher include a retake?
The exam voucher includes 2 retakes in case the candidate fails the first attempt.
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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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