About the certification
The NIST Cybersecurity Framework Foundation is a certification intended for IT Professionals seeking to validate their knowledge of the NIST Cybersecurity Framework.
The exam includes topics such as Key Terms and definitions, Framework Core, the Framework Implementation Tiers, and the Framework Profiles, Risk Management and the Cybersecurity Framework, Framework Core Structure (Functions, Categories, Subcategories, and Informative References), The five Framework Core Functions (Identify, Protect, Detect, Respond, and Recover), Framework Implementation Tiers, Framework Profile, Coordination of Framework Implementation, Establishing or Improving a Cybersecurity Program, Communicating Cybersecurity Requirements with Stakeholders, and Self-Assessing Cybersecurity Risk with the Framework.
The NIST Cybersecurity Framework Foundation certification exam is an online, closed-book, and remotely-proctored exam. It includes 40 multiple-choice questions and the passing score is 70%. You will have 60 minutes to complete the exam. Validate your knowledge of the NIST Cybersecurity Framework and advance your career. Register for your online proctored exam now!
Exam details
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Exam code |
ITC-065 |
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Launch date |
September 30, 2021 |
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Exam description |
The NIST Cybersecurity Framework Foundation exam tests the candidate knowledge in the NIST Cybersecurity Framework. |
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Current version |
1.0 |
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Exam format |
Multiple choice question; closed book; online proctored exam |
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Number of questions |
40 questions |
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Passing score |
70% (28 out of 40) |
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Exam duration |
60 minutes |
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Level |
Foundation |
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Languages |
English and Portuguese (Brazilian) |
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Exam description |
This exam includes topics such as Key Terms and definitions, the Framework Core, the Framework Implementation Tiers, and the Framework Profiles, Risk Management and the Cybersecurity Framework, Framework Core Structure (Functions, Categories, Subcategories, and Informative References), The five Framework Core Functions (Identify, Protect, Detect, Respond, and Recover), Framework Implementation Tiers (Tier 1: Partial, Tier 2: Risk Informed, Tier 3: Repeatable and, Tier 4: Adaptive), Framework Profile, Coordination of Framework Implementation, Establishing or Improving a Cybersecurity Program, Communicating Cybersecurity Requirements with Stakeholders, and Self-Assessing Cybersecurity Risk with the Framework. |
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RECOMMENDED HOURS OF STUDY |
16 hours |
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Bloom's Taxonomy |
Level 1 (Remembering), Level 2 (Understanding) and Level 3 (Applying) |
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Recommended reading |
• The Cybersecurity Framework Version 1.1 - https://www.nist.gov/cyberframework |
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Prerequisites |
There are no prerequisites for this certification |
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Recommended experience |
Six months of work experience in Cybersecurity. |
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Validity period |
Lifetime |
Exam Content Outline
| Domains | Weight |
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1. Terms and definitions |
10% |
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2. The Framework core |
10% |
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3. Functions, Categories, Subcategories, and Informative References |
20% |
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4. Framework Implementation Tiers |
15% |
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5. Framework Profile |
15% |
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6. Establishing or Improving a Cybersecurity Program |
15% |
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7. Communicating Cybersecurity Requirements with Stakeholders |
15% |
Total | 100% |
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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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