Become a CSSLP – Certified Secure Software Lifecycle Professional
Earning the globally recognized CSSLP secure software development certification is a proven way to build your career and better incorporate security practices into each phase of the software development lifecycle (SDLC).
CSSLP certification recognizes leading application security skills. It shows employers and peers you have the advanced technical skills and knowledge necessary for authentication, authorization and auditing throughout the SDLC using best practices, policies and procedures established by the cybersecurity experts at ISC2.
Prove your skills, advance your career, and gain support from a community of cybersecurity leaders here to help you throughout your professional journey.
The CSSLP is ideal for software development and security professionals responsible for applying best practices to each phase of the SDLC – from software design and implementation to testing and deployment – including those in the following positions:
- Software Architect
- Software Engineer
- Software Developer
- Application Security Specialist
- Software Program Manager
- Quality Assurance Tester
- Penetration Tester
- Software Procurement Analyst
- Project Manager
- Security Manager
- IT Director/Manager
Prerequisites
The CSSLP exam evaluates your expertise across eight security domains. Think of the domains as topics you need to master based on your professional experience and education.
CSSLP Domains
- Domain 1: Secure Software Concepts
- Domain 2: Secure Software Lifecycle Management
- Domain 3: Secure Software Requirements
- Domain 4: Secure Software Architecture and Design
- Domain 5: Secure Software Implementation
- Domain 6: Secure Software Testing
- Domain 7: Secure Software Deployment, Operations, Maintenance
- Domain 8: Secure Software Supply Chain
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Exams
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