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Cybersecurity certifications

Every Cybersecurity certification we track, with exam fees, difficulty and salary ranges side by side. Open any one for the full exam guide and study roadmap.

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Amazon Web Services AWS Security Specialty Validates advanced expertise in securing AWS workloads and architectures. Advanced Cybersecurity Fee 300 USD 170 minutes Typical salary
$145K–$180K
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Cisco CCNP Security Advanced Cisco certification that validates expertise in securing Cisco networks for engineers and architects. Advanced Cybersecurity Fee $400+ Typical salary
$115K–$150K
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Check Point CCSA - Check Point Certified Security Administrator Entry-level certification that validates your ability to deploy, configure, and manage Check Point firewalls and security software. Beginner Cybersecurity Fee $300 Typical salary
$80K–$110K
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Check Point CCSE - Check Point Certified Security Expert Validates advanced skills in building, modifying, deploying, and troubleshooting Check Point Next Generation Firewalls. Intermediate Cybersecurity Fee $300 Typical salary
$100K–$135K
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ISC2 CCSP - Certified Cloud Security Professional The CCSP validates advanced cloud security expertise for designing, managing, and protecting cloud environments. Advanced Cybersecurity Fee $599 Typical salary
$135K–$170K
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EC-Council CEH - Certified Ethical Hacker The CEH AI certification validates ethical hacking skills with AI‑enhanced training, a 4‑hour MCQ exam and a 6‑hour practical exam. Intermediate Cybersecurity Fee $1,199 4 hours (MCQ) + 6 hours (practical) Typical salary
$95K–$130K
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ISACA CISA - Certified Information Systems Auditor CISA validates expertise in auditing, monitoring, and assessing IT systems, emphasizing a risk‑based approach and emerging tech like AI and blockchain. Advanced Cybersecurity Fee US$575 (member) / US$760 (non‑member) Typical salary
$115K–$155K
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ISACA CISM - Certified Information Security Manager The CISM certifies senior‑level security managers to govern, assess risk, run programs and handle incidents in today’s cyber landscape. Advanced Cybersecurity Fee US$575 (member), US$760 (non‑member) Typical salary
$130K–$165K
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ISC2 CISSP - Certified Information Systems Security Professional The CISSP validates advanced security leadership skills across eight management‑focused domains. Advanced Cybersecurity Fee $749 Typical salary
$140K–$175K
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CompTIA CompTIA CASP+ (CAS-004) Advanced-level certification validating enterprise security architecture and engineering skills for senior security professionals. Advanced Cybersecurity Fee $509 Typical salary
$110K–$145K
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CompTIA CompTIA CySA+ (CS0-003) CompTIA CySA+ (CS0-003) is an intermediate-level certification that validates defensive security skills for analysts. Intermediate Cybersecurity Fee $425 Typical salary
$85K–$115K
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CompTIA CompTIA PenTest+ (PT0-002) CompTIA PenTest+ (V3) validates hands‑on penetration testing skills and the ability to manage and report engagements across modern attack surfaces. Intermediate Cybersecurity Fee $425 165 minutes Typical salary
$90K–$125K
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CompTIA CompTIA Security+ CompTIA Security+ is a globally recognized certification that validates practical cybersecurity skills for core security functions. Beginner Cybersecurity Fee $425 Typical salary
$75K–$100K
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ISACA CRISC - Certified in Risk & Information Systems Control The CRISC credential validates advanced expertise in enterprise IT risk management and control, positioning you as a strategic risk leader. Advanced Cybersecurity Fee US$575.00 Member / US$760.00 Non-Member Typical salary
$130K–$165K
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eLearnSecurity eJPT - Junior Penetration Tester A beginner‑friendly, fully hands‑on penetration testing certification that validates real‑world hacking skills through a 72‑hour practical exam. Beginner Cybersecurity Fee $200 Typical salary
$65K–$90K
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Google Cloud Google Cloud Professional Cloud Security Engineer Validate expertise in designing and implementing secure workloads and infrastructure on Google Cloud. Advanced Cybersecurity Fee $200 (plus tax where applicable) 2 hours Typical salary
$140K–$175K
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Google Google Cybersecurity Professional Certificate Google Cybersecurity Professional Certificate is a beginner-friendly, self‑paced program that teaches core security concepts and hands‑on skills for entry‑level roles. Beginner Cybersecurity Fee $49/mo Typical salary
$70K–$95K
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HashiCorp HashiCorp Vault Associate Validates foundational knowledge of secrets management using HashiCorp Vault for beginners. Beginner Cybersecurity Fee $70 Typical salary
$90K–$120K
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IBM IBM Cybersecurity Analyst Professional Certificate A beginner-friendly IBM Professional Certificate that teaches core cybersecurity analyst skills and prepares you for the CompTIA Security+ exam. Beginner Cybersecurity Fee $49/mo Typical salary
$75K–$100K
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Microsoft Microsoft Azure Security Engineer (AZ-500) Validates expertise in implementing security controls, threat protection, identity and access management, and securing data and applications in Azure. Intermediate Cybersecurity Fee $165 Typical salary
$120K–$155K
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Microsoft Microsoft Security, Compliance & Identity Fundamentals (SC-900) Entry-level certification covering core security, compliance, and identity concepts across Microsoft services. Beginner Cybersecurity Fee $99 Typical salary
$70K–$90K
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Fortinet NSE 4 - FortiGate Security Validates skills in configuring, managing, and troubleshooting Fortinet FortiGate next‑generation firewalls. Intermediate Cybersecurity Fee $400 Typical salary
$90K–$125K
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Fortinet NSE 7 - Enterprise Firewall Advanced Fortinet certification validating expert-level skills in designing and troubleshooting complex Fortinet enterprise security solutions. Advanced Cybersecurity Fee $400 Typical salary
$115K–$150K
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Fortinet NSE 8 - Expert Network Security The NSE 8 certification validates expert-level mastery of Fortinet network security architecture through a rigorous written and practical lab exam. Advanced Cybersecurity Fee $1,500 Typical salary
$130K–$170K
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