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Advanced 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.

12 certifications
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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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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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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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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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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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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Offensive Security OSCP - Offensive Security Certified Professional The OSCP certifies you can ethically find, exploit, and report real‑world vulnerabilities through a rigorous 24‑hour hands‑on exam. Advanced Cybersecurity Fee $1,699 24 hours Typical salary
$120K–$165K
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