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CGRC Study Group 2026

wardleavines — Thu, 19 Feb 2026 01:46:10 GMT

Hello, everyone. I am currently preparing for my second attempt with CGRC to wherer I was only above proficiency in Domain 2, and I am taking the self-paced course online. If anyone is preparring this year, then I would be interesed in forming a study group. Message me if you are interested. Thank you.

Re: CGRC Study Group 2026

Mo-Fahmi — Sun, 22 Feb 2026 20:02:56 GMT

Hello,

Not sure when exactly was this posted but good luck with your second attempt.

I'm planning to sit for the exam but not sure where to begin. After a long research, I decided to get the ISC2 CC exam before preparing for CGRC which I'm currently working on.

The CC appears to be similar to Security+ so that's a benefit since I have achieved Security+.

The ISC2 online self-paced training seems pricey and I'm not sure how long do I need (90/180 days) if I use it as the primary source of information.

I'm wondering what materials do you use?

Any other resources do you rely on?

Thanks in advance!

Best Regards,

Mostafa

Re: CGRC Study Group 2026

akkem — Sun, 22 Feb 2026 22:41:00 GMT

Count me in, I would like to join if there is any study group. Thank you!

Re: CGRC Study Group 2026

JohnPCT — Mon, 02 Mar 2026 15:56:34 GMT

I'm interested as I'm in the same boat preparing for my second attempt as well.

Please let me know when we can connect.

Thanks

Re: CGRC Study Group 2026

ChristineKamal — Wed, 04 Mar 2026 18:08:58 GMT

I would like to join this group. I trying to prepare for my first attempt and I am so lost, don't know where to start and I find the material is very user unfriendly.

Re: CGRC Study Group 2026

nkeaton — Wed, 04 Mar 2026 19:58:56 GMT

@ChristineKamal It was tough for me because is so non-technical. I used the NIST documents for mine which are no cost online. They have added other frameworks since then though. I would suggest their references link if have something need help with. https://www.isc2.org/certifications/references#CGRC Best wishes.

Re: CGRC Study Group 2026

ChristineKamal — Wed, 04 Mar 2026 20:58:11 GMT

Do you know if the e-textbook includes everything that is in the modules or not? So CCan I depend on the textbook fully?

Re: CGRC Study Group 2026

nkeaton — Thu, 05 Mar 2026 03:44:25 GMT

@ChristineKamal Unfortunately I do not know. I self-studied for mine with the NIST documents which are very easy to read. Since they have added some other frameworks, you really need to look at the exam objectives (ISC2 calls it an exam outline) to make sure of what need to know for the exam and to identify any knowledge gaps. ISC2 does try to create complete documents but are also created to complement their training.

Re: CGRC Study Group 2026

sc1111 — Fri, 20 Mar 2026 13:54:01 GMT

Hi,

I also took self-paced ISC2 training and took CGRC test a few weeks ago and passed.

I think the textbook was good to understand all the concepts in GRC, but the test itself was more of a high level based on the concepts in the textbook. I suggest you focus on the steps and what needs during, before, and after each steps of RMF and roles and responsibilities.

I got some questions that I didn't see in the textbook..

It's important to study other frameworks.

Re: CGRC Study Group 2026

cyberdoubl3 — Fri, 20 Mar 2026 14:36:00 GMT

I am interested in joining the study group as well. I have worked as an ISSO so the RMF steps are natural but it seems to include COBIT, ISO, HIPAA, etc. so I'm digging into those as well.

I am preparing to sit for the first time.

Re: CGRC Study Group 2026

Amanda008456 — Mon, 30 Mar 2026 21:27:13 GMT

Hi everyone,

I have been actively studying for the CGRC as well. If anyone wants to use this platform to study as a collective, I am open to it. Also for anyone who has recently taken it, if you don't mind, can you share what helped you in your success? Thanks and good luck to all!

Re: CGRC Study Group 2026

MissTish531 — Thu, 02 Apr 2026 19:19:34 GMT

Interested. Has the group been formed on this platform? Any details or updates?

Re: CGRC Study Group 2026

stiedemann6000 — Mon, 13 Apr 2026 20:56:07 GMT

I would be willing to join a study group. I have been reading a study guide I purchased but it does not make much sense. I don't see a logical progression in the material. I also have gone through some Udemy courses. I would love to hear what others are using for training. I passed my CISSP and CCSP on the first tries so I thought this course would be easy but it is dry reading for me.