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Take CISSP In between employment?

Secure4All — Fri, 15 Jun 2018 18:35:57 GMT

Hey all,

Quick question regarding eligibility for registering for and taking the CISSP exam. I noticed when trying to register for the exam they ask for current employer information. Is it a pre-requisite to be employed at the point in time you want to schedule and take your CISSP exam. I recently left my last position and am in between jobs taking some time to not only study for this cert but also taking some classes towards my MBA.

Thanks!

Re: Take CISSP In between employment?

Bertikus — Sun, 06 May 2018 15:42:23 GMT

I know a few that were not employed when they took the test. I don't think it is a requirement but experience is a requirement. You may have to be an associate until you meet that requirement.

Re: Take CISSP In between employment?

Secure4All — Sun, 06 May 2018 15:44:56 GMT

Thanks for the comment. I just found it strange that one of the mandatory fields when registering for the exam was employer and position, so I was curious if that was necessary or not. I have over 8 years of IT audit and security experience, I've only just taken some time off to pursue my studies and plan for this cert. So that's why I was worried if I need to be employed at the point in time when registering and sitting for the CISSP exam.

Regards

Re: Take CISSP In between employment?

amandavanceISC2 — Mon, 07 May 2018 17:19:15 GMT

@Secure4All Thank you for your inquiry. No, it is not required to be employed to take the exam and become a member of (ISC)². As long as you have the work experience requirements at some point in your career, you will qualify.

Best of luck!

Amanda Vance