I currently hold a CISSP.   Referring to DoD 8140 IT qualification matrix (https://public.cyber.mil/wid/dod8140/qualifications-matrices/), many roles are qualified with a SSCP but not a CISSP. Does this mean I would need to ALSO earn a SSCP to qualify for these? In the 8570, CISSP was considered a "superset" of SSCP so anything that required a SSCP could be met with a CISSP. Is this no longer the case?   A lot of work roles are impacted! Example of a few:   451 System Admin/Basic (because SSCP is listed for Intermediate) 451 System Admin/Intermediate   671 System Testing and Evaluation Specialist/Basic 671 System Testing and Evaluation Specialist/Intermediate   632 Systems Developer/Basic 632 Systems Developer/Intermediate 632 Systems Developer/Advanced   411 Technical Support Specialist/Basic 411 Technical Support Specialist/Intermediate 411 Technical Support Specialist/Advanced   and so many others! View More

I stumbled across ISC2 searching for ways to leverage my past military service and masters in computer science toward a new career. The biggest obstacle as I see it, is the time that has passed while I was supporting my spouse's career and raising kids since I obtained my MS in 2002 - I have not utilized the degree as we chose to focus on my spouse's career and family. Now I am ready to move forward and I am wondering if I need to get another degree in cybersecurity or if certification in cybersecurity will be a step toward getting my foot in the door as it relates to becoming a government cybersecurity professional. Thanks to you if you have read this and have a chance to give me some thoughts/feedback!  View More

The renewed Cyber Workforce Framework released by the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD), DoD Manual 8140 incorporates and cancels the previously followed DoD Directive 8570. ISC2 certifications cover 85% of the approved 54 work roles in the new DoD 8140 Cyber Workforce Qualification Provider Marketplace, more than any other provider. See the latest ISC2 Insights articles to learn more:   https://www.isc2.org/Insights/2024/07/ISC2-Certifications-Lead-US-DoD-Cyber-Work-Role-Manual-8140 https://www.isc2.org/Insights/2024/07/How-Does-US-DoD-8140-Impact-CISSPs https://www.isc2.org/Insights/2024/07/ISC2-Entry-Level-Cybersecurity-Certification-US-DoD-8140-Marketplace View More

Hi,  my name is Terry Downing and I am a British Army Veteran. A scaley. Looking forward to helping others make a success of life outside the military. Dont forget your Military Brothers and Sisters. View More

Hello,    I would like to write a blog (could be a series of blogs) to help those in the military or veterans transitioning into the cybersecurity industry. What did you learn when you went through the process? What do you wish you knew at the time that you know now?   For example, we have people in the U.S. who want to use their COOL program funding but don't know where to start, etc.    If you are willing to work with me on this, please comment here (or private message me if you prefer anonymity) and I can reach out to learn more about your experiences. I understand there will be different experiences for those in different countries globally; so, I am interested in hearing from a variety of backgrounds, etc.    For more information regarding Veteran Benefits, read this link: https://www.isc2.org/Training/US-Government#accordion-75568d159f074e9cb07dbfb3ddd9441a   Thanks in advance as I'm hoping this benefits others in the future as we aim to reduce the global workforce gap in cybersecurity and encourage others to join the profession. View More