Career Mapping Tool

Determine the most suitable membership for you

Navigate your CIISec pathway by answering the questions that follow:

Do you have practical experience in cyber?

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How many years of experience do you have?

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Do you have one of the following qualifications?

Passing the CIISec ICSF Exam
Graduating from a cyber related course from a CIISec Academic Partners *subject to sufficient qualifying credits
Completing a Level 3 apprenticeship in Cyber Security Completing the CyberEPQ as part of ICDIP membership level
Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) – ISC(2)
Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) – ISACA
Certified Information Systems Manager (CISM) – ISACA
Certified Chief Information Security Officer (C/CISO) – EC-Council
Certified in Risk and Information Systems Control (CRISC) – ISACA
Certificate in Information Security Management Principles (CISMP) – BCS
Certificate in EC-Council Information Security Management (EISM) EC-Council
Graduate of Cyber Security – CapsLock
CompTIA Security+ - CompTIA
CompTIA Advanced Security Practitioner (CASP+) - CompTIA
Microsoft 365 Certified: Security Administrator Associate - Microsoft

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Accredited Affiliate

CIISec accredit Information Security professionals to ensure that they meet the highest professional standards and our competency based memberships are widely recognised in the Information Security industry. The competency-based assessment is the only one in the profession, setting it apart from knowledge-based qualifications.

Having become a member, individuals should then apply to upgrade their membership to accredited levels by demonstrating their practical experience and breadth of knowledge. This is assessed through a written application for Associate Membership and an application followed by interview for Full Membership.

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Do you hold one of the following?

CISSP
CASP+

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Associate

Associate membership can be claimed by holding an active Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) or CompTIA Advanced Security Practitioner (CASP+).

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Chartering and Professional Registration

We are now able to offer CIISec Members the opportunity to get themselves Chartered! Being at this crucial stage in the profession’s development means that Chartered individuals will be recognised for their expertise, knowledge and hold an industry-recognised qualification.

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Apply for Full Membership

Full Membership is the authoritative level of professional membership of the institute. This will be awarded to those who can demonstrate breadth and depth of knowledge and substantial practical experience in a range of Cyber and Information Security skills. It is a competency based application where evidence is provided against skills in the CIISec Skills Framework followed by an interview. To find out more please view the guidance document.

Guidance Document

Fellowship

The process requires a nomination by either a CIISec Board Member, Full or Fellow member. Please contact accreditation@ciisec.org to see if you are eligible.

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Are you studying a STEM related subject?

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Student Membership

If you are one of our Academic Partners you are eligible for free for student membership. Please get in touch to discuss – development@ciisec.org

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Affiliate

Members enjoy many benefits including professional networking opportunities, access to our quarterly Pulse magazine, discounts on accredited training and industry events.

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Headstart

CIISec’s Headstart course provides an ideal introduction to a broad range of cyber-related topics. Suitable for students from Year 9 upwards but also valuable for career changers looking for a new direction.

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CyberEPQ

Our CyberEPQ is the UK’s first and only Extended Project Qualification (EPQ) in cyber security. This unique cyber security qualification has been developed through collaboration with education and cyber security partners to help provide a starting point for anyone considering a career in cyber security.

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Apply For Associate Membership

Associate Membership is the introductory level of professional membership of the Institute. This will be awarded to those who can demonstrate an appropriate level of practical experience and breadth and depth of knowledge in a range of Cyber and Information Security skills. It is a competency based application where evidence is provided against skills in the CIISec Skills Framework. To find out more please view the guidance document.

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Members enjoy many benefits including professional networking opportunities, access to our quarterly Pulse magazine, discounts on accredited training and industry events.

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Not ready to commit to the CyberEPQ but want to learn more about a career in cyber security?
Take a look at our Headstart programme.

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Career Mapping Tool

Career Mapping Tool

Determine the most suitable membership for you

Do you have practical experience in cyber?

How many years of experience do you have?

Do you have one of the following qualifications?

Accredited Affiliate

Do you hold one of the following?

Associate

Chartering and Professional Registration

Apply for Full Membership

Fellowship

Are you studying a STEM related subject?

Student Membership

Affiliate

Headstart

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Apply For Associate Membership

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Begin Your Journey

Student Membership

Chartering & Professional Registration

Development Programmes

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Academic Partnerships

Career Mapping Tool

Career Mapping Tool

Determine the most suitable membership for you

Do you have practical experience in cyber?

How many years of experience do you have?

Do you have one of the following qualifications?

Accredited Affiliate

Do you hold one of the following?

Associate

Chartering and Professional Registration

Apply for Full Membership

Fellowship

Are you studying a STEM related subject?

Student Membership

Affiliate

Headstart

CyberEPQ

Apply For Associate Membership

Affiliate

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