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By Amy Schurr
Network World Careers Newsletter, 06/26/02

Numerous studies point to security as being a hot technology. If
you're interested in honing or validating your security skills, there
are several different certifications to take advantage of.

To help you zero in on a program, here's a quick overview of some of
the options to consider. Check out the various links to find a
certification that best meets your needs.

* Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert (CCIE) Security and Cisco
  Security Specialist 1

Cisco added a security component to its highest certification, the
CCIE, which covers IP, IP routing, and specific security components.
Meanwhile, the Cisco Security Specialist 1 requires a Cisco Certified
Network Associate designation and proficiency with Cisco’s firewalls,
intrusion detection systems and VPNs. For more information on CCIE
Security, go to
http://www.cisco.com/warp/public/625/ccie/certifications/security.html

For the specialist designation, check out
http://www.cisco.com/warp/public/10/wwtraining/certprog/cqs/security/

* (ICS)2 Certified Information Security Specialist (CISSP) and Systems
  Security Certified Practitioner (SSCP)

(ICS)2's rigorous vendor-neutral program is known as a mark of
excellence in the industry. The CISSP is targeted at executives, while
the SSCP is appropriate for security specialists in the field. Check
out the complete details at http://www.isc2.org/

* Information Systems Audit and Control Association (ISAC) Certified
  Information Systems Auditor (CISA)

This certification is designed for IS audit, control and security
professionals. It generally requires a minimum of five years of
professional experience. Go to http://www.isaca.org/cert1.htm for the
scoop.

* ProSoft Training's Certified Internet Webmaster (CIW) Security
  Analyst

This program recognizes those who can implement security policy,
identify security threats, and develop countermeasures using firewalls
and attack-recognition technologies. In order to qualify, you must
hold one of several certifications from Cisco, Microsoft or Novell and
pass the CIW Security Professional exam. For more details, go to
http://www.ciwcertified.com/

* SANS Global Information Assurance Certification (GIAC) program

Widely respected in the field, GIAC offers nine security
certifications that range from entry-level skills to advanced
technical specialties such as intrusion detection and forensics. For
more information, go to http://www.giac.org/program.php

* The Security Certified Program (SCP)

This includes two levels of certifications, the Security Certified
Network Professional (SCNP) and Security Certified Network Architect
(SCNA). The focus of SCNP is on defense, using technologies such as
firewalls, intrusion detection and VPNs. SCNA looks at trusted
communication and emerging security technologies like public-key
infrastructure, biometrics, and smart cards. For more information, go
to http://www.securitycertified.net/

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