Last month I passed the CISSP exam, the journey didn’t stop there. Before you can officially call yourself CISSP certified, there’s one last thing to take care of—the endorsement process.
What’s the Endorsement Process About?
Basically, ISC2 checks that:
- You actually have at least five years of cybersecurity work experience.
- You played fair on the exam and didn’t cheat.
You’ll need to complete this step, and pay the ISC2 membership fees, before you can really say you’re CISSP certified.
Here’s some personal news—I’m officially CISSP certified as of today, valid for the next three years! To keep it going, you need to earn Continuing Professional Education (CPE) credits. I’ve put together a list of places where you can get free CPE credits to help with that.
Where to Find Free CPE Credits
Here are some solid options to earn free CPE credits:
- ThreatLocker Webinars
- Hack The Box CPE Guide
- ISC2 Official CPE Partners
- SANS Webcasts
- (Might not be free) Antisyphon Training
Bonus tip: Taking other ISC2 certifications can often count toward your CISSP renewal credits too.
A Few Tips for Renewing Your CISSP
- Keep an eye on your CPE credits so you don’t have to scramble last minute.
- Mix it up with webinars, labs, courses, and events to keep learning interesting.
- Check ISC2’s website every now and then to stay on top of any changes.
Good luck if you’re on this journey—and congrats to anyone who’s passed the exam and completed the endorsement! You’ve earned it.
