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Skills CISOs need to master in 2026

The skills and certifications CISOs need to succeed have evolved alongside technology. Some credentials have lost relevance, while others—particularly those focused on cloud security and AI—have become key differentiators for security leaders.

By Andrada Fiscutean

Jan 28, 202612 mins

C-SuiteCSO and CISOCertifications

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12 best entry-level cybersecurity certifications

IT security certs may be the key to landing your first cybersecurity role or accelerating early-stage career growth. Here’s how to make the right choice for launching your infosec career.

By Eric Frank

Jan 2, 2025 17 mins

CareersCertificationsIT Skills and Training

Working in critical infrastructure? Boost your effectiveness with these cybersecurity certifications

Utilities, power grids, transportation and other important sectors are increasingly targets of threat groups and hackers. Here are some certifications that can give cyber teams the edge against attackers.

By Deb Radcliff

Dec 2, 2024 9 mins

CertificationsData and Information SecurityTechnology Industry

9 hottest IT security certs for higher pay today

Cybersecurity certifications can pave a path to lucrative career advancement. But timing the job market with the right credentials can be challenging. Here are the certs providing the largest pay boosts right now.

By Eric Frank

Nov 13, 2024 10 mins

CareersCertificationsIT Skills and Training

CRISC certification: Exam, requirements, training, potential salary

To what extent is ISACA’s Certified in Risk and Information Systems Control a gateway to high-level IT security leadership roles? Check out our CRISC certification guide to find out.

By Josh Fruhlinger

Jul 9, 2024 8 mins

CertificationsIT Skills and TrainingRisk Management

Top 12 cloud security certifications

Cloud security certifications can give your career a boost. Covering rapidly evolving technologies such as AI, market challengers such as Alibaba Cloud, and areas previously overlooked, these are your best bets.

By Eric Frank

Jun 28, 2024 14 mins

CertificationsCloud SecurityIT Skills and Training

Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH): Certification cost, training, and value

Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH) is an early-career certification for security pros interested in assessing target systems using techniques often associated with hackers to help identify vulnerabilities for employers or clients. Learn how it will impact your job and salary and how to decide if this cert is right for you.

By Josh Fruhlinger

Jun 11, 2024 9 mins

CareersCertificationsSecurity Practices

CISM certification: Requirements, training, exam, and cost

Certified Information Security Manager (CISM) is a certification for advanced IT professionals who want to demonstrate that they can develop and manage an infosec program at the enterprise level.

By Josh Fruhlinger

Jun 4, 2024 9 mins

CareersCertificationsSecurity

AI governance and cybersecurity certifications: Are they worth it?

Organizations have started to launch AI certifications in governance and cybersecurity but given how immature the space is and how fast it's changing, are these certifications worth pursuing?

By Maria Korolov

May 6, 2024 12 mins

CareersCertificationsIT Skills and Training

5 groups that support diversity in cybersecurity

Joining organizations that promote diversity in cybersecurity can offer connections with like-minded professionals and help create a more inclusive and equitable industry.

By Linda Rosencrance

Apr 9, 2024 8 mins

CSO and CISOCertificationsHuman Resources

5 certifications that can boost a cybersecurity leader’s career

They’re not required for a leadership career in cybersecurity, but these optional certifications can help let the professional community know you are an expert and highlight your skills.

By Linda Rosencrance

Mar 18, 2024 10 mins

CSO and CISOCertificationsIT Skills and Training

How a digital design firm navigated its SOC 2 audit

L+R's pursuit of SOC 2 certification was complicated by hardware inadequacies and its early adoption of AI, but a successful audit has provided security and business benefits.

By Alex Levin

Nov 28, 2023 11 mins

CertificationsCompliance