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ISC2 Certified in Cybersecurity (CC)

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Your Study Path

ISC2 Professional License: Complete Roadmap

Follow this path to maximize your chances of passing on the first try

1

Phase 1: Security PrinciplesYou are here

Build fundamentals in CIA, governance, ethics, and risk basics.

14
hours
2

Phase 2: Access and Network Security

Cover access control models and core network protections.

16
hours
3

Phase 3: BC/DR/IR and Operations

Learn resilience, response fundamentals, and security operations.

12
hours
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Phase 4: Timed CC Simulations

Practice timed mixed-domain sets to improve speed and consistency.

10
hours
Estimated total study time
52 hours
That's about 6 weeks at 10 hours/week

Can You Take the CC Exam?

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Age
Minimum age 16
Education
No formal education requirement
Experience
No professional experience requirement
Additional Requirements
  • ISC2 exams are currently delivered in person at Pearson VUE test centers
  • To maintain certification, complete CPEs and annual maintenance fees
  • Agree to ISC2 Code of Ethics and exam policies

CC Quick Facts

Time to Get Licensed

4-8 weeks for most entry-level candidates

From start to license in hand

Exam Provider

Pearson VUE Testing Center

In-Person Only
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Retake Policy

After first failed attempt, wait 30 days. After second failed attempt, wait 60 days. After third and later failed attempts, wait 90 days. Maximum 4 attempts per 12 months per certification.

Total Cost Breakdown

Exam FeeUS$199
Total Estimated CostUS$199-US$398+; 1MCC may cover one exam attempt only for eligible candidates enrolled before the May 20, 2026 public cutoff
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CC Exam Details

ISC2 Certified in Cybersecurity (CC)

Administered by ISC2

Official Source
700 out of 1000
Passing Score
100-125
Questions
2
Hours
US$199
Exam Fee
Study time: ISC2 does not publish official study-hour requirements; many new candidates plan 40-80 hours
Prerequisites: No experience requirement to sit the exam
Valid for: 3-year cycle (45 CPEs over 3 years plus annual maintenance fee)

Exam Content Breakdown

Based on the official ISC2 content outline

Security Principles26%

Core security concepts, risk management basics, governance, and ethics

Business Continuity, Disaster Recovery, and Incident Response Concepts10%

Foundational resilience and response lifecycle concepts

Access Controls Concepts22%

Physical and logical access control fundamentals and authentication principles

Network Security24%

Network models, common controls, and network protection fundamentals

Security Operations18%

Data protection basics, hardening, policies, and security awareness operations

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What's Next After the CC?

After passing the CC, you can pursue these career paths

SSCP

Progress into operational security administration and implementation depth

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CGRC

Move into governance, risk, and compliance specialization

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CISSP

Advance toward senior security architecture and leadership roles

Coming Soon

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