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Key Facts: CWSP Exam
70%
Passing Score
CWNP
60
Exam Questions
90 minutes
80-120 hrs
Study Time
Recommended
$274.99
Exam Fee
CWNP
CWNA Required
Prerequisite
CWNP
3 years
Certification Valid
CWNP
CWSP-207 is the professional-level wireless security certification from CWNP, requiring active CWNA certification. It covers WPA3 architecture, 802.1X/EAP authentication, RADIUS, WIDS/WIPS, rogue detection, penetration testing, and compliance (PCI DSS, HIPAA). The exam has 60 questions in 90 minutes requiring 70% to pass. CWSP is one of three professional-level certifications counting toward the CWNE expert-level credential.
About the CWSP Exam
The professional-level CWNP certification for wireless security specialists. CWSP validates advanced knowledge of WLAN security architecture, WPA3-Enterprise, 802.1X/EAP authentication, RADIUS, wireless IDS/IPS, rogue detection and containment, penetration testing methodology, and compliance frameworks. Requires active CWNA certification as a prerequisite.
Questions
60 scored questions
Time Limit
90 minutes
Passing Score
70%
Exam Fee
$274.99 (CWNP / Pearson VUE)
CWSP Exam Content Outline
Security Architecture
WPA3, key hierarchy, encryption, PMF, wireless attacks, and defense in depth
Authentication and Authorization
802.1X, EAP methods, RADIUS, PKI, certificates, and dynamic VLAN assignment
Monitoring and Detection
WIDS/WIPS, rogue detection and containment, protocol analysis, and forensics
Penetration Testing
Methodology, tools, vulnerability assessment, social engineering, and reporting
Compliance and Policy
PCI DSS, HIPAA, security policies, risk assessment, and incident response
How to Pass the CWSP Exam
What You Need to Know
- Passing score: 70%
- Exam length: 60 questions
- Time limit: 90 minutes
- Exam fee: $274.99
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CWSP-207 exam?
CWSP-207 is the Certified Wireless Security Professional exam from CWNP. It covers advanced wireless security topics including WPA3 architecture, 802.1X/EAP authentication, RADIUS, WIDS/WIPS, rogue AP detection and containment, wireless penetration testing, and compliance frameworks. The exam has 60 questions in 90 minutes requiring 70% to pass. Active CWNA certification is required.
How hard is the CWSP exam?
CWSP is an advanced certification that requires deep knowledge of wireless security. The EAP methods section (understanding differences between EAP-TLS, PEAP, EAP-TTLS, EAP-TEAP) and the key hierarchy (PMK, PTK, GTK, IGTK) are particularly challenging. With 80-120 hours of study and hands-on experience with enterprise wireless security, most candidates are well-prepared.
What jobs can I get with CWSP certification?
CWSP certifies you for specialized roles including: Wireless Security Engineer ($90-130K), Network Security Analyst ($80-115K), Wireless Penetration Tester ($95-140K), Security Operations Engineer ($85-120K), and WLAN Security Architect ($100-150K). CWSP demonstrates deep wireless security expertise valued in enterprise, government, and healthcare environments.
Do I need CWNA before taking CWSP?
Yes — active CWNA certification is a prerequisite for CWSP. You must pass the CWNA-109 exam and maintain active certification before you can register for the CWSP-207 exam. This ensures CWSP candidates have foundational wireless knowledge before tackling advanced security topics.
Is CWSP certification worth it for cybersecurity professionals?
Yes — wireless security is increasingly critical as organizations deploy Wi-Fi 6E and hybrid work models expand wireless attack surfaces. CWSP is the only vendor-neutral wireless security certification at the professional level, covering WPA3, 802.1X, WIDS/WIPS, and compliance. It complements general security certifications like Security+ or CISSP with deep wireless expertise.