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Certifier

January 31, 2025

Certifier

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cyber risk assessment cybersecurity best practices CertifierWhat Is A Certifier?

What is a Cybersecurity Certifier or a Security Control Assessor? it is an individual responsible for making a technical judgment of the system’s compliance with stated requirements, identifying and assessing the risks associated with operating the system, coordinating the certification activities, and consolidating the final certification and accreditation packages.

Rationale: Term has been replaced by the term “security control assessor”.
SOURCE: CNSSI-4009-2015

 

What are common certifier credentials?

Cybersecurity certifications are credentials that demonstrate a professional’s knowledge and skills in cybersecurity. Some common cybersecurity certifications include: 

Certified Information Security Manager (CISM)Helps cybersecurity professionals transition into management roles 

Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH)Prepares IT professionals for security responsibilities like penetration testing 

CompTIA Security+Demonstrates knowledge of cyber attacks, architecture design, and more 

Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)Demonstrates the ability to develop, launch, and maintain a cybersecurity program 

GIAC Security Essentials (GSEC)Demonstrates knowledge of information security beyond basic concepts 
CompTIA Cybersecurity Analyst (CySA+)Focuses on threat detection, analysis, and response 
GIAC Certified Incident Handler (GCIH)Validates the ability to detect, respond, and defend against attacks 
Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP)Covers cloud architecture, governance, risk management, and more 

CompTIA Advanced Security Practioner (CASP+)For cybersecurity professionals who want to remain practitioners 

Other cybersecurity certifications include: CompTIA.