A global, vendor-neutral certification to recognize those with leading software and application security skills. The CSSLP recognizes your expertise and ability to incorporate security practices — authentication, authorization and auditing — into each phase of the SDLC.

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A global, vendor-neutral certification to recognize those with leading software and application security skills. The CSSLP recognizes your expertise and ability to incorporate security practices — authentication, authorization and auditing — into each phase of the SDLC.

Why Pursue It:

• Instant credibility.The CSSLP proves you’re a subject matter expert in application security. It shows you have desirable skills for employers around the world, giving you more opportunities.
• Relevant, new knowledge.Earning the CSSLP is a great way to expand your software security knowledge, in addition to affirming your expertise. It offers continuing education, so you can keep your skills current and relevant.
• Versatile skills.The CSSLP isn’t product-specific, so you can easily apply your skills to different technologies and methodologies.

Experience Required:

• Candidates must have a minimum of four years cumulative, paid, full-time SDLC professional experience in one or more of the eight domains of the CSSLP Common Body of Knowledge (CBK).
• Earning a four-year college degree or regional equivalent will waive one year of the required experience.
• Only a one-year experience exemption is granted for education.