CIW Security Analyst Certification
CIW Security Analysts configure, manage and deploy e-business solutions servers; and implement e-business and network security solutions. This CIW certification recognizes the achievements of those who have already attained a level of proficiency in networking administration and now want to validate and prove their competencies in security. CIW Security Analyst certification provides focused and streamlined validation of further proficiency in areas pertaining to systems security. CIW Security Analyst certification also demonstrates mastery of core vendor-neutral security skills combined with specialization in chosen software environments.
The candidate must meet the following 3 requirements.
1. Pass one required CIW exam,
2. Complete the CIW Certification Agreement (by logging into the CIW Candidate Information Center) and
3. Submit proof of one valid networking administration certification from an approved vendor to become a CIW Security Analyst. Visit the CIW Security Analyst page for more information.
| Required CIW Security Analyst Certifications | CIW Exam Topics | CIW Certificate Award | |
| CIW Security Professional | CIW exam 1D0-470 | * see below | |
| AND ANY ONE OF THE FOLLOWING CERTIFICATIONS | |||
| Certified Ethical Hacker(CEH) | CEH Web site | ||
| Checkpoint Certified Security Expert (CCSE) | Checkpoint Web site | ||
| Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) | Cisco Web site | ||
| Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) | |||
| Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert (CCIE) | |||
| Convergence Technologies Professional (CTP) | CTP Certification Web site | ||
| GIAC Security Essentials Certification (GSEC) | GIAC Web site | ||
| ISC2 CISSP | ISC2 Web site | ||
| Juniper Networks Certified Internet Associate (JNCIA-FWV) | Juniper Networks Web site | ||
| Linux Professional Institute (LPI) Level 2 | LPI Web site | ||
| Linux Professional Institute (LPI) Level 3 | |||
| Microsoft Certified Systems Administrator (MCSA) | Microsoft Web site | ||
| Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE) | |||
| Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer: Security (MCSE: Security) | |||
| Novell Certified Linux Engineer | Novell Web site | ||
| Red Hat Certified Security Specialist (RHCSS) | Red Hat Web site | ||
| Symantec Certified Technical Specialist (SCTS) | Symantec Web site | ||
* Must pass CIW exam and submit proof of one valid networking admin certification >> |
CIW Security Analyst | ||
CIW Security Professional
The CIW Security Professional exam focuses on management and deployment of e-business transaction and payment security solutions. This certification validates knowledge and skills in implementing e-business security policies; identifying security threats; developing countermeasures using firewall systems and attack-recognition technologies; and managing the deployment of security solutions.
| Target Audience | The CIW Security Professional certification is ideal for network server administrators, firewall administrators, systems administrators, application developers and IT security officers. |
| Job Responsibilities | CIW Security Professionals are responsible for the implementation of e-business security policies and technologies. |
| Exam Guide | Before taking the CIW Security Professional exam (1D0-470), candidates should read the CIW Security Professional Exam Guide. |
| Recommended Resources |
The following CIW educational programs and materials are available for CIW exam candidates. Candidates who attend CIW Security Professional educational programs use the following official CIW curriculum titles: |

