CCSP VS CCSK

Which Cloud Security Certification to Go For?

Abstract
Deep dive into the key differences between the CCSP and the CCSK cloud security certifications.

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 CCSK vs CCSP

What Is CCSK certification and why go for it ?

The Cloud Computing Security Knowledge, or CCSK, is a vendor-neutral certification. It certifies

competency in key cloud security areas covering architecture, governance, compliance,
operations, encryption, virtualization and much more.

The CSA, Cloud Security Alliance, was the body that released the CCSK for the first time in 2010.
The current version 4 of Cloud Security Alliance’s Security Guidance for Critical Areas of Focus in
Cloud Computing acts as a practical and actionable roadmap.
Since 2011, this version 4 represents a major update to the last version, including:
➢ Real-world Best Practices in cloud security
➢ Latest cloud technologies, security regulations and approaches
➢ Integration with other available CSA tools

CCSK is now been adopted as the first security cloud reference and many cloud providers and
information security services firms are encouraging employees to get CCSK Certification.

With the updated v4 content, the CCSK remains highly relevant to security professionals who
are seeking a course that delivers a general tactical and strategic understanding of the
challenges and advantages of cloud.
The CCSK certification is around making sure the cloud security expert understands the
foundation of cloud security topics and has a broad understanding of almost all topics related
to cloud computing and security both in ITSEC and INFOSEC.
The CCSK exam is a web-based examination test of specific competency in key cloud
security domains. The open book test is available online 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
and it costs $345 USD. Registration and payment for the exam can be done online. The
allowed time is 90 minutes with an 80% score of correct answers to pass the exam. The
CCSK examination consists of 60 multiple choice questions. The exam questions are
based on 92% of the CSA Guidance and 8% of the ENISA report.
CSA has two instructor-led courses foundation and plus packages which ranges between
1k$ and 1700$.
For those wanting a self-paced online course that you can follow on your own schedule
and do it completely online, I have designed and built a complete online course, a step-
by-step style that includes videos, resources, flashcards and AWS labs along with an exam
simulator and online support 24/7.
The online course has been live for more than a year and we update the content s regularly.
It helped all our members get their certification from first try – Guaranteed!

What about CCSP certification?

Cloud security professionals report that, by obtaining the CCSP certification, they have gained
employer and customer confidence – respect, credibility, and trust. Backed by the two leading
nonprofits focused on cloud and information security, the Cloud Security Alliance (CSA) and
(ISC)², the CCSP credential denotes professionals with deep-seated knowledge and competency
derived from hands-on experience with cloud security architecture, design, operations, and
service orchestration.
The exam covers 6 domain areas. Think of the domains as specific topics you need to know
based on your professional experience and education. Some domains carry more exam weight
than others.
Once you attain the CCSP certification, you become a member of (ISC)² - and you’ll be part of a
growing global community of over 125,000 cybersecurity leaders.
You’ll also receive access to ongoing continuing education and professional development
opportunities, helping you stay ahead of industry trends and keep your knowledge and skills
current.
To qualify for the CCSP, you must have a minimum of:
- 5 years of cumulative paid full-time information technology experience, of which
- 3 years must be in information security and
- 1 year in one of the 6 domains of the CCSP examination:
▪ Architectural Concepts & Design Requirements
▪ Cloud Data Security
▪ Cloud Platform & Infrastructure Security
▪ Cloud Application Security
▪ Operations
▪ Legal & Compliance

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All the Best,

CCSK Cloud Security Team.