Forge University
CISSP certification prep

ISC2's broadest, most-recognized security certification — all eight domains of modern practice.

Why CISSP matters

CISSP shows up in job requirements across security leadership and senior technical roles alike, precisely because it proves breadth: you understand the whole security picture, not just one corner of it.

$146K
Avg. role salary
46,271
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Source: CyberSeek.org, Cybersecurity Engineer role · data dated May 2025

Career path

This course builds toward: Security Architect, Security Leader (CISO track)

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Exam domains
Security and Risk Management16%
Asset Security10%
Security Architecture and Engineering13%
Communication and Network Security13%
Identity and Access Management13%
Security Assessment and Testing12%
Security Operations13%
Software Development Security10%
Individual enrollment
$2,495

Self-paced access, AI Coach on every lesson, full-length practice exams, and a free course retake if you complete the readiness gate and still don't pass your exam on the first attempt. Exam registration and voucher are purchased separately, directly through the certifying body.

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100% self-paced online — study on your schedule, no bootcamp seat to book.

Enterprise & team plans

Training a whole team on CISSP? Fund a Training Bank account for any amount, then assign any course to any employee — self-serve, published discount tiers, no sales call.

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