ISC2 SSCP guide
Security operations, exam preparation and focused explanations.
Overview
- Questions
- 100-125 variable items; 25 pretest items are unscored
- Time
- 2 hours
Exam time
- Format
- MCQ + advanced items
Computer-based
- Pass mark
- 700 / 1,000
Scaled score; passing threshold
7 syllabus topicsOpen the published blueprint
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Guide topics
Exam overview
Requirements, fees, registration and results.
7 articlesExam difficulty
Preparation time and ways to assess readiness.
1 articleExam topics
The syllabus and focused concept explainers.
2 articlesStudy plans
Practical preparation and revision schedules.
2 articlesPractice tips
Original questions and worked explanations.
1 articleLicensing
Requirements beyond passing the examination.
2 articles