CISSP Bootcamp

CISSP Program Overview

The Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) is the gold standard certification for experienced cybersecurity professionals. Issued by ISC2, it validates your expertise in designing, implementing, and managing enterprise-grade security programs across eight critical security domains. If you're ready to advance your cybersecurity career and prove your mastery of information security, our accelerated 5-day bootcamp provides the intensive training you need to succeed.

This program combines live expert-led instruction, unlimited certification exam attempts, realistic practice tests, and hands-on labs that mirror enterprise security challenges. Whether you're architecting secure networks, managing risk programs, or leading security operations, you'll build the confidence and advanced skills needed to pass the CISSP exam and elevate your career to the next level.

CIAT Unlimited Certification Exam Policy
Unlimited Certification Exam Policy*

All bootcamp programs include unlimited certification exam attempts. Students may retake their certification exam as many times as necessary until they achieve a passing score, providing confidence and reducing test anxiety.

Is the CISSP Bootcamp for me?

This bootcamp is recommended for:

  • Experienced IT security professionals with at least 5 years of cumulative, paid work experience in 2 or more of the 8 CISSP domains.

  • IT managers and security analysts looking to validate their expertise and advance into senior security leadership roles.

  • Security architects and consultants who design and implement enterprise security solutions and want industry recognition.

  • Career advancers currently in cybersecurity roles seeking to increase earning potential and professional credibility.

Important: CISSP requires 5 years of professional experience in information security (or 4 years with a relevant degree). If you don't meet the experience requirement, you can still take the exam and become an Associate of ISC2 until you gain the necessary experience.

Bootcamp Structure

The CISSP bootcamp runs over five consecutive days, Monday through Friday, with live, instructor-led online sessions. Each day focuses on specific security domains with a blend of lectures, case studies, and practical exercises. The intensive structure is designed for experienced professionals who want to earn this prestigious certification and advance their cybersecurity careers.

Be certification-ready in just 1 week — enroll now for only $2,995*

Bootcamp Schedule

Our bootcamp programs follow an accelerated 5-day format with live online instruction. Students participate in daily sessions Monday through Friday, combining theoretical knowledge with hands-on practical experience.

Bootcamps are offered throughout the academic year with multiple start dates:

Bootcamp Schedule

Bootcamp Month

May Dates

MAY SESSION 1 DATES

25th - 29th

Bootcamp Month

June Dates

JUNE SESSION 1 DATES

29th - Jul 3rd

Bootcamp Month

July Dates

JULY SESSION 1 DATES

27th - 31st

Unlimited Certification Exam Policy*

All bootcamp programs include unlimited certification exam attempts. Students may retake their certification exam as many times as necessary until they achieve a passing score, providing confidence and reducing test anxiety.


5-Day Course Breakdown

Day 1
DAY 1

Security and Risk Management: Security governance principles, compliance requirements, legal and regulatory issues, professional ethics, security policies and procedures, risk management concepts, threat modeling, and business continuity planning.

Day 2
DAY 2

Asset Security and Security Architecture: Data classification, ownership and retention, privacy protection, cryptographic concepts and applications, security models and frameworks, secure design principles, and engineering processes.

Day 3
DAY 3

Communication and Network Security: Network architecture and design, secure network components, secure protocols, network attacks and countermeasures, and Identity and Access Management fundamentals including authentication, authorization, and access control models.

Day 4
DAY 4

Security Assessment and Testing: Assessment and testing strategies, security process data collection and analysis, security audits, vulnerability assessments, penetration testing, and Security Operations including investigations, incident management, and disaster recovery.

Day 5
DAY 5

Software Development Security: Secure software development lifecycle, application security controls, security in development environments, database security, cloud security considerations, and comprehensive exam preparation strategies.

CISSP Exam Details

CISSP

Exam Code

3

Hours (adaptive)

100–150

Questions (adaptive)

700/1000

Passing Score

CISSP Domain Breakdown

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    Security and Risk Management (16%)

    Security governance, compliance, legal/regulatory issues, professional ethics, risk management, business continuity, and personnel security.

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    Asset Security (10%)

    Information and asset classification, ownership, privacy protection, data retention, and secure handling requirements.

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    Security Architecture and Engineering (13%)

    Security models, frameworks, design principles, cryptography, physical security, and secure engineering processes.

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    Communication and Network Security (13%)

    Network architecture, secure components and protocols, network security controls, and attack countermeasures.

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    Identity and Access Management (IAM) (13%)

    Physical and logical access control, identification, authentication, authorization, accountability, and federated identity.

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    Security Assessment and Testing (12%)

    Security assessments, testing strategies, audits, vulnerability assessments, penetration testing, and security process analysis.

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    Security Operations (13%)

    Investigations, incident management, disaster recovery, logging and monitoring, patch management, and change management.

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    Software Development Security (10%)

    Secure SDLC, application security, database security, secure coding practices, and software security testing.

Hands-On Security Labs: Practice Real Enterprise Security Scenarios

You'll practice in online labs designed to mirror real cybersecurity leadership tasks:

Risk Assessment
Risk assessment and threat modeling
Architecture
Security architecture design
Access Control
Access control implementation
Network Security
Network security configuration
Incident Response
Incident response and forensics
Cryptography
Cryptographic solutions
Assessment
Security assessment and testing
Auditing
Compliance auditing and reporting

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    Security program management and oversight

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    Network Security Fundamentals

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Career Support for Bootcamp Students

Career Support For Bootcamp Students

Career support to help you find your next job role:

  • Access to hundreds of exclusive CIAT partner job postings
  • Access to SkillsFirst AI resume building and mock interview platforms
  • Access to career development workshops and events

Bootcamp FAQs

The CISSP Bootcamp is designed for experienced cybersecurity professionals looking to validate their expertise and advance into senior security roles. This bootcamp is perfect for:

  • Security professionals with 5+ years of experience in information security across multiple domains.

  • IT managers, security analysts, and architects that are ready to prove their enterprise security knowledge.

  • Consultants and advisors who design and implement comprehensive security programs.

  • Career advancers seeking the industry's most recognized cybersecurity certification to increase earning potential.

With expert instruction from CISSP-certified professionals, intensive domain coverage, hands-on exercises, and unlimited certification exam attempts, participants gain the advanced knowledge and credentials needed to lead enterprise security initiatives.

No. You can take the bootcamp and exam without meeting the full experience requirement. If you pass the exam but don't have 5 years of qualifying experience, you'll become an Associate of ISC2 and have 6 years to gain the necessary experience to achieve full CISSP certification. However, the bootcamp content assumes you have substantial security experience to fully benefit from the advanced material.

Absolutely. CISSP is the most recognized certification for cybersecurity leadership roles. CIAT's 5-day intensive bootcamp provides expert instruction from CISSP-certified professionals, hands-on labs, comprehensive domain coverage, and unlimited exam attempts.

The CISSP bootcamp costs $995 (regularly $2,640). This includes all course materials, hands-on labs, unlimited certification exam attempts, and career support services. Your certification achievements can be applied as transfer credits toward any CIAT certificate or degree program.

CIAT is an ISC2 Authorized Training Partner, ensuring you receive official curriculum and materials. Unlike self-study, you get live guidance from CISSP-certified instructors, comprehensive hands-on labs, premium practice exams, and unlimited certification exam attempts.

Yes. CISSP validates the expertise needed for senior security positions including Security Architect, CISO, Security Director, and IT Manager roles. It demonstrates you can design, implement, and manage enterprise security programs—skills that qualify you for leadership positions.

All CIAT bootcamps are delivered live online with interactive labs and real-time instructor support, allowing you to participate from anywhere.

The CISSP bootcamp runs 9 hours per day with a 1-hour break:

  • 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM PST / 12:00 PM – 9:00 PM EST

Short answer: YES! It’s truly unlimited. You receive your first exam voucher on Day 4 of the bootcamp to ensure you’re properly prepared. If you don’t pass on your first attempt, you’ll need to complete 2 practice exams at 85% or higher to demonstrate readiness before receiving your next voucher. After 2 failed attempts, you will be offered the opportunity to retake the entire bootcamp instruction at no cost to strengthen your knowledge and receive additional support.

You can retake the exam as many times as needed until you pass! After your first failed attempt, you’ll need to complete 2 practice exams scoring 85% or higher to identify knowledge gaps and ensure better preparation. We provide additional study materials, personalized support, and unlimited exam vouchers at no extra cost.

Refunds are calculated based on how much instruction you've received:

  • Cancel by the end of Day 1 (8 hours or 20% of the course) = 80% refund.

  • Cancel by the end of Day 2 (16 hours or 40% of the course) = 60% refund.

  • Cancel by the end of Day 3 (24 hours or 60% of the course) = 40% refund.

  • Cancel after Day 3 (more than 60% completed) = no refund available.

No refund is available once you complete Day 3 (24 hours of instruction or 60% of the course). This policy ensures fairness since you've received the majority of the course content and instruction by this point.

Yes. You can turn your CISSP certification achievements into transfer credits that apply toward any CIAT certificate or degree program. This allows you to seamlessly transition from bootcamp training to full academic programs while maximizing the value of your learning investment. Academic advisors are available to guide you in integrating your certifications into your personalized degree plan.

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