GIAC Program Overview 2015 Q4 Version Program Overview - GIAC Certification 2015 1
What is GIAC? GIAC is the Global Information Assurance Certification program GIAC assesses candidate knowledge in specific subject areas and grants credentials in the field of IT Security GIAC has issued more than 75,000 credentials since 1999 Program Overview - GIAC Certification 2015 2
The GIAC Certification Program: Validates real-world competency Focuses on hands-on concepts Offers specific skills based certifications aligned with critical infosec job duties Is highly respected among both industry leaders and technical practitioners Program Overview - GIAC Certification 2015 3
Benefits of Certification Personal Perks Increased salary and upward mobility Prestige, confidence and demonstrated ability Industry Benefits Confirms individuals have specific technical skill sets Stronger community bonds Reinforcement of Education Management Tool Dusty books help no one Program Overview - GIAC Certification 2015 4
GIAC Earns SC Magazine s Award for Best Professional Certification Program The prestigious, performance-based GIAC Security Expert Credential was named 'Best Professional Certification' by SC Magazine in 2011 GIAC Credentials have been finalists in SC Magazine s 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, & 2015 Best Professional Certification Program category (GCFA, GSEC, GCIA, GWAPT, GSE) Program Overview - GIAC Certification 2015
GIAC Certifications GSEC - Security Essentials GISF - Information Security Fundamentals GPPA - Perimeter Protection GSLC - Security Leadership GCIA - Intrusion Analyst GSNA - System & Network Auditor GCIH - Incident Handler GISP - Information Security Professional GCFA - Forensics Analyst GAWN - Auditing Wireless Networks GCUX - Unix Security GREM - Reverse-Engineering Malware GCWN - Windows Security GPEN - Penetration Tester GSSP - Secure Coding GWAPT - Web App Pen Testing GCED - Enterprise Defender GCPM - InfoSec Project Management GCFE - Forensics Examiner GLEG - InfoSec Legal Issues GWEB - Web App Defender GMOB - Mobile Device Security Analyst GXPN - Advanced Pen Test GICSP - Industrial Control GNFA - Network Forensics GCCC - Critical Controls GMON Continuous InfoSec Monitoring Complete Certification list: www.giac.org Program Overview - GIAC Certification 2015 6
GIAC Certification Options GIAC Certification Multiple choice exam GIAC Gold Status Add a research project and technical report GIAC Expert Status Highest certification level Program Overview - GIAC Certification 2015 7
Registration Register for GIAC certification at the conference Only $659, after the conference ends the price goes up to $999 Go to the conference registration desk or call (301) 654-7267 You have four months to complete the certification Program Overview - GIAC Certification 2015 8
ISO/ANSI 17024 Accredited ISO/IEC/ANSI 17024 is a quality standard for organizations granting certifications The GIAC program was accredited by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI) 17024 standard in 2007, GSEC and GSLC In 2009 added GCIH, GCIA, and GCFA In 2013 added GPEN, GCED and GSNA In 2014 added GCFE, GICSP and GMOB Program Overview - GIAC Certification 2015 9
US Department Of Defense 8570 DoD Directive 8570 provides guidance and procedures for the training, certification, and management of the DoD workforce conducting Information Assurance functions. It also provides guidance on reporting metrics. The GIAC certification program has multiple certifications included on the official 8570 list GSEC, GCIA, GCIH, GSLC, GSNA, GCED, GCFA Program Overview - GIAC Certification 2015 10
GIAC Exam Details All GIAC certification exams are taken at Pearson-VUE testing centers Exams are open book and notes (think paper), not open electronic devices (no Google or pdfs) Common GIAC Exam formats: 75 question, two hour exams 115 question, three hour exams 150 question, four hour exams GSEC is 180 question, five hour exam You receive 2 complimentary practice tests ($258 value) Certification exams associated with this conference must be completed within 120 days of account activation Program Overview - GIAC Certification 2015 11
Preparing for Your GIAC Exam Be familiar with exam objectives Reread all the slides and notes sections from your course material Build your hands-on skills by revisiting in-class exercises Listen to the course audio mp3 files Utilize your practice tests Program Overview - GIAC Certification 2015 12
Study Time Put in regular study time, don t cram On average, students who pass their GIAC exams put in 55 hours of study time, in addition to classroom training For GSEC the average is higher, over 70 hours Take time to prepare, it will pay off! Program Overview - GIAC Certification 2015 13
You re Certified! Name and expiration dates for ALL GIAC certifications are posted on the GIAC Certified Professionals website Utilize the official GIAC logos: http:// www.giac.org/certified-professionals/businesscard-logos Claim your Digital Badge: https:// www.giac.org/digitalbadges Program Overview - GIAC Certification 2015 14
GIAC Advisory Board Open to anyone who earns an exam score of at least 90% when obtaining a GIAC certification More than 2,000 active members Honors and demonstrated interest Opportunities Benefits Program Overview - GIAC Certification 2015 15
Certification Maintenance Security changes rapidly! GIAC certifications are valid for four years $399 certification renewal fee due once every four years, includes option for current training material from SANS Multiple renewal options Retest, continuing education, published technical paper Discounts available for multiple certifications due within the same two-calendar-year period After first one, all others within 2 calendar years are $199 Benefits to maintaining your certification: The longer you hold the certification, the more valuable it is www.giac.org/certification-renewal/ Program Overview - GIAC Certification 2015 16
GIAC Certification SANS Training Not Required Attempting GIAC Certification without training from SANS Subject matter experts Industry experience Same requirements apply, price is $1,149 Practice exams are provided Available for most certifications Program Overview - GIAC Certification 2015 17
SANS Technology Institute GIAC is one of the assessment and grading arms of the SANS Technology Institute STI is a Master s degree program STI is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education to award MS Degrees Applications are being accepted http://www.sans.edu for more info Program Overview - GIAC Certification 2015 18
Where Do I Go for Information? GIAC web site: http://www.giac.org SANS web site: http://www.sans.org Copy of this presentation: http://www.giac.org/overview/program_overview.pdf GIAC FAQ page: http://www.giac.org/faq.php GIAC general e-mail address: info@giac.org GIAC proctor questions: proctor@giac.org Program Overview - GIAC Certification 2015 19
QUESTIONS? Now is a time for you to ask any questions you have about SANS, GIAC, or the certification process OR E-mail any time to info@giac.org Program Overview - GIAC Certification 2015 20