Areas Covered

• Cyber security terminology
• The basics of computer networks
• Security policies
• Incident response
• Passwords
• Introduction to cryptographic principles

Who is GISF for?

• Anyone new to cyber security who needs an introduction to security fundamentals
• Non-IT security managers
• Professionals with basic computer and technical knowledge
• Career changers to cyber security
• Managers, information security officers, and system administrators
• Anyone who writes, implements, or must adhere to enterprise security policy

GISF with CyberLive

GIAC knows that cyber security professionals need:

• Discipline-specific certifications
• Practical testing that validates their knowledge and hands-on skills

In response to this industry-wide need, GIAC developed CyberLive - hands-on, real-world practical testing.

CyberLive testing creates a lab environment where cyber practitioners prove their knowledge, understanding, and skill using:

• Actual programs
• Actual code
• Virtual machines

Candidates are asked practical questions that require performance of real-world-like tasks that mimic specialized job roles.

Exam Format

• 1 proctored exam
• 75-79 Questions
• Time limit of 2-3 hours
• Minimum passing score of 71%

Note:GIAC reserves the right to change the specifications for each certification without notice. Based on a scientific passing point study, the passing point for the GISF exam has been determined to be 72% for all candidates receiving access to their certification attempts on or after June 12th, 2018.

Delivery

NOTE: All GIAC Certification exams are web-based and required to be proctored. There are two proctoring options: remote proctoring through ProctorU, and onsite proctoring through PearsonVUE.

Course Details