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RE: Distinctions in Certification


From: "Mitchell" <mitchell () attackprevention com>
Date: Thu, 14 Aug 2003 15:08:45 -0600

Whats the difference between the different security certifications?
ie. GIAC cert vs. CISSP? Whats the different in the eyes of the
industry, as well as prospective employers (if you are wanting to
draw a distinction between the two).

To specifically answer your question, CISSP is management oriented.  It 
is not terribly in depth on any particular topic but covers many 
different topics.  GIAC is more technical in nature and requires some 
practical writing.  I'm sure their respective web sites could give you 
more info.

http://www.giac.org/overview.php

https://www.isc2.org/cgi/content.cgi?category=19
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