Due to the tragic events that took place on September 11, 2001, Congress made the decision to strengthen the protection of our national computer networks. They took steps to provide effective government-wide management and oversight of the nations information security risks. On December 17, 2002, the Federal Information Security Management Act (FISMA) became law requiring all federal agencies, including the DoD (Department of Defense), to become compliant. The Defense-wide Information Assurance Program (DIAP) was formed to develop a program and document that would be the guideline for the Directive called DoD Directive 8570.1M. The document was released in 2006.

How does The Security Certified Program fit in? 

Our SCNP (Security Certified Network Professional) qualifies for the Tech 2 Position. Our SCNA (Security Certified Network Architect) qualified for the Tech 3 Position.

Why SCP certifications?

Network Security is essential to every business and organization. Data theft, loss of productivity and decreased profits are unfortunately commonplace due to security breaches. IT Security Pros must be specifically trained to think proactively. The Security Certified Program's SCNS, SCNP and SCNA certifications provide a solid knowledge of both defense network security systems and the newer trusted needs of security.

Over the years, certification has become the foundation method for verification of an employees skill. The demand for IT professionals with skills in the fast changing world of network security have been hard to find. When those people are found, there has been no solid method of verification of those skills. The Security Certified Program has changed that. Today's complex electronic world requires IT pros with security skills above the standard. The Security Certified Program ensures that employers know that those candidates holding SCP certifications have undergone extensive training, and have passed the difficult and detailed examinations.

The IT industry has changed.  The skills required of Security Professionals have changed. Networks are moving away from purely perimeter-based defensive protection and towards complex, interconnected trusted communication systems.  As this change progresses, it requires those IT pros trusted to maintain the communication paths have only the best in education and that their skills can be verified.

Earning your SCNS, SCNP and SCNA certifications verifies your commitment to excellence in security skill acquisition and dedication to staying on the leading edge of IT security.

Security+ Certified Individuals now have the foundational knowledge to challenge themselves with the SCNS program. With a vendor-neutral format, the SCNS introduces different platforms, advanced information and hands-on labs for all of the need-to-know security issues, including: These skills include, but are not limited to: Network Defense Fundamentals, Advanced TCP/IP, Routers and Access Control Lists, Designing Firewalls, Configuring Firewalls, Configuring Virtual Private Networks, Designing an Intrusion Detection System, Configuring an Intrusion Detection System and Securing Wireless Networks. The SCNS exam is designed to validate the foundational skills required by security professionals.

CISSP Certified Individuals have proven their knowledge of IT Security. With SCP certifications, they can gain comprehensive insight on the hands-on skills that are vital to have on the job everyday. With a vendor-neutral format, the SCNP certification covers Network Traffic Signatures, Security Policy, Risk Analysis, Router Security, Operating System Security, Advanced Knowledge of the TCP suite, Network Security Basics AND tough design and implementation labs on IDS and Firewalls.

Advanced topics in the SCNA program include: Law and Legislation issues, Forensics, a critically acclaimed section on Wireless Security, Securing Email, Biometrics, Strong Authentication, Digital Certificates and Digital Signatures, PKI Policy and Architecture, and Cryptography. This newly-upgraded program offers these advanced topics WITH the hands-on labs that deliver the skills you must add to your strong knowledge base.

Earning your SCNS, SCNP and SCNA certifications verifies your commitment to excellence in security skill acquisition and dedication to staying on the leading edge of IT security.

Tactical Perimeter Defense (SCP-SCNS ~ 5 days)

Strategic Infrastructure Security (SCP-SCNP ~ 5 days)