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  • December 1, 2004 at 6:07 am #2288336

    CISA Vs CISSP

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    by mandar · about 19 years, 4 months ago

    Hi there,

    I want to know difference between CISA and CISSP exams.

    Does anybody know about the difference in the same and their market value.

    Thanks in advance.

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    • December 1, 2004 at 11:00 pm #3315100

      CISSP covers more ground

      by house · about 19 years, 4 months ago

      In reply to CISA Vs CISSP

      Not to insult the integrity of the CISA, the CISSP is more recognized in the field and demands more for certification. CISSP is to info sec what PMP is to project management.

      here is one case example who took both…
      http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/cisspstudy/2002-q1/0009.html

    • December 17, 2004 at 5:03 am #3300316

      Reply To: CISA Vs CISSP

      by tnt_zwz · about 19 years, 4 months ago

      In reply to CISA Vs CISSP

      the cissp certification is more valueable

    • December 17, 2004 at 12:43 pm #3300156

      I think the CISM is a better cert to compare to CISSP

      by uofm · about 19 years, 4 months ago

      In reply to CISA Vs CISSP

      Having said that. CISSP is still more recognized.

      • August 24, 2007 at 10:04 am #2625879

        CISSP is much better

        by caverdog · about 16 years, 8 months ago

        In reply to I think the CISM is a better cert to compare to CISSP

        ISACA is a rediculous organization. I’ve had my CISSP since 2003 and I just passed the CISM test (I’ll get the cert ’cause I already paid). I also have ISC2’s CAP Cert. All the tests are scantron, but ISACA takes 8 weeks before they mail the results. Their verification is also insanely complicated, and their test was one dimensional. The beurocracy of only holding the test 2X/year and then having it with 300 of your closests friends monitored by people from India who cannot relay instructions in clear english. 4 of 5 proctors (including the lead) were from India with thick accents. This was exacerbated by telling us to show up at 7:30 am on saturday for a 4 hour exam starting at 9:00 am. I passed but the extra hour of sleep would have been nice. Also, their continuing ed requirement seems to be setup to make you take classes, whereas ISC2 understands the value of self study, particularly if you pass a certification to prove your study (like the CISM!) 🙂

        • November 15, 2007 at 2:05 am #2482219

          Both are great with different focus

          by jamesndove · about 16 years, 5 months ago

          In reply to CISSP is much better

          CISA focusses more on IT Audit, Control and Governance while the CISSP is purely security. If you are an IT Sec enthusiast then the CISSP is the right route. If you want to understand IT Security but also want to broaden your Business and Control understanding then CISA is a must. It all depends on what you aspire to be.

    • December 23, 2004 at 8:34 pm #3319126

      CISA

      by secure_lockdown9 · about 19 years, 4 months ago

      In reply to CISA Vs CISSP

      I am seeing some very good looking jobs (on paper at least) that are requiring the CISA.

    • January 28, 2005 at 11:57 pm #3323740

      Books for CISA

      by mandar · about 19 years, 2 months ago

      In reply to CISA Vs CISSP

      Hi,

      Those who are experienced can suggest good books for CISA?

      Thanks in advance.

      • June 12, 2006 at 2:56 am #3144915

        CISA book

        by faiz · about 17 years, 10 months ago

        In reply to Books for CISA

        As far as I know the CISA Review Maual ‘CRM’ is the best book. CISA is comparatively easy if you have the relative experience in the IS or IT field.

      • February 23, 2007 at 10:10 am #2494730

        CISA Book

        by dspeacock · about 17 years, 1 month ago

        In reply to Books for CISA

        I’m currently studying for my CISA, and I’m using Sybex’s CISA Study guide. I looked at a couple of other ones, and this one was the clearest to understand, as well as being better written than the others I looked at.
        It lists @ 60.00, but I got if from barnesandnoble.com for 32.00 (new). If you’re interested, the ISBN is 0-7821-4438-1.

    • February 6, 2005 at 12:09 am #3344038

      CISSP CBT’s which one to buy BEST Advice.

      by bongs16 · about 19 years, 2 months ago

      In reply to CISA Vs CISSP

      Are you looking to purchase a CISSP CBT? Email me and get the real facts on what is the best one to purchase. Otherwise you will end up paying too much and wish you had not. bongs16@hotmail.com

    • August 26, 2008 at 8:15 am #2789815

      CISA vs CISSP

      by lawbantell · about 15 years, 7 months ago

      In reply to CISA Vs CISSP

      Please check this link http://www.cramsession.com/ for their market value

      You may need to search the domains covered by these certifications to understand the difference

    • March 30, 2009 at 2:04 pm #2949331

      CISSP is more broadly established

      by johnreiling · about 15 years ago

      In reply to CISA Vs CISSP

      Just look up the number of CISSP certification holders, and you will see that it is better known. That probably tells the whole story, although you could look into the specific niche value that the CISA might provide to you.
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