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Certificate of Competence in Zero Trust (CCZT)
The certificate provides an in-depth understanding of Zero Trust architecture, its components, and its functioning. Earning the CCZT is critical for security professionals seeking to advance their careers and for organizations who must maintain strong security postures. With Zero Trust established as the future of information security, a Zero Trust based approach will inevitably become a requirement for organizations and a required skill for professionals.
Course Overview
While this course doesn’t require prerequisites, we recommend that students have at least a basic understanding of networks and network security. It is also recommended to have taken the Certificate of Cloud Security Knowledge (CCSK) first.
Learning Objectives
Zero Trust and Zero Trust Architecture general
concepts and definitions
Zero Trust goals, objectives, and benefits
Zero Trust Architecture logical model and key
components
Software Defined Perimeter
Zero Trust Planning
Zero Trust Implementation
Framework Connections
The materials within this course focus on the NICE Framework Task, Knowledge, and Skill statements identified within the indicated NICE Framework component(s):
Specialty Areas
- Cybersecurity Management
- Executive Cyber Leadership
- Program/Project Management and Acquisition
- Risk Management
- Strategic Planning and Policy
Feedback
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