experience_req
5 yrs IT incl. 3 in security + 1 in a CCSP domain (CCSK or CISSP can substitute)
exam_format
125 multiple-choice questions
exam_length
3 hours
exam_fee
$599
renewal
Every 3 yrs · 90 CPEs + $135/yr AMF
Issuers change fees and exam details, so confirm current requirements with ISC2.
Who it's for
Experienced security and IT professionals responsible for securing cloud environments. It fits architects, engineers and consultants who design or assess cloud workloads across providers.
Cloud Security ArchitectCloud Security EngineerSecurity Consultant
The six exam domains
- 01Cloud Concepts, Architecture and Design
- 02Cloud Data Security
- 03Cloud Platform and Infrastructure Security
- 04Cloud Application Security
- 05Cloud Security Operations
- 06Legal, Risk and Compliance
Where it sits in the cert path
- Security+Entry
- CISSPAdvanced
- CCSPAdvanced