What are ACSA credentials?

The Associate level normally requires two exams to achieve. The Associate exam is an objective test that candidates can take online or on skype, while professional exam candidates only have access to one option. ACSA certification holders are able to earn up to 12 continuing education units through their participation in the ISSA - ISC Security Forum of Interest Community of Interest (COI) and at most 16 continuing education units through their participation in the IT Security Resources Community of Interest (CIOI) which are also covered in our CISSP Dumps. The ACSA consists of a single certification covering all aspects of computer security. It is a foundational certification for information security professionals. This credential provides a foundation for the core skills required of entry-level information security professionals and the fundamental knowledge for career growth into more advanced positions, or to prepare for certifications at a higher level. Passing this exam does not qualify a candidate for any CISSP certification nor does it make an individual eligible for any other ISC credential.

Following Prerequisites are needed for ISC CISSP Certification Exam

According to CISSP Dumps there are the following Prerequisites for ISC CISSP Certification Exam

• An accredited college degree, plus a minimum of five years of information security work experience (two years as a security administrator and three years as a security analyst). OR, an accredited college degree and at least one year of information security work experience (one year as a security administrator and two years as an analyst).

A minimum of eight credit hours each in the following:

• Six credit hours in the following:
• Risk Management Principles and Practices (8 SH: 2.5 CISSP Domain IV), and Security Management Practices (8 SH: 2.5 ISC Domain I).
• Communications and Network Security (6 SH: 2.5), and Security Architecture and Design (6 SH: 2.5).

Certification Path of ISC CISSP Certification Exam

ISC CISSP Certification Path of ISC CISSP Certification Exam

Gain a solid foundation in information security, including a grasp of the principles and concepts used in the field. Learn the essential skills that lead to leadership positions within an organization. Gain experience as part of a team using appropriate information security processes to achieve specific business goals. Learn how to exercise leadership over those processes as well as peers and employees. Integrate enterprise risk management into company policies and procedures.

• Become certified by demonstrating knowledge of information security concepts, principles, and practices.
• Use the knowledge gained in the CISSP Exam Guide to build a career in information security.
• Apply the skills learned in the ISC CBK Guide to become an ISC Certified Security Professional (ISCSP).
• Apply the skills learned in the CISSP Test Prep Course to develop security solutions for current and future projects.
• Become aware of new technologies that could improve security efforts.
• Improve personal skills through self-assessment, reflection, feedback, and mentoring opportunities.

What are PCSA credentials?

The Professional level normally requires earning six exams to achieve, while associate requires six exams to achieve. The Associate exam is an objective test that candidates can take online or on skype, while professional exam candidates only have access to one option. The PCSA consists of a single certification covering information security management principles and concepts. It provides a foundation for the core skills required of entry-level information security professionals and the fundamental knowledge for career growth into more advanced positions, or to prepare for certifications at a higher level. Passing this exam does not qualify a candidate for any CISSP certification nor does it make an individual eligible for any other ISC credential.

Reference: https://www.isc2.org/cissp/default.aspx