CISOs, which cybersecurity certification do you feel is most important for a security professional on your team to obtain?

Training & CertificationAwareness & Training

Certified in Risk and Information Systems Control (CRISC)10%

Certified Information Security Manager (CISM)46%

Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)36%

Something else2%

None of these4%

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Principle Consultant in IT Services3 years ago

It really depends on their role. I would rather focus on certifications that help them.

Director of IT in Software4 years ago

Any SANS cert is highly appreciated.

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