Certificazioni di sicurezza IT più ricercate per guadagni maggiori in questo momento
In the ever-evolving landscape of cybersecurity, certifications play a crucial role in validating the skills and expertise of professionals. Here's a roundup of some of the most sought-after cybersecurity certifications, their requirements, and the potential market value they bring.
The Offensive Security Defensive Analyst (OSDA) certification, offered by OffSec, equips candidates with the skills to identify and respond to threats in a lab environment. To earn this certification, candidates must submit an incident response report within 48 hours. The training and exam fees for the OSDA are $1,749. According to Foote Partners' 2Q 2025 "IT Skills Demand and Pay Trends Report," OSDA certified professionals can expect an average pay premium of 11%.
OffSec also offers the Offensive Security Certified Professional (OSCP) and Offensive Security Exploitation Expert (OSEE) certifications. The OSCP certification, earned by completing the PEN-200: Penetration Testing with Kali Linux course and passing the subsequent exam, costs $1,649 for the course and exam bundle, or $2,079 annually for a one-year subscription including a lab environment. The OSEE, a vendor-specific certification focusing on advanced Windows exploitation, requires candidates to have experience debugging, developing Windows exploits, and using specific technologies. The practical exam for the OSEE requires candidates to complete a comprehensive penetration test of software and create an exploit within a lab environment - all within 72 hours.
EC-Council's Certified Chief Information Security Officer (C|CISO) certification is designed for various professionals, including CEOs, managing directors, delivery managers, and security auditors. The certification exam comprises 150 questions across three levels: knowledge, application, and analysis. The C|CISO certification is valid for three years, and candidates must maintain it through continuing education requirements and a $100 annual fee.
The CyberSecurity Forensic Analyst Certification teaches professionals how to conduct a forensic examination of digital devices and communicate their analysis to stakeholders. The exam consists of 50 multiple-choice questions and a hands-on scenario. Candidates must score 85% across the two sections, with the practical scenario carrying 70% of the grade weight. The exam fees for this certification are $750, but are waived for Edmonds College students.
Another vendor-neutral certificate is the Certificate of Cloud Security Knowledge (CCSK), offered by the Cloud Security Alliance. This certification covers topics in cloud incident response, application security, data encryption, and more. The training fees for the CCSK vary based on modality, with a course bundling the exam for $795 and online, instructor-led training starting at €1,160. The exam fees cost $599, with discounts for corporate members and US military veterans taking it for free.
Lastly, the GIAC Certified Intrusion Analyst Certification focuses on traffic analysis, network and host monitoring, and intrusion detection through Snort and Zeek. To earn this certification, professionals must score a 67% on a 106-question, 4-hour exam. The exam fees for the GIAC Certified Intrusion Analyst Certification are $999 for the first attempt, and $899 for retakes.
In Germany, certifications and employer awards such as the "Top-Arbeitgeber" seal in hospitality and gastronomy indicate companies offering the highest average salary progression for certified employees. Specifically, employers scoring over 80% of points in the audit receive this seal and associated monetary advantages.
According to Foote Partners' report, the market value increase for OSDA certified professionals is 11.1%, while the average pay premium for OSDA certified professionals is 10%. Similarly, the market value increase for C|CISO certified professionals is 10%, and the average pay premium for C|CISO certified professionals is 10%. The market value increase for CyberSecurity Forensic Analyst certified professionals is 11.1%, and the average pay premium for these professionals is 10%. The market value increase for GIAC Certified Intrusion Analyst certified professionals is also 11.1%, with an average pay premium of 10%.
In conclusion, cybersecurity certifications not only validate the skills and expertise of professionals but also offer potential market value increases. Whether you're a seasoned professional or just starting your career in cybersecurity, there's a certification out there that can help you advance in your field.
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