Certified Wireless Security Professional
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The Certified Wireless Security Professional (CWSP) is an advanced level certification that measures the ability to secure any wireless network.[1]
A wide range of security topics focusing on the 802.11 wireless LAN technology are covered in the coursework and exam, which is vendor neutral.
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[edit] Certification track
The CWSP certification is awarded to candidates who pass the CWSP exam and who also hold the CWNA certification. The CWNA certification is a prerequisite to taking the CWSP exam.[1]
[edit] CWSP requirements
This certification covers a wide range of security areas. These include detecting attacks, wireless analysis, policy, monitoring and solutions.[2]
[edit] Recertification
The CWSP certification is valid for three years.[3] The certification may be renewed by retaking the CWSP exam or by advancing on to CWNE which is a lifetime qualification (as of 1/1/07).[3]
[edit] See also
Professional certification (Computer technology)
[edit] References
- ^ a b Preparation Guide for Exam PW0-200 - Wireless LAN Security. cwnp.com. Retrieved on 2008-02-17.
- ^ CWSP Objectives http://www.cwnp.com/exams/pw0200.html
- ^ a b How to Recertify. cwnp.com. Retrieved on 2008-02-17.
