The Certified in Cybersecurity (CC) Examination duration is set at 2 hours, during which participants will encounter a total of 100 questions. The question format for this examination is multiple choice, wherein test-takers select the most appropriate response from the provided options. To successfully pass the CC Examination, candidates must achieve a score of at least 700 out of the total 1000 points. The examination is available in various languages, including English, Chinese, Japanese, Korean, German, and Spanish, allowing a diverse range of individuals to participate. Test sessions are conducted at Pearson VUE Testing Centers, where candidates can take the exam under secure and controlled conditions.

The exam covers 5 domains as follows:-

Domain 1: Security Principles (24%)

1.1 Understand cybersecurity concepts

1.2 Understand risk management concepts

1.3 Understand governance concepts

1.4 Understand cybersecurity controls

1.5 Maintain professional and ethical conduct

Domain 2: Security Governance (17.3%)

2.1 Plan Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC)

2.2 Understand redundancy

2.3 Understand security awareness

2.4 Measure cybersecurity effectiveness

Domain 3: Identity And Access Management (IAM) Concepts (20%)

3.1 Understand identity life cycle management

3.2 Understand logical access controls

Domain 4: Networking and Cloud Security Concepts (21.3%)

4.1 Understand network security

4.2 Understand network security architecture

4.3 Understand cloud security

Domain 5: Security Operations and Incident Response (17.3%)

5.1 Understand data security

5.2 Understand security operations

5.3 Understand Incident Response (IR)

5.4 Understand asset protection

5.5 Understand security testing