ISA Cybersecurity Fundamentals Specialist
Cybersecurity-Fundamentals
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Threat Landscape
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Securing Assets
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What topics are on the ISACA ISA Cybersecurity Fundamentals Specialist exam?
The ISACA ISA Cybersecurity Fundamentals Specialist exam is organized into 4 domains. The highest‑weight domains are Securing Assets and Information Security Fundamentals.
How do I earn the ISACA ISA Cybersecurity Fundamentals Specialist certification?
Official Pathway Guidance
Track: Cybersecurity
Alternative Paths
- ISC2-CCISC2 Certified in Cybersecurity
- CyberArk-DefenderCyberArk Defender
Career Paths & Salaries
- Security Analyst
- IT Auditor
- Security Manager
- Risk Analyst
- Governance Professional
Complementary Skills
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Network fundamentals
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Cloud computing basics
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Programming/scripting basics
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Risk management principles
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Compliance and regulatory knowledge
Certification Maintenance
- Recertification Options:Not required - certificate does not expire
How to study for the ISACA ISA Cybersecurity Fundamentals Specialist exam?
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Official Resources
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ISACA Cybersecurity Nexus (CSX) ResourcesResource hubISACA Now BlogBlogNIST Cybersecurity FrameworkFramework documentationOWASP ResourcesSecurity resourcesCommunity Resources
ISACA CommunityOnline communityWhat's changed on the ISACA ISA Cybersecurity Fundamentals Specialist exam in 2026?
This section summarizes what’s changed for the ISACA ISA Cybersecurity Fundamentals Specialist and the current exam status (ACTIVE).
Official Links & References
ISACA State of Cybersecurity 2024
Cybersecurity Skills Gap Analysis
Future of Cybersecurity Certifications
Technology Coverage
Cloud Security FundamentalsCurrent
Increased cloud security content in exam
Released: 2023-01-01Zero Trust ArchitectureCurrent
Zero Trust principles added to security architecture topics
Released: 2023-06-01AI and ML SecurityEmerging
AI security concepts being considered for future updates
Released: 2024-01-01Industry Trends
- Increasing demand for entry-level cybersecurity professionals
- Growing emphasis on security awareness across all roles
- Remote work driving need for distributed security knowledge
- AI and automation changing security operations landscape
- Supply chain security becoming critical focus area
Who should take the ISACA ISA Cybersecurity Fundamentals Specialist exam?
The ISACA ISA Cybersecurity Fundamentals Specialist is designed for IS/IT practitioners and related roles.
Recommended Experience
- Basic understanding of IT concepts
- Interest in cybersecurity field
- Some exposure to business or IT environments
Target Audience
- IS/IT practitioners
- Students and recent graduates
- Career changers moving into cybersecurity
- Non-technical professionals seeking cybersecurity knowledge
- Entry-level cybersecurity professionals
Experience Level: Entry-level
How much does the ISACA ISA Cybersecurity Fundamentals Specialist cost?
The official exam fee for the ISACA ISA Cybersecurity Fundamentals Specialist is $150 USD.
| Exam Cost | $150 USD |
| Scheduling | Official exam scheduling page |
| Testing Centers | Online Proctored via PSI |
| Online Proctoring | Available |
How long is the ISACA ISA Cybersecurity Fundamentals Specialist certification valid?
The ISACA ISA Cybersecurity Fundamentals Specialist certification is typically valid for No expiration (see renewal options below).
| Valid For | No expiration |
| Recertification |
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What jobs can I get with the ISACA ISA Cybersecurity Fundamentals Specialist certification?
Career Benefits
- Validates foundational cybersecurity knowledge
- Enhances resume/CV for entry-level positions
- Provides pathway to advanced certifications
- Demonstrates commitment to cybersecurity field
- Globally recognized credential