EC-Council Certified Security Analyst

EC-Council Certified Security Analyst (ECSA)

ECSA certification is an advanced-level security certification that focuses on real-world scenarios, giving you hands-on experience and knowledge to handle complex security threats.

Focus

The EC-Council Certified Security Analyst certification focuses on Network Security, Firewalls, Network Intrusion Detection and Prevention Systems, VPNs, and more.

Exam Duration

The EC-Council Certified Security Analyst exam duration is 120 minutes

Num of Question

The exam contains a total of 50 questions

Exam Fee

The exam fee is $599 USD.

Exam Validity

The CCRN-Pediatric certification is valid for 2 years.

Prior Certification

• E | C-Council Certified Network Security Administrator (ECSA) certification

Exam Format

The EC-Council Certified Security Analyst exam is a Proctored exam

Passing Conditions

To pass EC-Council Certified Security Analyst exam, applicants must achieve a minimum score of 0.70

Who Should Take

Individuals who want to demonstrate their skills in security risk assessments, penetration testing, and security audit.

• Security Analyst
• Information Security Manager
• Chief Information Security Officer (CISO)
• Security Consultant

Prerequisites

2 years of experience in the field of information security or a related field.

Or can substitute with certifications:

• E | C-Council Certified Network Security Administrator (ECSA)
• E | C-Council Certified Secure Computer Users (ECSP)
• E | C-Council Certified Incident Handler (ECIH)

Certification Process

• Register for the ECSA certification program and purchase a study guide and other study materials.
• Complete the online training and study the course materials.
• Schedule and take the ECSA certification exam.

Domains with Weights

• Network Security Threats and Countermeasures (20%): This domain focuses on the identification, classification, and mitigation of network security threats.
• Security Risk Assessments, Penetration Testing, and Security Audit (30%): This domain focuses on conducting security risk assessments, penetration testing, and security audits to identify vulnerabilities and vulnerabilities in an organization.
• Network Defense Mechanisms and Incident Response (20%): This domain focuses on the design and implementation of network defense mechanisms, including firewalls, intrusion detection and prevention systems, and threat intelligence.
• Cryptographic Techniques and Applications (15%): This domain focuses on the use of cryptographic techniques to ensure the confidentiality, integrity, and authenticity of information.
• Secure Communications and Network Protocols (10%): This domain focuses on the secure use of network protocols, including secure communication protocols, authentication protocols, and routing protocols.
• Organizational Security and Risk Management (5%): This domain focuses on the management of security risk within an organization, including security policy, compliance, and governance.