Security testing is an important part of software development which deals with the vulnerability of software. Tests are used to check the system’s sensitivity to various types of attack. As a security tester you will understand security risks and how these can be avoided or reduced. The internationally recognised ISTQB® Certified Tester - Security Tester (CT-SEC) certification attests to your comprehensive knowledge in the field of software testing with a specialism in the security aspects.

How do I obtain this certification?

To be certified you must pass the ISTQB® Certified Tester - Security Tester exam.You can prepare for the exam by attending an accredited training course for ISTQB® Certified Tester - Security Tester; participants will have relevant content and topics clearly explained and taught to them.

The syllabus covers:

• Introduction to the security testing
• Security testing processes and mechanisms
• Evaluation of security tests
• Available tools
• Standards and trends

The exam will be available as remote proctored exam and in Pearson Vue test centers for anyone wishing to self-study.

What are the entry requirements?

In order to take the ISTQB® Certified Tester - Security Tester exam you will need the ISTQB® Certified Tester Foundation Level certificate. You should have 3 years of practical testing experience. Some prior experience in security testing is an advantage.

Note*: Practical experience requirements may vary depending on your local ISTQB® partner. We are happy to help.

How does this certification benefit me?

With the ISTQB® Certified Tester - Security Tester certification:

• You will have an independent, internationally recognised certification as proof of expertise in the field of software testing with a specialisation in the security aspects.
• You will learn how to plan, implement and evaluate security tests from various perspectives.
• You will be able to prove your knowledge regarding security risks and how to handle them.
• You will learn about the various tools that exist for conducting security tests and how to use them.
• You will get a feeling for areas in which security tests are particularly important.
• You will learn how hackers act and gain information, and how to close these security holes and ward off attacks.

Who is this certification for?

This certification is aimed at anyone interested in the topic of software testing, who has already been working in the sector for a few years and wants to develop their skills in the field of cyber security. It is particularly suitable for:

• Software testers
• Test analysts, test developers, test managers
• Software developers

What other certifications can you recommend?

Other ISTQB® certifications that may be of interest:

ISTQB® Specialist Certifications:

• ISTQB® Certified Tester - Acceptance Testing (CTFL-AcT)
• ISTQB® Certified Tester - AI Testing (CT-AI)
• ISTQB® Certified Tester - Automotive Software Tester (CTFL-AuT)
• ISTQB® Certified Tester - Game Testing (CTFL-GaMe)
• ISTQB® Certified Tester - Gambling Industry Tester (CTFL-GT)
• ISTQB® Certified Tester - Mobile Application Testing (CTFL-MAT)
• ISTQB® Certified Tester - Model-Based Testing (CT-MBT)
• ISTQB® Certified Tester - Performance Testing (CTFL-PT)
• ISTQB® Certified Tester - Test Automation Engineer (CT-TAE)
• ISTQB® Certified Tester - Usability Tester (CT-UT)

**ISTQB® Agile Certifications: **

• ISTQB® Certified Tester Foundation Level – Agile Tester
• ISTQB® Certified Tester Advanced Level - Agile Technical Tester (CTAL-ATT)
• ISTQB Agile Test Leadership at Scale

**ISTQB® Advanced Level: **

• ISTQB® Certified Tester Advanced Level - Test Analyst (CTAL-TA)
• ISTQB® Certified Tester Advanced Level - Test Manager (CTAL-TM)
• ISTQB® Certified Tester Advanced Level - Technical Test Analyst (CTAL-TTA)

ISTQB® Expert Level

• ISTQB® Certified Tester Expert Level - Assessing the Test Process (CTEL-ITP-ATP)
• ISTQB® Certified Tester Expert Level - Implementing Test Process Improvements (CTEL-ITP-ITPI)
• ISTQB® Certified Tester Expert Level Test Management Strategic Test Management (CTEL-TM-SM)
• ISTQB® Certified Tester Expert Level Test Management Operational Test Management (CTEL-TM-OTM)
• ISTQB® Certified Tester Expert Level Test Management Managing the Test Team (CTEL-TM-MTT)

If you are seeking to extend your knowledge of** test automation**, we recommend:

• A4Q Certified Selenium 4 Tester Foundation
• A4Q Foundation Level Tester for Appium

If you need to be able to gather requirements then you could consider IREB Requirements Engineering - Foundation Level.