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The Security Foundation is committed to supporting career growth, professional development, and lifelong learning across the community. Here, we highlight certifications relevant to project and process management, security, cybersecurity, business continuity, risk management, investigations, resilience, analytics, and related disciplines, helping individuals explore pathways for skill-building and professional advancement. We hope these resources are helpful as you look to advance your professional standing in the industry.
Physical Security, Fraud & Cybersecurity
- CPP® (Certified Protection Professional) – Advanced security management certification covering physical, personnel, and information security
- PSP® (Physical Security Professional) – Focuses on threat assessment, physical security systems, and integration
- CTM (Certified Threat Management Professional) – Industry standard for behavioral threat assessment, workplace violence prevention, and protective intelligence
- CFE (Certified Fraud Examiner) – Credential for fraud prevention, detection, and investigation professionals
- CISSP® (Certified Information Systems Security Professional) – Globally recognized certification for cybersecurity leadership and program design
- CISM® (Certified Information Security Manager) – Management-focused credential for overseeing enterprise information security programs
- Security+ – Foundational cybersecurity certification for risk identification, mitigation, and network defense
- CEH (Certified Ethical Hacker) – Demonstrates proficiency in penetration testing and ethical hacking practices
- Global Information Assurance Certifications + SANS Institute
- Secure Building Council Certification
Business Continuity, Risk Management & HR
- SHRM-CP® / SHRM-SCP® (Certified HR Professional / Senior Certified HR Professional) – HR leadership credentials valuable for security managers overseeing personnel or policy
- CBCP® (Certified Business Continuity Professional) – Industry standard for business continuity planning and disaster recovery leadership
- MBCI (Member of the Business Continuity Institute) – Mid-level membership and certification for practitioners in continuity and resilience roles
- CRMP (Certified Risk Management Professional) – Focused on enterprise risk management frameworks and practices
- ARM (Associate in Risk Management) – Credential emphasizing risk assessment, control, and financing
- ISO 22301 Lead Implementer (Certifications for implementing and managing Business Continuity Management Systems (BCMS) based on ISO 22301)
Project & Process Management
- PMP® (Project Management Professional) – Recognized standard for project leadership
- CAPM® (Certified Associate in Project Management) – Entry-level certification for PM fundamentals
- Six Sigma (Yellow, Green, Black Belts) – Process management methodology
Artificial Intelligence & Data Analytics
- AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner – Foundational cloud computing certification suitable for security practitioners in hybrid/cloud environments
- AWS Certified AI Practitioner – Artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML), and generative AI concepts and use cases
- Google AI Professional Certificate – AI fundamentals to AI App building
- Artificial Intelligence Board of America (ARTiBA) – Certification in AI engineering
- US AI Institute – Multiple certifications
- Certified AI Transformation Leader
- Certified Artificial Intelligence Scientist
- Certified Artificial Intelligence Consultant
- Certified Artificial Intelligence Engineer
About this Resource: This list is provided for informational purposes only and is not exhaustive. Inclusion on this page does not constitute an endorsement, partnership, or formal affiliation between The Security Foundation and any of the listed organizations or programs.
Certification criteria, eligibility, and deadlines are determined solely by the sponsoring organizations and may change at any time. The Security Foundation is not responsible for the administration or any associated training required to complete any certifications referenced on this page.
While we strive to keep this information current, we recommend verifying all details directly with the sponsoring organization. If interested in including additional programs, please contact [email protected].