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About CWSP certification

Certified Wireless Network Professional’s CWSP (Certified Wireless Security Professional) is a mid-level certification for IT professionals who “understand how to secure a wireless LAN from hackers” and who “know how to protect the valuable information on their network.” Topics on this certification include “advanced processes and techniques for keeping enterprise wireless network data secure.”

Planet3 Wireless launched the CWSP certification in the spring of 2003. In terms

  of recertification, essentially candidates may either: 1) “recertify by passing the latest version of their current level of CWNP certification within 24 months of the initial date of the latest level of certification earned”; or 2) “maintain a valid CWNP certification status by earning the next level of certification within the CWNP Program within 24 months of the initial date of the previous level of certification earned.” Click here for more details on CWNP’s recertification policy, which is effective April 1, 2003.

Benefits of CWSP Certification

  • According to CertMag's 2007 Salary Survey, CWSPs earn an average of $87,310
  • Puts you in demand as a top security professional
  • Teaches you how to secure your network data from hackers
  • Offers a career differentiator, with enhanced credibility and marketability
  • Rewards you with tremendous earning potential
  • Job Roles for CWSP certified professionals

    Job roles of those pursuing this certification typically include: network administrators, security administrators, systems security practitioners, IS (Information Security) professionals, and other IT professionals with wireless in their titles.

    CWSP requirements

    To achieve the CWSP a candidate must pass two exams (PW0-104, PW0-200).

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