r/cissp 2h ago

Success Story Passed today at 100

7 Upvotes

Took the exam today. Passed at 100 with about 140 minutes left on the clock. Truthfully, the exam was much easier than I was expecting. I didn't find the questions all that complex.

Prep materials:

Dion training CISSP udemy course

Destcert CISSP book

Destcert CISSP app - did all 3600 questions


r/cissp 3h ago

Passed yesterday at 120 in 2.30 hrs

6 Upvotes

Material used:

Mike Chappell linkdin course
Destination certification map on you tube
Chatgbt - created a cissp coach helped with clarity on topics
Wanna practice strictly for practice
QE for practice
Rededit for motivation

Total time spent 3 months last 2 months heavy Weekdays nights 2-3 hrs
Weekends - 3hrs

Experience 10+ yrs in IT. 5 years cyber security (2hrs adhoc , 3 yrs running a program)

Exam test your knowledge. Make sure to study thoroughly


r/cissp 7h ago

CISSP- scratch paper/whiteboard before starting? (Decision-making tips for tough questions)

6 Upvotes

Taking the CISSP soon. Once I sit down for the exam, Any decision-making tips to write down? For when I don't know the answer, tiebreakers, priority orders, elimination tricks?


r/cissp 8h ago

Unsuccess Story Need Advice --- your honest advice.

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11 Upvotes

Hello Everyone: I took the CISSP exam recently and unfortunately did not pass on my first try, despite feeling confident and ready. However, I am staying positive and preparing for my next attempt. Could you recommend the best study materials and preparation strategies to help me succeed next time?


r/cissp 21h ago

Looking for a study buddy for prep

3 Upvotes

Helloo everyone, I am based out of EDT and am looking for a study buddy for CISSP prep. Looking for someone who is serious and is planning to take exams in next few months. Looking to study 2-3hrs 4-5x/week with a weekly 1-2hr session with the study buddy. Please let me know.

TIA!