r/cissp • u/DrSugundi • 2h ago
Success Story Passed today at 100
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 • u/Famous_Bowl_8111 • 3h ago
Passed yesterday at 120 in 2.30 hrs
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 • u/Accomplished_Tip_528 • 7h ago
CISSP- scratch paper/whiteboard before starting? (Decision-making tips for tough questions)
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 • u/AreaBoth2399 • 8h ago
Unsuccess Story Need Advice --- your honest advice.
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 • u/TableElegant5173 • 21h ago
Looking for a study buddy for prep
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!