5. Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)If you work in security analysis, auditing, systems engineering, or anything in between, then the Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) might be your perfect certification. It was created by the International Information System Security Certification Consortium, known as (ISC)2, and is one of the most sought-after security certifications today. Moving up from sixth place last year, the CISSP credential teaches candidates to be information assurance pros. These folks are usually responsible for determining the security aspects of an IT organization's overall architecture, controls, and management. Should you pass the test, which requires you to have a minimum of five years worth of relevant experience, you can look forward to an average compensation rate of $151,853 per year. It's worth noting that even after getting the certification you will still need to receive continuing education credits each year to maintain your credential. This is a tough requirement, but that's a big reason why this cert is in such demand by employers. 4. Certified in Risk and Information Systems Control (CRISC)Take the ISACA [color=rgb(235 0 46/var(--tw-text-opacity))]Certified in Risk and Information Systems Control (CRISC) exam and you'll be tested in four major IT skill areas: Assessment, Identification, Mitigation, and Response, as well as Control Monitoring and Reporting. CRISC has maintained its fourth-place position on the list from last year likely because the industry has a continued and strong focus on evaluating IT risk. If you have the prerequisite three years of relevant experience, and identifying and managing risks sounds interesting to you, then the CRISC certification is worth checking out. The test has 150 questions and lasts roughly four hours. If you pass the exam and find a role, your certification can earn you an average of $151,995 per year.
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