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Certificate of Cloud Security Knowledge (CCSK)

Issued by Cloud Security AllianceExam available online

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Official details

How Much Does the CCSK Cost?

Exam fee for the Certificate of Cloud Security Knowledge (CCSK). Pricing varies by region and may change — always confirm before registering.

Exam fee
$445 for exam and chatbot; includes two test attempts with 2 years to use.

How much does the CCSK certification cost?

The CCSK exam costs $445 for exam and chatbot; includes two test attempts with 2 years to use.. Confirm current pricing with Cloud Security Alliance before you register.

Exam & requirements

Verified details for the CCSK. Always confirm current specifics on the official certification page.

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Exam cost
$445 for exam and chatbot; includes two test attempts with 2 years to use.
Prerequisites
No formal prerequisite stated. CCSK is knowledge-based and vendor-neutral cloud security content.
Exam format
Open-book online exam; 60 multiple-choice questions selected randomly from a larger pool; 120 minutes; minimum passing score 80%.
Associated role pay
Roles commonly associated with this certification may include Cloud Security Analyst, Cloud Security Engineer, Security Architect, GRC Analyst. BLS Information Security Analysts median annual wage: $124,910 (May 2024).. Pay reflects the role, not the certification itself.

Jobs this certification supports

Roles the CCSK commonly maps to: Cloud Security Analyst · Cloud Security Engineer · Security Architect · GRC Analyst

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Difficulty and study-time estimates are general guidance. For exam cost, eligibility, and current requirements, always confirm with Cloud Security Alliance — the official source.