CISSP: How to study (plans, tips, materials, approach) 2025
What you'll learn
- How to take the CISSP exam RIGHT!
- Where to start on your CISSP certification journey.
- How to study efficiently for the CISSP certification.
- How to use logic on CISSP practice and exam questions to answer questions from the right point of view.
- What to do when you pass or fail the exam and how to get free CPE's.
- Learn why you want to get your CISSP certification, what it can give you.
- Prepare for the 2025 version of the Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) Certification Exam.
Requirements
- Wanting to pass the Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) Certification Exam.
- Wanting to learn about management level IT Security and Cyber Security.
Description
* Updated for the 2024 CISSP curriculum and 2023 exam registration process *
Welcome, I am Thor Pedersen, and I am here to help you pass your CISSP certification.
With over 680,000 enrollments from 201 countries, my CISSP, CISM, and Certified in Cybersecurity (CC) courses are both the “Best Selling” and “Highest Rated” on Udemy.
Getting your CISSP certification now is a very smart career move.
The CISSP certification is the gold standard for IT Security certifications.
There are more than 82,000 job openings for CISSPs in the US.
The average CISSP salary in the US is over USD147,000 a year.
# Course updates #
2024: Updated for the 2024 curriculum. Added automatic subtitles in Japanese and Portuguese (Brazil).
2023: Added updates/new videos: Scheduling your exam and what to expect, What to expect on exam day and after, Life after passing the CISSP certification and being endorsed, I failed - now what should I do? Added automatic subtitles in Spanish (Latin America), French, Arabic, Chinese, and Hindi.
2022: 10+ Updates: Entirely new content, clearer explanations/examples in videos, practice questions, and study guides.
2021: Full course update for the 2021 curriculum
2020: 10+ updates: Entirely new content, clearer explanations/examples in videos, practice questions, and study guides
2019: 10+ updates: Entirely new content, clearer explanations/examples in videos, practice questions, and study guides
2018: Full course update for the 2018 curriculum
What other students are saying about our "CISSP Certification Introduction" Course:
Very helpful course, not only for the CISSP but for any exam you want to take!! Highly recommended!! (Freeku, 5-stars)
This course fulfills the exact requirement for which it is designed. It will help me plan my CISSP journey and with tips and tricks. It will be helpful for you to go through this course to get a high level view to plan your CISSP journey. (Batish, 5-stars)
Great course! No nonsense teaching style! Cheers! (Paul, 5-stars)
The course material is well organized and Thor explains it better. The response to the queries are almost immediate. I would be signing up for all his other courses for CISSP. It's lot better than spending for classroom training. (Sandeep, 5-stars)
I have taken many CISSP courses and Thor is absolutely great on helping you get in the security mind set. Thank you Thor! (Giovanna. 5-stars)
In this course you will learn:
Where and how to start on your CISSP journey
An overview of the 8 CISSP domains
How to pick your CISSP study materials
How and when to use your materials
How to deconstruct questions
Tips and tricks on how to study smarter for your CISSP certification
How to find that valuable time to study
Exam day; What to expect, the CISSP exam format, the types of exam questions you will see, and CISSP exam approaches.
What you need to do when you pass the CISSP exam (How to get endorsed, earn CPEs, and pay your AMFs)
What to do if you fail the CISSP exam
Links to 1,000's of free CISSP CPE's
Prepare for the 2025 version of the Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) Certification Exam.
You'll Also Get:
Lifetime Access to the course and all course updates
Offline video viewing on the Udemy mobile apps
Bonus materials: 10 CISSP practice questions from each of the 8 CISSP domains (80 in total)
Bonus materials: Downloadable CISSP study plan, CISSP CAT exam info-graphics
30-days no questions asked, money back guarantee
Click the "Buy Now" or "Add to cart" button to start your CISSP journey today!
Start your certification journey today, let me help YOU get certified.
Thor Pedersen
Who this course is for:
- Anyone wanting lean more about the CISSP certification!
- Anyone wanting tips, tricks, study approaches and general CISSP information.
- People wanting to grow their IT Security and Cyber Security knowledge.
Instructors
- 4.6 Instructor Rating
- 91,254 Reviews
- 254,543 Students
- 40 Courses
Why should I get certified?
Getting certified is a smart career move that can open doors to high-paying jobs and career advancement, they can help you stand out in a competitive market and achieve your career goals.
With our on-demand courses, you can get certified on your schedule, making it easier to balance your studies with your busy life.
There are over 760,000 open jobs in Cyber Security in the US.
In 2020 and 2021 alone, 263,000 new professionals joined the cybersecurity workforce, even with that, the job openings still increased by 17,000.
Here are some compelling reasons to get certified:
• CISSP: Average salary: $125,000/year; 140,000 open jobs in the US.
• CISM: Average salary: $137,000/year; 58,000 open jobs in the US.
• CC: Average salary: $119,000/year; 760,000 open jobs in cybersecurity in the US.
• PMP: Average salary: $120,000/year; 200,000 open jobs in the US.
Why should I use your courses for my certification studying?
Passing your certifications requires the right approach and materials, in my courses you get both.
With over 670,000 enrollments from 200+ countries, my CISSP, CC, and CISM courses are not only "Best Selling" but also the "Highest Rated" on Udemy.
Join a community of successful students who have transformed their careers with my proven methods.
Who are you, Thor?
Hi, I’m Thor Pedersen, a seasoned IT, Cyber Security, and Project Management instructor teaching the CISSP, CISM, CC, and PMP certifications.
My journey began in 1987 with a Commodore 64, turning a hobby into a rewarding career in cybersecurity, networking, data centers, and project management.
My extensive experience and dedication to teaching helps thousands of students pass their certification exams every year.
Student Testimonials
I think my courses are fantastic, but don't just take my word for it. Here's what some of my students have to say:
"Thor's videos played a major factor in my ability to pass. I cannot recommend them enough." (Blair, 5-stars)
"Thank you Thor for your lectures and valuable insights. I passed the CISM exam today." (Amit, 5-stars)
"I passed the CISSP with the ISC Book and Thor's lectures and practice questions. Enough said." (Warren, 5-stars)
"Thor's lessons got me to pass my CISSP on the first attempt, now for the CISM. Consistent quality across his boot camps." (Ryan, 5-stars)
"This content helped me pass my CISSP the first time. It was the main material I used for studying. Very helpful." (Duncan, 5-stars)
"I recently passed my CC exam and this course has been an amazing resource to be prepared for the certification exam." (Valdet, 5-stars)
"I studied for the CC with this course and passed. I absolutely recommend it." (Lezly, 5-stars)
How should I start my certification studying?
1. Find the materials you need:
• CISSP: 1-2 good video courses, 1-2 good books, 2,500-3,500 Easy/Mid questions, and 1,000-1,500 Hard/Complex questions.
• CISM: 1 good video course, the CISM AIO book, and the ISACA CISM QAE questions.
• PMP: 1 good video course, Rita’s PMP book, the PMBOK, and 1,000-2,000 practice questions.
• CC: 1 good video course and 400-1,700+ practice questions.
2. Build a study plan and commit to it.
3. Learn to deconstruct questions and find the keywords and indicators.
4. Manage your time during the exam.
For more detailed guidance, take a look at my free ThorTeaches "CISSP: How to Study" course.
Let me help YOU get certified. Take the first step towards advancing your career with my comprehensive, highly-rated courses.
Thor Pedersen
CISSP | PMP | CISM | CC | CDPSE | CompTIA Security+ | CCNP R/S | CCNP Enterprise | CCNA R/S | CCNA Enterprise | CCNA-Security
- 4.6 Instructor Rating
- 91,254 Reviews
- 251,767 Students
- 40 Courses
Why should I get certified?
Getting certified is a smart career move that can open doors to high-paying jobs and career advancement, they can help you stand out in a competitive market and achieve your career goals.
With our on-demand courses, you can get certified on your schedule, making it easier to balance your studies with your busy life.
There are over 760,000 open jobs in Cyber Security in the US.
In 2020 and 2021 alone, 263,000 new professionals joined the cybersecurity workforce, even with that, the job openings still increased by 17,000.
Here are some compelling reasons to get certified:
• CISSP: Average salary: $119,000/year; 82,000 open jobs in the US.
• CISM: Average salary: $152,000/year; 44,000 open jobs in the US.
• CC: Average salary: $99,000/year; 760,000 open jobs in cybersecurity in the US.
• PMP: Average salary: $120,000/year; 200,000 open jobs in the US.
Why should I use ThorTeaches's courses for my certification studying?
Passing your certifications requires the right approach and materials, in our courses you get both.
With over 680,000 enrollments from 201 countries, our CISSP, CC, and CISM courses are not only "Best Selling" but also the "Highest Rated" on Udemy.
Join a community of successful students who have transformed their careers with our proven methods.
Student Testimonials
We think our courses are fantastic, but don't just take our word for it. Here's what some of our students have to say:
"Thor's videos played a major factor in my ability to pass. I cannot recommend them enough." (Blair, 5-stars)
"Thank you Thor for your lectures and valuable insights. I passed the CISM exam today." (Amit, 5-stars)
"I passed the CISSP with the ISC Book and Thor's lectures and practice questions. Enough said." (Warren, 5-stars)
"Thor's lessons got me to pass my CISSP on the first attempt, now for the CISM. Consistent quality across his boot camps." (Ryan, 5-stars)
"This content helped me pass my CISSP the first time. It was the main material I used for studying. Very helpful." (Duncan, 5-stars)
"I recently passed my CC exam and this course has been an amazing resource to be prepared for the certification exam." (Valdet, 5-stars)
"I studied for the CC with this course and passed. I absolutely recommend it." (Lezly, 5-stars)
How should I start my certification studying?
1. Find the materials you need:
• CISSP: 1-2 good video courses, 1-2 good books, 2,500-3,500 easy/mid questions, and 1,000-1,500 hard questions.
• CISM: 1 good video course, the CISM AIO book, and the ISACA CISM QAE questions.
• PMP: 1 good video course, Rita’s PMP book, the PMBOK, and 1,000-2,000 practice questions.
• CC: 1 good video course and 400-1,700+ practice questions.
2. Build a study plan and commit to it.
3. Learn to deconstruct questions and find the keywords and indicators.
4. Manage your time during the exam.
For more detailed guidance, take a look at our free ThorTeaches "CISSP: How to Study" course.
Let me help YOU get certified. Take the first step towards advancing your career with my comprehensive, highly-rated courses.
Thor Pedersen
CISSP | PMP | CISM | CC | CDPSE | CompTIA Security+ | CCNP R/S | CCNP Enterprise | CCNA R/S | CCNA Enterprise | CCNA-Security