Originally posted by: Heisenberg
Since I don't even know what it stands for, I don't really have an opinion.
		
		
	 
 As the first credential accredited by ANSI to ISO Standard 17024:2003 in the field of information security, the Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP®) certification provides information security professionals with not only an objective measure of competence but a globally recognized standard of achievement. The CISSP credential demonstrates competence in the 10 domains of the (ISC)² CISSP® CBK®.
The CISSP credential is ideal for mid- and senior-level managers who are working toward or have already attained positions as CISOs, CSOs or Senior Security Engineers.
As a CISSP, you gain access to (ISC)² services and programs which support and enhance your growth throughout your information security career. These services and programs include:
    * ongoing education
    * peer networking
    * forums
    * events
    * job postings
    * industry communications
    * concentrations for proven subject matter expertise
    * speaking and volunteer opportunities 
			
	
	
CISSP® CBK® Domains
	Access Control Systems and Methodology
	Applications and Systems Development Security
	Business Continuity Planning (BCP) and Disaster Recovery Planning (DRP)
	Cryptography
	Law, Investigation and Ethics
	Operations Security
	Physical Security
	Security Architecture and Models
	Security Management Practices
	Telecommunications and Network Security