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XCSP

Xcademia Cyber Security Professional

8-Day Instructor-Led Programme

The XCSP Certification Programme is the practitioner alternative to CISSP, covering all eight CISSP CBK domains across security and risk management, asset security, security architecture, network security, identity and access management, security assessment, security operations, and software development security. Assessed on Day 8 through a supervised multi-domain governance and architecture scenario. No 3-hour adaptive exam. No annual membership fees.

Duration

8 Days

Price

$8,745

Xcademia Cyber Security Professional
Duration
8 Days
Complete in 8 days
Learning Style
Mentor-led, practical and scenario-based
Guided walkthroughs, real-world examples, and applied skills for the workplace.

Course Overview

CISSP is the most globally recognised security certification, with over 165,000 holders worldwide. It is also a 3-hour computerised adaptive test of 100 to 150 multiple choice questions that rewards test preparation over demonstrated competency. The average CISSP candidate spends thousands on training, $749 for the exam, then $125 per year in Annual Maintenance Fees plus 120 CPE credits every three years to stay compliant. XCSP is built for security professionals who want to demonstrate the same comprehensive knowledge through actual governance, architecture, and risk management work.

Across eight instructor-led days, XCSP covers all eight CISSP domains in full depth, reflecting the April 2024 domain refresh including increased weighting for Domain 1 (Security and Risk Management at 16%) and updated AI security governance content integrated across multiple domains. Every domain is applied to real enterprise security scenarios. Participants build capability progressively, with cross-domain integration sessions on Days 6 and 7 before the capstone.

On Day 8, participants navigate a complex multi-domain security governance and architecture scenario requiring analysis and decision-making across all eight domains simultaneously. A senior practitioner assesses the quality of analysis, judgement, framework application, and communication. XCSP certificate and Practitioner Assessment Report issued. Aligned with ISC2 CBK all eight domains (2024 refresh), NIST CSF 2.0, ISO 27001:2022, NIST SP 800-53 Rev.5, COBIT 2019, NIST AI RMF, UK GDPR, and NCSC CAF.

Hands-On Learning

Applied exercises across all 8 domains: risk register development, security architecture design, IAM policy construction, assessment planning, incident response scenario, cryptography application, supply chain risk assessment, and DevSecOps security integration.

Mentor-Led Sessions

Mentor-led sessions from experienced senior security practitioners applying each CBK domain to real enterprise, government, and regulated sector scenarios. Not textbook theory but how these domains interact in real security decisions.

Career-Ready Skills

Apply comprehensive security knowledge across all eight CISSP CBK domains to governance, architecture, risk management, and operational security challenges at senior practitioner level.

Learning Outcomes

Apply security and risk management principles across all eight CISSP CBK domains to enterprise security programme design and governance decisions

Design secure architectures using defence in depth, zero trust, and cryptographic controls aligned to NIST and ISO standards

Govern identity and access management programmes applying least privilege, PAM, and federation standards across enterprise environments

Plan and execute security assessment and testing programmes including vulnerability management, penetration test scope, and audit review

Lead security operations covering incident management, forensics, disaster recovery, and configuration management governance

Integrate software development security across SDLC including secure coding, supply chain security, AI code risk, and DevSecOps pipeline governance

Prerequisites

1

Minimum 5 years of cumulative security experience across at least two of the eight CISSP CBK domains

2

Working knowledge of at least three major security frameworks: NIST CSF, ISO 27001, NIST 800-53, or equivalent governance frameworks

3

Senior security professional experience in a Security Manager, Security Architect, or equivalent role

Detailed Syllabus

Organized by professional domains with comprehensive coverage

Topics Covered:
  • •Security governance and organisational strategy alignment: security function positioning and executive accountability
  • •Risk management frameworks: NIST RMF, ISO 31000, and FAIR applied to enterprise risk programmes
  • •Legal and regulatory compliance governance: GDPR, HIPAA, PCI DSS, SOX, NIS2, and DORA obligations
  • • AI security governance integration: NIST AI RMF applied to Domain 1 risk management obligations (2024 update)
  • •Security awareness and training programme design: beyond phishing simulations to measurable culture change
Stage 5Final Capstone

Xcademia Cyber Security Professional — Capstone Project

On Day 8, participants receive a complex multi-domain security scenario for a simulated enterprise facing a major architecture decision, a supplier compromise, a regulatory audit, and a board demanding a security programme review simultaneously. They must analyse each dimension, apply relevant CBK domain knowledge, and produce a structured response covering governance decisions, architecture recommendations, risk assessment, and regulatory compliance. The senior practitioner assesses cross-domain integration, judgement, and communication quality throughout.

Assessed by a senior Xcademia practitioner

Framework Alignment

This course is mapped directly onto the standards your organisation already answers to. No invented frameworks, no proprietary jargon.

  • ISC2 CBK (CISSP 2024)

    Global

    All eight CISSP domains covered in full depth reflecting the April 2024 domain refresh and AI security integration

  • NIST CSF 2.0

    Global

    Six functions mapped across all eight CISSP domains including the new Govern function throughout

  • ISO 27001:2022

    Global

    Annex A control mapping to CISSP domains throughout, particularly governance, architecture, and operations

  • NIST SP 800-53 Rev.5

    Global

    Control families mapped to CISSP domain outcomes for federal and enterprise compliance alignment

  • NIST AI RMF

    Global

    AI risk management integrated into Domain 1 and Domain 3 per the April 2024 CISSP domain refresh

  • COBIT 2019

    Global

    Governance and management objectives mapped to CISSP Domain 1 and Domain 7 throughout

  • NCSC CAF

    Global

    UK government cyber resilience framework: all four objectives mapped to CISSP domains in UK alignment module

  • UK GDPR

    Global

    Data protection integrated into Domain 1 (legal obligations) and Domain 2 (asset and data security)

Skills You'll Gain

Master these in-demand skills through hands-on practice

All 8 CISSP CBK domains (2024 refresh)Security and risk managementSecurity architecture (SABSA)Network security architectureIdentity and access managementSecurity assessment and testingSecurity operations governanceSoftware development securityAI security governanceSupply chain risk managementNIST CSF 2.0 cross-domain mappingISO 27001:2022 alignment

Career Progression

A clear view of the roles this programme supports, what typically comes next, and where learners progress over time

Security ManagerSecurity ArchitectCISO / Deputy CISOSenior Security ConsultantInformation Security OfficerSecurity Programme Lead
Flexible Delivery Options

Ways to Learn

Choose the learning format that works best for you and your team

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Instructor-Led Training

Join live instructor-led sessions from anywhere. Interactive, engaging, and flexible.

8 Days
Small cohorts
  • Live instructor interaction (real-time)
  • Trainer-led walkthroughs and real examples
  • Guided resources and session notes provided
  • Structured Q&A and practical discussion

Price per person

$8,745+ VAT

Group enrolments and early planning options available.

All prices are exclusive of VAT where applicable. Group enrolments and custom packages available on request.

Premium Training Option

Prefer a Faster, Personalised Route into IT?

Not everyone learns best in a group. If you want focused guidance, faster clarity, and confidence you can use on the job, our 1-to-1 Fast-Track Training gives you private, mentor-led support tailored to your experience and goals.

Personalised Xcademia Cyber Security Professional learning plan
Tailored to your pace and goals
Live 1-to-1 sessions
With an experienced mentor
Real-world troubleshooting
Practice, not just exam theory
Flexible scheduling
To fit around work, study, or family

"Many learners choose 1-to-1 when they want understanding, not memorisation."

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Exam & Certification Information

Everything you need to know about the certification exams

Xcademia Certification Programme

Xcademia Certification Programme

On successful completion of Xcademia Cyber Security Professional, learners are assessed on the final day through a supervised practitioner scenario. Three outcomes are possible, Certificate Awarded, Certificate Deferred, or Not Awarded. The Practitioner Assessment Report and certificate are issued together. Verified at xcademia.com/verify.

Certificate Awarded

Assessed competent on the final day.

Certificate Deferred

Resit available on a future cohort.

Not Awarded

Attendance record issued. Reassessment possible.

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about this course

CISSP is a 3-hour computerised adaptive test of 100 to 150 multiple choice questions. Beyond the $749 exam, holders pay $125 per year in Annual Maintenance Fees and must earn 120 CPE credits every three years. XCSP is 8 instructor-led days covering all eight CBK domains, assessed on Day 8 through a multi-domain governance and architecture scenario. One price, all in, no annual fees. The Practitioner Assessment Report documents applied competency across all domains.

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