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EC-Council (International Council of E-Commerce Consultants)

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The International Council of E-Commerce Consultants (EC-Council) is one of the world’s largest cybersecurity certification organizations. Operating in more than 145 countries, EC-Council develops globally recognized programs such as Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH) and Certified Chief Information Security Officer (CCISO).

The organization has trained and certified more than 300,000 cybersecurity professionals worldwide, helping governments, companies, and security teams strengthen their approach to information security and cyber defense.

EC-Council Course Catalogue

30 courses

EC-Council Foundation Level

12 courses

EC-Council Operational and Practitioner Level

3 courses
EC-Council Web Application Hacking and Security (WAHS)

EC-Council Web Application Hacking and Security (WAHS)

The WAHS course teaches you how to test, hack, and secure web applications. It is fully practical and lab-based: you work with real web systems, find vulnerabilities (like SQL injection, XSS, CSRF, insecure configurations), exploit them, then learn how to properly secure and protect applications. The program is built like a “capture-the-flag” style…

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EC-Council Certified Network Defender (CND) Program

EC-Council Certified Network Defender (CND) Program

The CND course gives you a full introduction to network security from a defender’s perspective. You learn how to protect, monitor, detect and respond to threats in modern network environments. The training includes theory and hands-on labs , teaching you how to secure networks, configure firewalls and IDS/IPS, monitor traffic, and implement defensive…

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EC-Council Certified Encryption Specialist (ECES)

EC-Council Certified Encryption Specialist (ECES)

The ECES course gives you a thorough introduction to cryptography and encryption — from basic ciphers to modern algorithms and secure data practices. You learn how encryption works, how to choose secure encryption standards, and how to apply them correctly for data protection, secure communication, VPNs, drive encryption and more. The course also covers…

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EC-Council Specialist and Senior Practitioner Level

13 courses

EC-Council Expert Level

2 courses
EC-Council Certified Chief Information Security Officer (CCISO)

EC-Council Certified Chief Information Security Officer (CCISO)

The CCISO course is designed for senior security professionals who want to move into executive leadership roles. It focuses on the business, management and strategic skills required to lead an organisation’s information security program. You learn how to build and manage security governance, risk management, compliance, security operations and executive…

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EC-Council Associate CCISO

EC-Council Associate CCISO

The Associate C|CISO program is designed for cybersecurity professionals who aim to move toward executive-level information security leadership but don’t yet meet the experience requirements of the full C|CISO certification. The course covers the full body of knowledge from the five core C|CISO domains: governance and risk management; information security…

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EC-Council

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EC-Council Foundation Level

EC-Council entry-level certifications verify foundational cybersecurity skills for professionals and career changers. These credentials help HR teams standardize technical requirements for junior security roles.

Core knowledge areas

Security terminology and common threats

Network defense and security operations

Practical security tasks and workflows

Certification examples

Certified Cybersecurity Technician (CCT): Includes 60 questions covering multiple-choice and practical assessments.

Certified Network Defender (CND): A 4-hour exam with 100 questions focusing on blue team practices.

Career value and requirements

Candidates need basic knowledge of networking and operating systems. These certifications prepare individuals for roles such as junior SOC analyst or security technician. Maintenance requires participation in the EC-Council Continuing Education (ECE) program every three years and payment of a maintenance fee.

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EC-Council Operational and Practitioner Level

Operational and Practitioner (Intermediate) certifications cover practical security tasks for analysts and responders. These credentials verify skills in vulnerability identification, offensive testing, and digital evidence collection.

Offensive security: reconnaissance, scanning, and exploitation.

Digital forensics: evidence handling and reporting for legal processes.

Technical tools: problem-solving in structured lab environments.

The Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH) requires a 4-hour exam with 125 questions. The Computer Hacking Forensic Investigator (CHFI) uses a 4-hour proctored test with 150 questions and lab-based training.

Candidates need experience in IT operations or junior security. Knowledge of networking, Windows, Linux, and security controls is required. This level supports careers in penetration testing, security operations, and incident response.

These certifications prove ability in triage, investigation, and documentation. HR teams use them to establish a skills baseline and support internal moves into specialized security roles.

Certifications are valid for three years through the EC-Council Continuing Education (ECE) program and require a fee. Training providers on Bildux should refer to official EC-Council handbooks for current exam and renewal details.

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EC-Council Specialist and Senior Practitioner Level

Specialist and Senior Practitioner Level (Advanced)

EC-Council certifications at this level serve security professionals focusing on analysis, SOC workflows, and threat intelligence. Training emphasizes technical decision-making and reporting for investigations and penetration testing.

Core topics:

Security operations: triage, investigation, and response.

Threat intelligence lifecycle and risk management.

Frameworks: MITRE ATT&CK, Cyber Kill Chain, and Diamond Model.

SOC tools: SIEM, log management, and analyst reporting.

Key Certifications:

Certified SOC Analyst (CSA): End-to-end SOC detection and response.

Certified Threat Intelligence Analyst (CTIA): Intelligence in incident response.

Candidates need experience in SOC or network defense and knowledge of Windows and Linux. The CSA requires one year of experience or official training. Proctored exams verify skills for threat hunters and senior analysts. The CSA exam has 100 questions (3 hours), and the CTIA has 50 questions (2 hours).

Maintenance involves a three-year renewal cycle, ECE credits, and a CE fee. Consult EC-Council for current requirements.

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EC-Council Expert Level

Expert level certifications validate senior practitioners through proctored, performance-based assessments. These exams test practical application in realistic scenarios rather than simple recall, aligning with senior penetration testing and technical reporting roles.

The Licensed Penetration Tester (LPT) Master covers enterprise environments, including perimeter controls and multi-step attack paths. Validated skills include exploitation, privilege escalation, and evasion. Technical requirements cover Windows, Linux, SQL injection, XSS, PowerShell, Bash, Python, Perl, and Ruby. The exam is a 24-hour remotely proctored practical assessment.

This level is for senior penetration testers, red team practitioners, and HR teams setting standards for offensive security roles. Candidates must be proficient in reconnaissance, exploitation, and reporting, with knowledge of Windows and Linux administration and scripting for tool modification.

Maintain certifications through the EC-Council Continuing Education (ECE) program. This follows a three-year cycle requiring ECE credits and renewal fees.

Certification

EC-Council certification roadmap (entry to expert)

How you start: Pick a track, then choose official training (EC-Council iClass, an Authorized Training Center, or an EC-Council Academia Partner) or apply to take an exam based on experience. For some certifications (for example, CEH), EC-Council recommends about 2 years of IT security experience before attempting the exam, and points beginners to its Cybersecurity Essentials Series to build foundations first.

  • Entry level (foundations)

    • Cybersecurity Essentials Series (recommended by EC-Council for those new to the field)

    • Common starting certifications listed on the Train and Certify page include CCT (Certified Cybersecurity Technician) and ECSS (EC-Council Certified Security Specialist).

  • Core professional (build breadth)

    • CEH (Certified Ethical Hacker) for ethical hacking knowledge, with exam delivery through EC-Council systems, and CEH also available via Pearson VUE for some candidates (varies by program).

    • Choose one based on role focus: CND (network defense), ECIH (incident handling), CHFI (digital forensics), CSA (SOC analyst), CTIA (threat intelligence).

  • Advanced specialist

    • CPENT (penetration testing professional) for deeper penetration testing skills.

    • Optional specialization areas on the same catalog include CASE Java or CASE.NET (application security), CCSE (cloud security), and ECDE (DevSecOps).

  • Leadership (expert track for managers)

    • CCISO (Certified Chief Information Security Officer) for security leadership and governance responsibilities.

    • Some candidates use Associate CCISO as a stepping stone if they are earlier in their leadership path.

How you maintain certifications: Many EC-Council credentials follow the EC-Council Continuing Education (ECE) program and a 3-year renewal cycle, with continuing education requirements and applicable fees. Always confirm the current rules in the official policy. EC-Council ECE Policy

For the full, up-to-date list of certifications and tracks, refer to the official EC-Council Train and Certify page: https://www.eccouncil.org/train-certify/.

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