GIAC Critical Infrastructure Protection
GIAC's certification for protecting power and critical infrastructure, built around the North American Electric Reliability Corporation's Critical Infrastructure Protection standards (NERC CIP). It bridges regulatory compliance with operational defense and targets ICS practitioners, field support, compliance staff, auditors, and team leads. GIAC is an ANAB-accredited ISO/IEC 17024 certification body.
What you'll prove
- Apply NERC CIP regulatory requirements to protect power and critical infrastructure
- Bridge regulatory compliance with hands-on operational defense
- Support NERC CIP compliance and audit activities for critical infrastructure operators
Frequently asked
How much does GCIP cost?
The exam is $999 for a first attempt and $899 for a retake. Renewal follows GIAC's standard cycle: 36 CPE credits every 4 years plus a $499 renewal fee.
Is GCIP focused on NERC CIP?
Yes. GCIP is built around the North American Electric Reliability Corporation's Critical Infrastructure Protection standards, so it is especially relevant to the power sector and other regulated critical-infrastructure environments where NERC CIP compliance applies.
Who is GCIP for?
GIAC aims it at ICS cybersecurity practitioners, field support personnel, compliance staff, auditors, and team leaders, the mix of operational and compliance roles that sit around NERC CIP obligations.
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