Cybersecurity Certs Ranked by Career ROI: CISSP, CISM & More

90% of professionals say earning a cybersecurity certification before their first security role significantly benefited their career.

But with 8–10 overlapping certifications available, choosing the right one is often the hardest step. You may invest months in preparation, then see limited impact on role scope or career progression.

Simplilearn is hosting a live session to support smarter certification decisions. You will get a clear framework to evaluate certifications using career ROI, role alignment, and readiness. The session covers where each certification fits in the career path, typical preparation intensity, and common misconceptions that lead to failed attempts. Coverage includes CISSP, CISM, CISA, CCSP, CEH, and CompTIA Security+.

March 11, 2026 | 9:00 PM IST | 10:30 AM ET

What You Will Learn

• A simple way to rank certifications by career ROI
• What CISSP, CISM, CISA, CCSP, CEH, and Security+ actually validate
• How to match a certification to your current role and next move
• The hidden “exam traps” that derail first-time attempts
• How much preparation does each certification typically demands
• A practical shortlist you can commit to (without second-guessing)

Who Should Attend

• Security professionals planning their next certification step
• IT professionals moving into security roles
• Mid-career candidates targeting managerial or leadership tracks
• Analysts/engineers weighing CISSP vs CISM vs CISA
• Aspirants overwhelmed by conflicting advice and credential hype
• Anyone who wants a plan, not just an exam recommendation

About the Speaker

Dean Pompilio - EC-Council, ISACA, ISC2, CompTIA-certified

Dean Pompilio is a senior cybersecurity instructor and expert IT consultant with over three decades of experience in IT. He has held cybersecurity roles with government agencies, international financial institutions, Fortune 500 companies, major banks, and credit card companies, with expertise in systems administration, security engineering, and penetration testing.

Since 2011, Dean has taught approximately 750 students annually in cities across the United States and in 15 countries worldwide. He is a strong advocate for cybersecurity as a challenging and rewarding profession essential to protecting organizations in today’s evolving threat landscape.

Exclusive for Attendees:

• 90-Day Cybersecurity Certification Prep Plan, a structured post-webinar resource to help you stay consistent and exam-ready

• Participation Certificate to showcase your learning and commitment to cybersecurity career

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