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Certified Tester Security Tester (CT-SEC)

Specialist v1.0
This certification provides essential knowledge for identifying security vulnerabilities and supporting secure software development practices. It covers common security risks, testing techniques for detecting weaknesses, and methods for analyzing system behavior from an attacker’s perspective. Participants acquire practical understanding of how security testing supports overall product resilience.
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Audience
CT-SEC is intended for testers, QA professionals, developers, security engineers, and individuals who need to understand security testing within software development. It benefits professionals working with applications that require confidentiality, integrity, and availability protections. The certification supports those performing vulnerability assessment, reviewing security requirements, or collaborating with security specialists. It is also suitable for organizations aiming to strengthen secure development practices and integrate security testing into standard workflows. Individuals entering security-focused roles or expanding their competencies in cybersecurity-driven quality assurance will find this certification a valuable foundation.

Business Outcomes
- Identify common vulnerabilities and security risks  
- Apply security testing techniques  
- Support secure development and validation activities  
- Collaborate with security and engineering teams  
 

Exam Structure at Glance

  • ✓ Prerequisite: CTFL
  • ✓ No. of Questions: 40
  • ✓ Passing Score: 65%
  • ✓ Total Points: 80
  • ✓ Exam Length (mins): 120

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