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What sets the Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) apart from other certifications is the breadth of security knowledge and experience necessary to pass the exam. Here's what it takes to be certified, and how having a CISSP on staff can help your company.
Ken Shaurette, CISSP, CISA works on security projects for the multi-user server team at American Family Insurance in Madison, Wisconsin. He has more than 15 years experience in information security and auditings. Ken has demonstrated skills in writing and conducting security and audit presentations, as well as coordinating design of security and audit in applications, security product selection, and implementations. Ken is experienced in developing overall security and audit programs to improve a company's resistance to unauthorized modification and disclosure of information resources. kshauret@visto.com.