To be eligible for the CSSLP certification program, individuals must have a minimum of four years of professional experience in the software development lifecycle (SDLC).

A bachelor's degree in a related field can substitute for one year of experience. Individuals who do not meet the experience requirements can still take the CSSLP exam and become an Associate of (ISC)² until they meet the experience requirements.

To earn the CSSLP certification, individuals must pass the CSSLP exam, which is a computer-based exam consisting of 125 multiple-choice questions.

A candidate who is planning to take the CSSLP exam should have 4 or more years of SDLC (Software Development Lifecycle Experience) experience in one or more of the eight domains of the CSSLP CBK.

They can also attempt the exam if they have 3 years of SDLC experience in one or more domains of the CSSLP CBK along with a 4-year Baccalaureate degree in Computer Science or related fields.

The CSSLP certification program covers the following topics:

Secure software concepts and principles

Secure software requirements

Secure software design

Secure software implementation and coding

Secure software testing

Secure software acceptance and deployment

Secure software operations and maintenance

Supply chain and software acquisition

Software development methodologies and models

Software vulnerabilities, threats, and countermeasures

Legal, regulations, compliance, and investigations

CSSLP certification program is an excellent opportunity for software professionals who want to validate their knowledge and skills in secure software development. The certification program covers the entire software development lifecycle and is based on industry best practices and the latest technologies, processes, and practices for secure software development. The certification provides a competitive edge in the job market and enables professionals to deliver secure software solutions to their organizations.