Cyber Security Certifications | GIAC Certifications

GIAC Certifications: The Highest Standard in Cyber Security Certifications

GIAC Certifications provide the highest and most rigorous assurance of cyber security knowledge and skill available to industry, government, and military clients across the world. Get Certified Renew Certification NewsCertification CategoriesWhy CertifyNewest Certifications

Latest GIAC News & Updates

Follow Us:

• CertifyGIAC
• GIAC.org
• GIAC Certifications

Certification New! GIAC Offensive AI Analyst (GOAA) Validate expertise in using AI for offensive adversary analysis, with an emphasis on attacker tradecraft, techniques, and real-world intrusion behaviors. View Event RSAC 2026 Conference Join thousands of your peers at RSAC 2026 Conference in San Francisco from March 23–26. Discover new strategies, explore bold technologies, and connect with peers who share your challenges and ambitions. As a valued GIAC certification holder, you’ll receive exclusive savings using code: 16UGIACAD. Don’t just attend the Conference—be part of the community that defines what’s next. Register Now! Register Now!

• Blog July 11, 2025 Level Up with GIAC Applied Knowledge Exams
• Blog March 19, 2025 The Value of Hands-On, Real World Testing 
• Blog January 13, 2025 Protecting the Integrity of GIAC Certifications
• Blog December 13, 2024 Why a Job Task Analysis in the Foundation of every certification

See More

Stackable Certifications

GIAC offers two Categories of stackable certifications to meet the needs of different professionals: Practitioner Certifications and Applied Knowledge Certifications.

• The 40+ GIAC Certifications you have always known will now be referred to as GIAC Practitioner Certifications. Spanning the breadth of Infosec, the certifications prove your foundational skills are solid in a certain area.
• Applied Knowledge Certifications are designed to challenge the most seasoned professionals going beyond foundational skills to rigorously assess hands-on skills and real-world experience. Candidates must solve real-world challenges in a 100% virtual machine environment.

GIAC Portfolio Certifications

Portfolio Certifications are built on the foundation of Practitioner and Applied Knowledge stackable certifications.

Candidates can choose from a wide range of certifications to create a unique portfolio of credentials that demonstrate their expertise in a specific field or across multiple focus areas. Those who build portfolios to become GIAC Security Professionals (GSPs) may choose to advance to the highest level of GIAC certification, the GIAC Security Expert (GSE).

Learn More

Blog Posts

Explore customer stories, the value of a GIAC Certification and new certifications. NEW! Build Your Cybersecurity Certification Portfolio: GSP and GSE Learn More GIAC Cybersecurity Certification Categories: Practitioner and Applied Knowledge Learn More Sorting Through the Noise: GIAC's New Path to the GSE Learn More Introducing GIAC’s New Certification Journey Learn More The Transformative Power of Cybersecurity Certifications: A Win-Win for Employees and Employers Learn More Introducing the GX-PT: Redefining Penetration Testing Excellence Learn More GX-FA Proves the Value of Hands-On Experience Learn More From Tactical Skills to Strategic Management: New GEIR Certification Prepares Leaders for the Cybersecurity Frontlines Learn More Unveiling the 2024 SANS | GIAC Cyber Workforce Research Report: Building and Sustaining Mid-Level Cybersecurity Roles Learn More

Why Certify With GIAC

92% of candidates say they are more confident in their abilities. * 84% are more determined to succeed professionally. * 80% Meet their goal whether it is increased pay, promotion or personal satisfaction. * 140K+ Community. GIAC Alumni in our community.

Find Certifications by Focus Area

GIAC certifications are now organized by focus areas that align with industry trends and needs.

• 

  Offensive Operations

• 

  Cyber Defense

• 

  Cloud Security

• 

  Industrial Control Systems

• 

  Digital Forensics & Incident Response

• 

  Cybersecurity Leadership

View All Certifications

Get Certified

Cyber threats are constantly evolving – which is why we regularly develop new certifications to meet the needs of the industry. Learn more about GIAC and the programs and resources we offer below. CyberLive GIAC Certifications, known for setting the standard for cyber security certifications over the past two decades, is now raising the bar even higher with CyberLive. Learn More Resources Join the GIAC community to stay up to date on new certification releases, CyberLive updates, industry trends, and more. Learn More Workforce Development From entry-level testing to senior-level development, GIAC is your ideal partner for certifying a high-performing cyber security team. Learn More

Newest Certifications

Continue building skills to take the next step in your career with GIAC’s new certifications.

• Previous
• Next

Certification GIAC Information Security Fundamentals (GISF) The GIAC Information Security Fundamentals (GISF) certification validates a practitioner's knowledge of security's foundation, computer functions and networking, introductory cryptography, and cybersecurity technologies. Learn More Certification GIAC Offensive AI Analyst (GOAA) The GIAC Offensive AI Analyst (GOAA) certification validates ability to apply practical, real-world offensive artificial intelligence techniques to modern cybersecurity challenges. Learn More Certification GIAC Strategic OSINT Analyst (GSOA) The GSOA certification validates a practitioner’s ability to master advanced OSINT skills—automating investigations with Python, analyzing data at scale, and uncovering threats across social platforms, darknet forums, blockchain activity, and disinformation networks. Learn More See More Certifications

• Previous
• Next

I value the instant respect and credibility GIAC professionals receive. People know you’ve worked hard to obtain the certification and they recognize the critical skills and knowledge that come with it. Ben Boyle GXPN, GWAPT, GCIA Attackers are always evolving, and having a GIAC cert prepares you to evolve with them. It allows you to implement the appropriate methods and best practices in your company while understanding it's a continuous fight. Jason Sevilla GCIH, GMON, GSEC

 *Source: PearsonVue 2024  on the 92%, 84%, AND 80%