CIPT Certified Information Privacy Technologist

  • Overview: CIPT certifies professionals in privacy technology, focusing on building privacy in technology products and services.
  • Target Audiences: IT professionals, software developers, privacy engineers, and security professionals.
  • Prerequisites: No formal prerequisites; however, a background in IT, privacy, or security is recommended.
  • Course Content:
    • Privacy in IT:
      • Understanding privacy concepts and regulations.
      • Privacy risks associated with IT systems.
      • Implementing privacy controls in IT environments.
    • Privacy by Design:
      • Integrating privacy considerations into the software development lifecycle.
      • Privacy-enhancing technologies and techniques.
      • Designing systems and processes that protect privacy by default.
    • Privacy Engineering:
      • Developing privacy architectures for IT systems.
      • Implementing technical controls to enforce privacy policies.
      • Engineering solutions for data minimization, anonymization, and encryption.
    • Data Protection Techniques:
      • Techniques for protecting personal data throughout its lifecycle.
      • Implementing data protection impact assessments (DPIAs).
      • Responding to data breaches and ensuring regulatory compliance.
  • Exam Details:
    • 90 multiple-choice questions
    • 2.5-hour duration
    • Passing score: 300 out of 500 points
  • Price: Approximately $750 USD for the exam; training costs typically range from $1,500 to $2,500 USD.