CPP
Certified Protection Professional
Certification Overview
ASIS International's gold-standard physical security certification covering seven domains: security principles, investigations, personnel security, physical security, information security, and crisis management. The 4-hour exam has 200-225 questions. Requires 7-9 years security experience (5-7 with degree).
The Certified Protection Professional (CPP) is a globally recognized benchmark designed for professionals aiming to prove their expertise in security. In today's competitive landscape, this certification acts as a critical signal to employers regarding your technical proficiency and commitment to the field.
Primary Impact
- Higher salary ceiling in Security roles
- Validated expertise at the enterprise level
Market Signal
Ranked as a Top Security Credential for 2026, holding the CPP significantly reduces the time-to-hire for senior positions.
Market Outlook
We monitor job market volume in real-time to provide the most accurate demand forecasting for your career.
Market Sentiment
There are currently 3,335 open roles in the US requiring this specific certification.
Tracking period: 12 Weeks
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Maintenance & Recognition
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Proctoring Options
Path to Excellence
Everything you need to successfully navigate the CPP certification journey.
01 Entry Requirements
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Security Mgmt Exp.
Professional security management experience including law enforcement or military.
02 The Process
ASIS Domains
Master the 7 domains including Investigations and Physical Security.
Professional Dev
Complete security management training and ethics review.
Pass Board Exam
Successfully complete the ASIS Certified Protection Professional exam.
Live Postings
Real-time Local Data1/7/2026
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11/4/2025
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1/9/2026
CPP Specialist
1/6/2026
CPP Instructor
7/29/2025
CPP Specialist
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