GIAC Certified Windows Security Administrator (GCWN)

GCWN holders have demonstrated the knowledge, skills and abilities to secure Microsoft Windows clients and servers, including technologies such as PKI, IPSec, Dynamic Access Control, Group Policy, RADIUS, BitLocker, and PowerShell. Professionals holding the GCWN are qualified to install, configure, and secure Microsoft Windows clients and servers.

This badge is issued by Global Information Assurance Certification (GIAC)

Skills

BitLocker
Cyber Defense
Dynamic Access Control
Group Policy
Information Security
Network Security
PKI
Powershell
RADIUS
Windows Security

What it takes to earn this badge

Candidate submits application for certification attempt
Accept GIAC's Code of Ethics
Acquire skills via industry experience or from a training course
Proctored high stakes exam
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Standards

ANSI ISO/IEC 17024:2012 ANSI accreditation is generally recognized as the highest standard in personnel certification accreditation.