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ISQI CTAL-ST Exam Overview:
| Certification Vendor: | iSQI / ISTQB |
|---|---|
| Exam Name: | ISTQB® Certified Tester Advanced Level - Security Tester |
| Exam Number: | CT-SEC (also referred to as CTAL-ST) |
| Related Certifications: | CTAL-TM CTAL-TTA CTFL (Foundation Level) CTAL-TA |
| Exam Format: | Closed-book, Weighted scoring, Multiple-choice |
| Real Exam Qty: | 45 |
| Passing Score: | 65% (52 out of 80 points) |
| Certificate Validity Period: | Lifetime validity |
| Exam Duration: | 120 (+25% = 150 for non-native speakers) |
| Exam Price: | USD 249–328 / EUR 220–280 |
| Available Languages: | Russian, German, Spanish, Portuguese, English, French |
| Recommended Training: | ISTQB Syllabus Download iSQI Accredited Training Providers |
| Exam Registration: | Pearson VUE Test Centers iSQI Official Registration |
| Exam Way: | Online remote proctored or onsite at Pearson VUE / authorized test centers |
| Pre Condition: | Valid ISTQB Certified Tester Foundation Level (CTFL) certificate; recommended 18–36 months of practical software testing experience |
| Official Syllabus URL: | https://isqi.org/ISTQB-Certified-Tester-Security-Tester-CT-SEC/CT-SEC.246 |
ISQI CTAL-ST Exam Syllabus Topics:
| Section | Weight | Objectives |
|---|---|---|
| 8. Security Testing Tools | 7% | - Tool selection & integration - Types of security testing tools |
| 3. Security Testing Processes | 15% | - Security test planning - Execution, evaluation and maintenance - Security test design & analysis |
| 9. Standards and Industry Trends | 3% | - Current trends & emerging threats - Security standards & regulations |
| 7. Security Test Evaluation and Reporting | 10% | - Reporting vulnerabilities & recommendations - Analyzing test results & risk assessment |
| 6. Human Factors in Security Testing | 8% | - Social engineering risks - Security awareness & training validation - Understanding attackers & threats |
| 2. Security Testing Purposes, Goals and Strategies | 12% | - Objectives and scope of security testing - Aligning testing with organizational context - Risk-based and defense approaches |
| 5. Testing Security Mechanisms | 20% | - Authentication, authorization & access control - System hardening & vulnerability scanning - Firewalls, IDS/IPS & network security - Encryption, data protection & integrity |
| 4. Security Testing Throughout the Software Lifecycle | 15% | - Implementation & integration testing - Requirements & design phase security - System, acceptance & maintenance testing |
| 1. The Basis of Security Testing | 10% | - Security risks and concepts - Information security policies & standards - Security auditing and compliance |
Everything Candidates Ask About the ISQI ISTQB Certified Tester Advanced Level - Security Tester Exam
ISQI points candidates toward these official training resources for the ISQI ISTQB Certified Tester Advanced Level - Security Tester exam:
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The CTAL-ST exam is an official ISQI certification exam built around the ISQI ISTQB Certified Tester Advanced Level - Security Tester syllabus detailed above. It counts toward these credential paths: CTFL (Foundation Level), CTAL-TA, CTAL-TTA, CTAL-TM. Passing it demonstrates verified, job-relevant skills — one reason ISQI credentials remain widely respected in 2026. VCE4Plus helps you prepare with 0 practice questions available in PDF, Desktop Test Engine, and Online Test Engine formats.
According to the official outline, the ISQI ISTQB Certified Tester Advanced Level - Security Tester exam is structured around 9 content domains. The leading three are 6. Human Factors in Security Testing (8%), 1. The Basis of Security Testing (10%), and 5. Testing Security Mechanisms (20%). The complete list appears in the topics section above, and VCE4Plus's 0 practice questions span every domain in it.
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You need 65% (52 out of 80 points) to pass the ISQI ISTQB Certified Tester Advanced Level - Security Tester exam, and registration costs USD 249–328 / EUR 220–280. A failed attempt means paying that fee a second time, so test yourself with the VCE4Plus engines first — the performance review shows whether you are actually ready to spend it.
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Valid ISTQB Certified Tester Foundation Level (CTFL) certificate; recommended 18–36 months of practical software testing experience Eligibility rules can be updated, so double-check them on the official ISQI exam page before you register.
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