How does GIAC compare to other certifications that are available?
A certification attempts to set an objective standard or measurement of ability. Candidates who successfully pass a given certification are assumed to possess a minimum level of knowledge and skill. How well a given certification sets and measures that standard, whether the certification has value or is considered a “paper” certification, depends largely on how that certification is designed and administered. We feel that there are a number of factors that set GIAC apart from other certification programs: • Emphasis on the practical application of knowledge. While GIAC places importance on the theories and best practices behind information security, we also place a very strong emphasis on the practical application of that knowledge to “real world” situations. GIAC ensures that not only do you “know the stuff,” you can also “do the work.” • Demonstrated ability. Students who complete technical research papers are publicly posted to the GIAC web site, both to demonstrate their ability an
