Software
SANS GIAC
Certified Fire & Cloud Forensics
Deeply technical forensics cert. Extremely high value in government and high-stakes financial services.
The facts
Exam cost
$1,900
Difficulty
Very Hard
Prep time
150 hours
Exam length
3 hours
Passing score
71%
Renewal
Every 4 years
Our estimate of the salary effect of holding this credential: +$24,000. This is an editorial estimate, not a measured figure.
Prerequisites
SANS Training
How people prepare
- SANS FOR508
- GIAC Practice Exams
- Digital Forensics with Kali
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