CISSP Exam Strategy — a practical, no fluff playbook to pass with confidence on your first attempt. In this session, Mike Gibbs lays out proven CISSP exam tips, the right CISSP mindset, and an efficient study plan that maps to the eight domains—so you can focus on what the exam really tests: risk based, management level judgment. What you’ll learn • CISSP exam strategy (managerial lens): think like a security leader—prioritize risk, safety, and business impact over tool trivia. • CISSP domains explained (at a glance): 1. Security & Risk Management 2. Asset Security 3. Security Architecture & Engineering 4. Communication & Network Security 5. Identity & Access Management (IAM) 6. Security Assessment & Testing 7. Security Operations 8. Software Development Security • How to pass CISSP: eliminate distractors, choose most vs least secure, prefer least privilege, defense in depth, and policy first answers. • Study plan that works: weekly objectives, mixed mode practice (scenario questions + why the wrong answers are wrong), and spaced review. • CISSP for security architects: tie architecture decisions to governance, risk, compliance, and business outcomes. • Exam day tactics: timeboxing, flag and move, staying objective under pressure, and avoiding “engineer only” thinking. Quick prep blueprint (30/60/90) • Days 1–30: domain overviews + notes; master core principles (CIA triad, risk, governance, BCP/DR, IAM). • Days 31–60: deep dives + daily 20–30 scenario questions; build a personal weak topics list. • Days 61–90: two full practice sets/week; teach back summaries; refine decision frameworks for tricky topics (crypto, SDLC, legal/regulatory, ops). Who this helps • Candidates targeting cloud architect / solutions architect / enterprise architect roles who need a management level security mindset. • Practitioners balancing CISSP exam preparation with work who want the highest leverage study sequence. Topics • Why most candidates fail (mindset mismatch) • CISSP exam strategy vs engineer thinking • Eight CISSP domains explained (what to prioritize) • Study plan (30/60/90) & resources • Exam day tactics & question triage • Architect’s edge: tying controls to business outcomes • Final checklist & next steps CISSP® is a certification of (ISC)². This video is independent content intended to help you plan your study strategy. From Go Cloud Architects (Go Cloud Careers) — subscribe for weekly security and architecture career guidance. FREE Webinar, learn how to become a cloud architect ----- FREE Career Resources for you! FREE certification guide for architect careers, FREE ebook How to Get Your First Architect Job Guide, Free ebook GEN AI Architect Career Guide here, FREE ebook How to Land Your First Tech Job, FREE ebook Winning the Interview Guide get yours today, Free ebook Why Tech Skills Aren’t Enough, ----- FREE Training Resources for you! AWS Solutions Architect Associate Course, AWS Advanced Networking Course, Azure Solution Architect Expert Course, CCNA (Cisco Certified Network Associate) Course, BGP Workshop, Subnetting Workshop, CCSP (Certified Cloud Security Professional) Course, CISM (Certified Information Security Manager) Course, CCSK (Certificate of Cloud Security Knowledge) Course, ----- At Go Cloud Careers and Go Cloud Architects we are focused on helping you be the best at your dream cloud career. Not only do we explain the difference between cloud architect vs cloud engineer, but we answer your questions to help you learn how to become a cloud architect or how to start a cloud computing career. Ever wanted to know exactly what is a cloud architect or what is cloud computing, then this session is the place for you. Wondering whether you should focus on AWS cloud computing or an Azure cloud computing, come and ask us. What to learn more about our cloud architect course then ask us. Our goal at Go Cloud Careers to is to help as many people as possible figure out there path to getting cloud hired so they can become successful as quickly as possible! Please follow, like, or subscribe to us on our other platforms: Go Cloud Architects Facebook Page: Mike Gibbs LinkedIn Page: Go Cloud Architects LinkedIn page: Twitter: #CISSP #CyberSecurity #GoCloudCareers