Converged Security Training Programmes
A structured qualification pathway from converged security foundations to postgraduate executive leadership.
CSI offers a governed professional qualification pathway designed for security practitioners, IT professionals, managers and organisational leaders. The pathway combines certification, applied assessment and executive integration so candidates can lead cyber, physical and operational technology security as one organisational function.
CSI Qualification Pathway
A cumulative progression from foundational expertise to postgraduate executive leadership. The complete PGDCSL comprises 90 GCSB Academic Credits across five mandatory components: CSCE 15, CSP 20, CSL 20, CCSO 20 and the Executive Integration Portfolio 15.
CSI certifications are awarded in accordance with the CSI Certification Policy.
Qualification Components
CSCE - Converged Security Cyber Expert
Foundational knowledge in converged security fundamentals, governance principles, risk management, incident response, regulatory compliance, organisational resilience and security leadership fundamentals.
CSP - Converged Security Professional
Operational and implementation capability across technology integration, SIEM/PSIM, identity and access management, OT security, security operations, data protection, threat detection and organisational readiness.
CSL - Chartered Converged Security Leader
Leadership and governance implementation across security leadership, cross-domain management, resilience, regulatory strategy, crisis leadership, security culture and transformation management.
CCSO - Chief Converged Security Officer
Executive-level capability across security governance, board-level oversight, enterprise risk, strategic resilience leadership, security transformation, executive communications, compliance governance and performance assurance.
PGDCSL - Postgraduate Executive Diploma in Converged Security Leadership
CSI's highest integrated qualification, awarded after CSCE, CSP, CSL, CCSO and the assessed Executive Integration Portfolio (EIP, 15 GCSB Academic Credits / 150 hours capstone).
CSI Certification Policy 2.0
This policy governs the award, maintenance, and recognition of CSI certification components and the PGDCSL pathway. It applies to candidates, enrolled participants, certified professionals and PGDCSL candidates across the five-component professional qualification framework.
§ 1 - Eligibility
- CSCE: Open to all security practitioners. No formal prerequisites - designed as the entry point to the CSI certification pathway.
- CSP: Minimum 1 year of relevant professional experience in security or a related discipline required. CSCE pathway preferred.
- CSL: CSCE and CSP are the standard preceding components. Direct Chartered Assessment available for leaders with 15+ years' experience, including 5+ years in leadership responsibility.
- CCSO: Direct Chartered Executive Assessment for serving C-suite leaders with 15+ years' experience; CISSP, CPP, or equivalent recognised qualification preferred; all candidates subject to CSI Certification & Standards Committee review.
§ 2 - Assessment & Award
- CSCE: Group scenario-based assessment across 7 modules. No written examination. Award: CSI Digital Certificate and verifiable badge (3-year validity). Exam-only route available via partner portal.
- CSP: Written and practical assessment administered by CSI. Passing standard confirmed per programme framework. Exam-only route available via partner portal.
- CSL: Direct Chartered Assessment: portfolio of evidence, executive assessment interview and panel review via CSI's partner portal. Governed as the leadership component of the PGDCSL framework.
- CCSO: Direct Chartered Executive Assessment: panel review and executive integration case via partner portal. Covers all 22 capability domains. Certificates issued within 14 working days of confirmed completion.
- PGDCSL: Completion requires CSCE, CSP, CSL, CCSO and the assessed Executive Integration Portfolio (EIP). Weighted scoring: CSCE 15% · CSP 20% · CSL 20% · CCSO 25% · EIP 20%. Classification: Distinction 90–100 · Merit 80–89 · Pass 70–79.
§ 3 - Validity & Renewal
- CSI designations remain subject to good standing, professional conduct and applicable maintenance requirements.
- Annual CPD requirements are designation-specific: CSCE 10h, CSP 15h, CSL 20h, CCSO 25h, PGDCSL 25h.
- The PGDCSL award itself remains permanently recorded, while active certification, fellowship and professional standing may be suspended or revoked.
- CSI may require refresher assessment, updated certification or CPD evidence where standards materially change.
§ 4 - Code of Conduct
- All certified professionals must uphold the CSI Code of Conduct and act with integrity in their professional practice at all times.
- Misrepresentation of certification status, level, or credentials is grounds for immediate revocation.
- CSI reserves the right to revoke any certification where conduct is found to be in breach of professional ethics, CSI standards, or applicable law.
§ 5 - Recognition & Use
- Official designations include CSCE, CSP, CSL, CCSO and PGDCSL. The PGDCSL post-nominal may be used after all valid CSI designations while the graduate remains in good standing.
- CSI may maintain a verifiable register of PGDCSL graduates and certified professionals in accordance with its records and privacy framework.
- Use of CSI certification marks, logos, or designations in commercial marketing or publications requires prior written consent from CSI.
§ 6 - Pricing & Enrolment
- CSCE: €250 per participant (training + exam). Exam-only route via partner portal: €100.
- CSP: €750 per participant (training + exam). Exam-only route via partner portal: €250.
- CSL: Direct Chartered Assessment: €200 (via CSI's partner portal). Governed as the leadership component of the PGDCSL framework.
- CCSO: Direct Chartered Executive Assessment: €500 (via CSI's partner portal). 15+ years' senior security leadership experience required; subject to CSI Certification & Standards Committee review.
- PGDCSL: From €995 (Founding Cohort) to €2,995 (Government & Enterprise). Six pricing tiers - see tiered pricing on the programme page.
- Bundle · CSCE + CSP: €800 (20% saving).
- CSP live cohorts: scheduled quarterly · typical cohort size 5–10 participants. Direct Chartered Assessment (CSL / CCSO) and PGDCSL routes are enrolled on application.
§ 7 - Appeals & Complaints
- Candidates may appeal an assessment outcome in writing to info@convergedsecurity.es within 30 days of receiving their result.
- Appeals are reviewed by an independent panel with no involvement in the original assessment. Decisions are final and binding.
- Complaints regarding programme delivery must be submitted in writing to info@convergedsecurity.es within 14 days of the programme end date.
CSI programme and certification policy alignment · Published by the Converged Security Institute · Administered by Prof. Dr. Vladimir Bunic · PGDCSL framework effective 1 January 2027.
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