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DataClear Certification
Trusted Certification for the IT and Data Management Industry
DataClear is a streamlined certification for IT and data-handling professionals that confirms baseline security competence, and validates alignment with industry standards. Candidates complete an assessment covering access control, encryption, secure coding, vulnerability management, incident response, cloud security, and privacy basics (e.g., data classification and retention). Those who meet the bar earn the DataClear Certified seal and a unique certificate ID for quick employer/vendor checks. The credential complements—not replaces—role-specific certs (e.g., Security+, CISSP).
Why DataClear
The DataClear credential is developed in alignment with leading information security and data privacy standards, including:
- NIST Cybersecurity Framework (CSF)
- ISO/IEC 27001 Information Security Management
- GDPR & U.S. Data Privacy Regulations (CCPA, HIPAA Security Rule)
- Zero Trust and Access Control Principles
This certification verifies that individuals demonstrate baseline knowledge of data protection, access control, and compliance obligations required across industries that handle sensitive or regulated information.
Who Benefits from DataClear?
- Professionals (IT, developers, data engineers/scientists, analysts): Portable credential signaling security-by-design skills and readiness to handle sensitive data.
- Employers & vendors (SaaS, fintech, healthcare IT, startups, MSPs): A consistent, auditable bar for staff and third parties touching regulated or high-value data.
- Security, GRC, and compliance teams: Faster evidence collection for audits and third-party risk reviews with clear mapping to controls.
- Recruiters & staffing firms: Pre-validated candidates who meet a recognized, standards-aligned baseline.
- Customers & end users: Greater trust that data is protected and handled responsibly.
