Attention all security testing enthusiasts. The ISTQB® Certified Tester Security Test Engineer (CT-STE) certification has officially arrived.

Unlike traditional vulnerability and penetration testing, CT-STE focuses on the structured implementation of security testing, covering methodologies, standards, techniques, processes, and tools to ensure security is integrated effectively across development and testing lifecycles.

How does it compare to the widely recognized ISTQB®Certified Tester Security Tester (CT-SEC)?

Certified Tester Security Tester (CT-SEC) was introduced several years ago to arm testers with hands-on security testing skills—like finding vulnerabilities, ethical hacking, and breaking things (in a professional way).

To clarify the differences, we’ve compared both certifications so you can determine which best aligns with your career path.

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