# ISC2, SANS Workforce Security and Risk Training vs Proofpoint Security Awareness Training Comparison

| | ISC2 | SANS Workforce Security and Risk Training | Proofpoint Security Awareness Training | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Star Rating** | 4.6 out of 5 | 4.6 out of 5 | 4.5 out of 5 | 
| **Total Reviews** | 14 | 35 | 334 | 
| **Largest Market Segment** | Mid-Market (64.3% of reviews) | Mid-Market (51.4% of reviews) | Enterprise (54.4% of reviews) | 
| **Entry Level Price** | Free With One-Time Purchase | Contact Us Per Year | No pricing available | 

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## Top Pros & Cons

### ISC2

Pros:
- Educational (2 reviews)
- Helpful (2 reviews)

Cons:
- Course Quality (2 reviews)
- Difficulty Level (2 reviews)

### SANS Workforce Security and Risk Training

Pros:
- Ease of Use (2 reviews)
- Ease of Understanding (1 reviews)

Cons:
- Course Quality (1 reviews)
- Phishing Issues (1 reviews)

### Proofpoint Security Awareness Training

Pros:
- Training (30 reviews)
- Ease of Use (19 reviews)

Cons:
- Limited Customization (7 reviews)
- Learning Curve (5 reviews)

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## Ratings Comparison
| Rating | ISC2 | SANS Workforce Security and Risk Training | Proofpoint Security Awareness Training | 
|---|---|---|---|
  | **Meets Requirements** | 9.1 (11 reviews) | 9.3 (25 reviews) | 9.0 (216 reviews) | 
  | **Ease of Use** | 8.6 (12 reviews) | 8.9 (28 reviews) | 8.8 (280 reviews) | 
  | **Ease of Setup** | 8.8 (8 reviews) | 8.8 (24 reviews) | 8.7 (248 reviews) | 
  | **Ease of Admin** | Not enough data | 9.2 (18 reviews) | 8.5 (190 reviews) | 
  | **Quality of Support** | 8.1 (9 reviews) | 9.3 (25 reviews) | 8.8 (209 reviews) | 
  | **Has the product been a good partner in doing business?** | Not enough data | 9.7 (18 reviews) | 9.2 (188 reviews) | 
  | **Product Direction (% positive)** | 10.0 (11 reviews) | 9.6 (27 reviews) | 9.0 (211 reviews) | 

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## Pricing

### ISC2

#### Entry-Level Pricing

Plan: Certified in Cybersecurity (CC) Certification

Price: Free With One-Time Purchase

Description: ISC2 developed the Certified in Cybersecurity (CC) credential for newcomers to the field, to recognize the growing trend of people entering the cybersecurity workforce without direct IT experience. Getting Certified in Cybersecurity provides employers with the confidence that you have a solid grasp of the right technical concepts, and a demonstrated aptitude to learn on the job. As an ISC2 certification, those who hold the CC are backed by the world’s largest network of certified cybersecurity professionals helping them continue their professional development and earn new achievements and qualifications throughout their career.

Free for 1 Million Students


Key Features:
- Entry Level
- Self-Paced Learning
- Cost-Effective

[Browse all 2 editions](https://www.g2.com/products/isc2/pricing)

#### Free Trial

Yes

### SANS Workforce Security and Risk Training

#### Entry-Level Pricing

Plan: EndUser Awareness Training

Price: Contact Us Per Year

Description: Relevant curriculum designed and curated by SANS Subject Matter Experts to reduce risk, increase awareness, and mature programs.

Key Features:
- Over 50 Modules across 6 tracks
- Localized translation in 34 languages

[Browse all 4 editions](https://www.g2.com/products/sans-workforce-security-and-risk-training/pricing)

#### Free Trial

Yes

### Proofpoint Security Awareness Training

#### Entry-Level Pricing

No pricing available

#### Free Trial

Yes

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## Features Comparison By Category

### Security Awareness Training

| Product | Score | Reviews |
|---|---|---|
| **ISC2** | N/A | N/A |
| **SANS Workforce Security and Risk Training** | 8.7/10 | 23 |
| **Proofpoint Security Awareness Training** | 8.0/10 | 126 |

#### Assessment

| Feature | ISC2 | SANS Workforce Security and Risk Training | Proofpoint Security Awareness Training | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Continuous Assessment** | Not enough data | 8.9 (23 reviews) | 8.2 (100 reviews) | 
| **Phishing Assessment** | Not enough data | 9.0 (22 reviews) | 8.8 (112 reviews) | 
| **Baselining** | Not enough data | 8.7 (21 reviews) | 8.2 (102 reviews) | 

#### Training

| Feature | ISC2 | SANS Workforce Security and Risk Training | Proofpoint Security Awareness Training | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Content Library** | Not enough data | 8.9 (23 reviews) | 8.2 (117 reviews) | 
| **Interactive Training** | Not enough data | 8.8 (23 reviews) | 8.2 (113 reviews) | 
| **Gamification** | Not enough data | 8.7 (23 reviews) | 7.5 (92 reviews) | 

#### Administration

| Feature | ISC2 | SANS Workforce Security and Risk Training | Proofpoint Security Awareness Training | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Risk-scoring** | Not enough data | 8.6 (21 reviews) | 8.1 (103 reviews) | 
| **Customization** | Not enough data | 8.3 (22 reviews) | 7.9 (110 reviews) | 
| **White-Labeling** | Not enough data | 8.2 (21 reviews) | 8.0 (88 reviews) | 
| **Reporting** | Not enough data | 8.8 (23 reviews) | 8.1 (111 reviews) | 
| **AI-generated Content** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 6.9 (6 reviews) | 

### Cybersecurity Professional Development

| Product | Score | Reviews |
|---|---|---|
| **ISC2** | N/A | N/A |
| **SANS Workforce Security and Risk Training** | N/A | N/A |
| **Proofpoint Security Awareness Training** | N/A | N/A |

#### Platform Reporting and Analytics - Cybersecurity Professional Development

| Feature | ISC2 | SANS Workforce Security and Risk Training | Proofpoint Security Awareness Training | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Baselining** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Advanced Analytics** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Cybersecurity Reporting** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Reports** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### Platform Functionality - Cybersecurity Professional Development

| Feature | ISC2 | SANS Workforce Security and Risk Training | Proofpoint Security Awareness Training | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Learning Paths** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Gamification** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Dashboard Customization** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

#### Platform Accessibilty - Cybersecurity Professional Development

| Feature | ISC2 | SANS Workforce Security and Risk Training | Proofpoint Security Awareness Training | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Administration** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Communication** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
| **Integration** | Not enough data | Not enough data | Not enough data | 

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## Categories

**Unique to ISC2 (1):** [Cybersecurity Professional Development Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/cybersecurity-professional-development)

**Unique to SANS Workforce Security and Risk Training (1):** [Security Awareness Training Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/security-awareness-training)

**Unique to Proofpoint Security Awareness Training (1):** [Security Awareness Training Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/security-awareness-training)


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## Reviewer Demographics

### By Company Size

| Segment | ISC2 | SANS Workforce Security and Risk Training | Proofpoint Security Awareness Training | 
|---|---|---|---|
| **Small-Business** | 28.6% | 14.3% | 5.8% | 
| **Mid-Market** | 64.3% | 51.4% | 39.8% | 
| **Enterprise** | 7.1% | 34.3% | 54.4% | 

### By Industry

#### ISC2

- **Computer & Network Security:** 35.7%
- **Computer Software:** 28.6%
- **Information Technology and Services:** 21.4%
- **Higher Education:** 7.1%
- **Banking:** 7.1%

#### SANS Workforce Security and Risk Training

- **Information Technology and Services:** 17.1%
- **Higher Education:** 14.3%
- **Automotive:** 5.7%
- **Computer Software:** 5.7%
- **Insurance:** 5.7%
- **Financial Services:** 5.7%
- **Electrical/Electronic Manufacturing:** 5.7%
- **Apparel & Fashion:** 2.9%
- **Computer & Network Security:** 2.9%
- **Computer Networking:** 2.9%
- **Other:** 31.4%

#### Proofpoint Security Awareness Training

- **Financial Services:** 8.0%
- **Hospital & Health Care:** 7.6%
- **Information Technology and Services:** 5.5%
- **Retail:** 5.5%
- **Oil & Energy:** 4.6%
- **Construction:** 4.0%
- **Health, Wellness and Fitness:** 3.7%
- **Computer Software:** 3.1%
- **Education Management:** 2.8%
- **Electrical/Electronic Manufacturing:** 2.8%
- **Other:** 52.6%

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### Alternatives to Proofpoint Security Awareness Training

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- [Infosec IQ](https://www.g2.com/products/infosec-iq/reviews) — 4.5/5 stars (654 reviews)
- [MetaCompliance Security Awareness Training](https://www.g2.com/products/metacompliance-security-awareness-training/reviews) — 4.6/5 stars (1125 reviews)
- [SoSafe](https://www.g2.com/products/sosafe/reviews) — 4.5/5 stars (799 reviews)
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## Top Discussions

### ISC2

- Title: [What is (ISC)2 used for?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/what-is-isc-2-used-for) — 2 comments
  > **Top comment:** "(ISC)2 is provide cybersecurity certification "

### SANS Workforce Security and Risk Training

- Title: [Is the SANS Institute good?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/is-the-sans-institute-good) — 1 comment
  > **Top comment:** "It's the best. I must Say!! "

### Proofpoint Security Awareness Training

- Title: [What is Proofpoint Security Awareness Training used for?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/what-is-proofpoint-security-awareness-training-used-for) — 1 comment
  > **Top comment:** "Proofpoint Security Awareness Training is used to educate and train employees on recognizing and responding to cybersecurity threats, such as phishing,..."
- Title: [What are the key elements of a Security Awareness Training & Education Program?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/what-are-the-key-elements-of-a-security-awareness-training-education-program) — 1 comment
  > **Top comment:** "Senior leader support and engagement is critical to success.  The actual program must be applicable and practical and focus on the value that the training..."
- Title: [What is the main purpose of security awareness training?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/what-is-the-main-purpose-of-security-awareness-training) — 1 comment
  > **Top comment:** "To secure your company's cyber threats. You could have the best tools in the world but you can still become compromised and it will only take 1 user and a..."
- Title: [When will the product be integrated more tightly into the Microsoft suite of products?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/14453-when-will-the-product-be-integrated-more-tightly-into-the-microsoft-suite-of-products) — 1 comment, 1 upvote
  > **Top comment:** "Hi,

Currently with Microsoft we have integrations with Outlook (all clients) for email reporting and analysis. We also have integrations for user..."
- Title: [Do you use tools like CASB and DLP to target certain departments or people?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/14386-do-you-use-tools-like-casb-and-dlp-to-target-certain-departments-or-people) — 1 comment, 1 upvote
  > **Top comment:** "You can assign training and assessments within Wombat, based on all the meta data you provide with your user synchronization. This can either be information..."

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