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Certification
  S/MIME SECURE MESSAGING CERTIFICATION PROGRAM    
The S/MIME Secure Messaging (SSM) certification program identifies organizations and individuals who are able to support the deployment of secure e-mail systems in accordance with The Open Group S/MIME Secure Messaging Architecture, together with appropriate training course and materials.

Benefits
For organizations wishing to deploy secure e-mail systems, S/MIME Secure Messaging SERVICES certification identifies those that have the necessary knowledge and understanding to provide supporting services.

For professional services companies, SSM SERVICES certification and inclusion in the register of certified organizations provides a mechanism of promoting both their services and their commitment to The Open Group SSM Architecture.

All current certified products are listed in the Certification Register.

Certification Process Highlights
S/MIME Secure Messaging certification is for both individuals and organizations. Individuals can become certified by demonstrating their knowledge of S/MIME Secure Messaging by passing an examination. Organizations that offer professional services and training courses in support of deployment of secure e-mail systems can be certified if they meet the criteria.

  1. The Certification Authority for this program is The Open Group, LLC.
  2. A product, service or individual will be certified and entered on the certification register once the Certification Authority is satisfied that the product, service or individual meets the applicable conformance requirements and all other requirements, including formally agreeing to all the required terms, have been met.
  3. A license to use the S/MIME Secure Messaging certification logo in connection with the product, service or individual will be granted when certification is achieved.
  4. All product information supplied to the Certification Authority will be treated as confidential, as required by the Certification Agreement.
  5. The Certification Authority may, from time to time, request proof that the product, service or individual remains in compliance with the requirements outlined in the conformance requirements as per the Certification Policy Document.

Useful Links

  • The starting point for S/MIME Secure Messaging Certification [HTML]
  • The Guide to S/MIME Secure Messaging Certification for Individuals [HTML]
  • Guide to S/MIME Secure Messaging Certified for Examiners [HTML] (for use by Examiners to purchase batches of exam papers and to register individuals)
  • The Certification Policy [PDF]
  • S/MIME Secure Messaging Architecture [PDF]
  • S/MIME Secure Messaging Certification - Core Syllabus [HTML]
  • The Certification Agreement [HTML]
  • Conformance Requirements [TPL]
  • Certification Fees Schedule [HTML]
  • Guide to registering for S/MIME Secure Messaging Certification for Organizations [HTML]
  • The Examiner Agreement [HTML]

 

   
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