there are things like OSCP and CISSP which require a background check and sponsor. there is a reason they are popular for security roles. that's not the same

there are things like OSCP and CISSP which require a background check and sponsor. there is a reason they are popular for security roles. that's not the same as a white-hat license but it shows that you registered, that you made it clear where you're at, and that you've had some minimum ethical and professional training.