ISSEP – Information Systems Security Engineering Professional
🧭 Overview
ISSEP – Information Systems Security Engineering Professional is an advanced CISSP concentration focused on integrating security into engineering processes. It validates expertise in system security engineering, technical risk management, and secure system design.
ISSEP is especially valued in government, defense, and engineering-driven organizations where secure system development is critical.
📚 Requirements
- Active CISSP certification
- Pass the ISSEP exam covering five domains:
- Systems Security Engineering Foundations
- Risk Management
- Security Planning and Design
- Systems Implementation, Verification and Validation
- Secure Operations, Change Management and Disposal
- Maintain certification through CPE credits
🤝 Community & Recognition
ISSEP is highly respected among engineers, architects, and government professionals who design and maintain secure systems. It is closely aligned with NIST and DoD engineering frameworks.
📜 Quick Facts
Issuing Organization: ISC2
Website: https://www.isc2.org/
Credential Focus: Security engineering, risk management, system lifecycle
Audience: Engineers, architects, government system designers
Continuing Education: Required via CPE credits
Related Designations: CISSP, ISSAP, ISSMP
