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The Certified Information Systems Security Engineering Professional (ISSEP) certification from ISC2 is designed for professionals who specialize in the practical application of systems engineering principles and processes to build secure systems1. Let’s dive into the details:

What is ISSEP?
The ISSEP certification recognizes your ability to incorporate security into all facets of business operations.
It demonstrates your knowledge and skills in applying engineering principles to develop secure systems.
As an ISSEP, you’ll be adept at integrating security into projects, applications, business processes, and all information systems.
ISSEP Exam Domains: The ISSEP exam covers the following five domains:
Systems Security Engineering Foundations
Risk Management
Security Planning and Design
Systems Implementation, Verification, and Validation
Secure Operations, Change Management, and Disposal
Exam Details:
The ISSEP exam is a three-hour test consisting of 125 multiple-choice questions (100 operational and 25 pre-test items).
To pass, you need a score of 700 out of 1000 points2.
The refreshed ISSEP exam went into effect on November 13, 2020, and is available in English only.
Ideal Candidates for ISSEP:
Senior Systems Engineers
Information Assurance Systems Engineers
Information Assurance Officers
Information Assurance Analysts
Senior Security Analysts
Why Choose ISSEP?
Demonstration of Excellence: ISSEP proves you have an elite level of knowledge and expertise.
New Opportunities: It opens doors to new career paths and exciting work.
Growth and Learning: Dive deep into security engineering and stay at the forefront of information security.
Challenge Yourself: If you’re a lifelong learner, competitive, and want to be seen as a subject matter expert, ISSEP is for you.