ISC2 Insights
The latest ISC2 updates, along with member views on global cybersecurity trends and issues, public policy, technology innovation and more.
Article •July 2, 2025 How AI-Based Phishing Simulations Reduced Our Attack Surface
Phishing attacks continue to spread around the digital world, exploiting human vulnerabilities to penetrate business defense systems. Bhavya Jain, CISSP, explains how and why he deployed AI-based phishing simulations to mitigate the threat posed to his organization and colleagues.
Article •July 1, 2025 New Exam Outlines for ISC2 Advanced Security Certifications
New Exam Outlines will be in place for ISC2’s advanced security certifications beginning August 1, 2025. These include Information Systems Security Architecture Professional (ISSAP), Information Systems Security Engineering Professional (ISSEP) and Information Systems Security Management Professional (ISSMP).
Article •July 1, 2025 Understanding AI: ISC2's Top Webinars
The ISC2 webinar series contains a wealth of continuous education opportunities. We’ve pulled out some of the top-rated and most topical AI webinars from the last 12 months for your viewing enjoyment.
Article •July 1, 2025 July is AI Month – Our Focus on Artificial Intelligence and Cybersecurity
With new research, member voices, AI Appreciation Day to the ISC2 Spotlight on AI, July will provide you with new perspectives on the growth, benefits and impact of AI on cybersecurity professionals and the organizations they support.
Article •June 30, 2025 How I Strengthened Cloud Security with Three Fundamental Practices
When Suresh Akkemgari, CISSP, transitioned into a cloud security leadership role, he was surprised by how challenging it was to maintain visibility across all cloud assets. Here he explains what happened and what he did to address the issue.
Article •June 30, 2025 The Importance of Security in the Software Development Lifecycle
The average cybersecurity professional, particularly the average CISO, is unlikely to be or have a background as a software developer.
Article •June 27, 2025 Find Your Place in Cybersecurity History – ISC2 Unified Body of Knowledge
Hear from ISC2 members who are making a difference in the future of #cybersecurity by engaging in the development of a unified body of knowledge. Learn about the groundbreaking project and how cyber professionals are connecting to build the future of the profession. #CISSP
Article •June 27, 2025 ISC2 Member Spotlight: Cybersecurity Inclusivity During Pride Month
ISC2 is committed to creating pathways for people to become the most rigorously certified and highly qualified professionals in cybersecurity, whatever their background, and to foster a welcoming community for all. As part of our Pride Month celebrations, we spoke to ISC2 colleague Ebony Stevens, MSc, CISSP, SSCP to learn more about her story and her cybersecurity career journey.
Article •June 26, 2025 Navigating Cybersecurity: My Strategies for Continuous Learning in a Changing World
In the dynamic world of cybersecurity, continuous learning isn't just important but imperative. Somdutta Bannerjee, CCSP, CISSP, shares how she approaches this challenge.
Article •June 24, 2025 Stay Ahead in Cybersecurity: Explore ISC2’s New Express Courses on Cloud Security and Leadership
Advance your cybersecurity career with ISC2’s new Express Courses on cloud security and cyber leadership. Learn on your schedule, earn CPE credits, and gain practical skills in just one hour.