ISC2 Insights
The latest ISC2 updates, along with member views on global cybersecurity trends and issues, public policy, technology innovation and more.
Article •July 29, 2025 What are the U.K. Software Security and AI Codes of Practice?
Created following extensive public and industry consultation, these Codes of Practice set out the fundamental security and resilience measures for U.K. organizations that develop and/or sell software to other organizations, as well as defining minimum viable principles and standards to secure AI systems.
July 29, 2025 ISC2 Workshops Advance Cyber Ethics: New Code of Professional Conduct Nears Release with Global Member Input
ISC2 is set to release a new Code of Professional Conduct for cybersecurity professionals in 2025. Learn about the latest step of the project: extra resources developed with global member input, such as practical guidance, ethical decision-making tools, and real-world scenarios designed to bring the Code to life and support professionals at every level.
Article •July 28, 2025 My Path from the Rugby Pitch to Cybersecurity
A sports injury set Owen John, CISSP, CCSP, on a new and very different career path that led him into IT, then into cybersecurity. Here he explains why he made the move from sport into security and how a chance conversation started his journey towards becoming a cybersecurity professional.
Article •July 25, 2025 Keeping the Human Touch as Agentic AI Impacts Your Security Organization
The recent ISC2 AI Spotlight asked a number of artificial intelligence (AI) questions over the course of the two-day virtual event. The opening session talked to the theme of a growing number of conversations across the industry: with agentic AI seemingly about to become the next big thing, what about the human element?
Article •July 23, 2025 Multi-Agent Intelligence Meets Automation
Multi-agent systems are attracting attention for their potential to address complex, real-world challenges with greater efficiency. ISC2 candidate Hrishitva Patel shares his experience of using multi-agent artificial intelligence (AI) for cybersecurity applications.
Article •July 22, 2025 CCSP Exam Going CAT - Are You Ready?
CCSP exam transitions to CAT format Oct 1, 2025—tailoring questions to your skill level for smarter assessment, increased flexibility and enhanced security. Same domains, just more precision. Ready to level up?
Article •July 21, 2025 The Ethics of AI - Carving a Principled Path for Your Organization
AI has created a plethora of ethical considerations – stemming from its use to its impartiality and its ability to operate autonomously. At the recent ISC2 AI Spotlight virtual event, a panel drawing in insights from academia, as well as legal and industry experts discussed these and other challenging ethical AI considerations.
Article •July 18, 2025 Navigating the Quantum Cloud Frontier: My Journey Towards AI-Augmented Cryptography
When posed with a question about quantum cryptography readiness, Ankit Gupta, ISSMP, CISSP, CCSP, realized he and the organization didn’t have an answer. He explains what he did, what worked and what he learned trying to make quantum security real before the threat becomes real.
July 17, 2025 Strengthening ISC2 Global Chapters with New Resources
Explore how ISC2 chapters connect cybersecurity professionals for networking, certifications, career growth, and community building. Learn about the new CRMCs and Chapter Playbook designed to empower chapter leaders and strengthen ISC2’s global chapter network.
Press Release •July 17, 2025 Center for Cyber Safety and Education and Amentum Open Scholarships for Professionals Pursuing the CISSP
Scholarship expands access to CISSP certification to advance and strengthen the global cybersecurity profession