ISSAP: Information Systems Security Architecture Professional

A specialized concentration for CISSP holders, the ISSAP validates expert-level competence in the architecture of secure systems. It is designed for Chief Security Architects and senior analysts who design the security infrastructure that supports the business. The exam covers complex domains like identity and access management architecture, security operations architecture, and the design of cryptographic systems. It requires the candidate to create security models that are scalable, resilient, and aligned with organizational risk tolerance. It is the "architect" badge for the CISSP elite.