The Colloquium on Information Systems Security Education (CISSE) proudly marks its 30th anniversary in 2026, celebrating three decades as the longest-running and premier conference dedicated to cybersecurity education. This milestone event brings together educators, researchers, industry leaders, and government professionals to advance cybersecurity curricula, foster collaboration, and shape the future of the cyber workforce. We invite submissions that contribute to meaningful dialogue, innovative research, and practical advancements in cybersecurity education.
Investigate. Imagine. Integrate. Impact.
Ivy Tech Community College, Indianapolis, ID
Investigate
Explore emerging threats, technologies, and new challenges shaping cybersecurity education.
Imagine
Reimagine how we teach, learn, and prepare students for an evolving cyber landscape.
Integrate · Impact
Connect disciplines, apply innovation, and make a lasting impact on the next generation of cyber professionals.
Suggested Tracks
Emerging Technologies & Innovation
- Artificial Intelligence, Agentic AI, Cyberculture, Ethics, and Risk
- Quantum Computing & Cryptography
- Autonomous Systems, Robotics, OT, SCADA, and IoT Security
- Cyber Analytics & Threat Intelligence
Education & Pedagogy
- AI-Driven Learning and Educational Technologies
- Game-Based, Project-Based, and Challenge-Based Learning
- Online, Remote, and Hybrid Learning Models
- Cybersecurity for Non-Cyber Majors
- K–12 and Non-Traditional Student Pathways
Human & Societal Dimensions
- Human Factors, Psychological Operations, and Adversarial Behavior
- Cyber Criminology and Justice
- Ethics and Philosophy of Cyberspace
- Inclusion, Diversity, and Building Cyber Resilience
- Sociological and Cultural Dimensions of Cybersecurity
Policy, Governance & Global Perspectives
- Cross-Border Data Protection and Regulatory Frameworks
- International Technology Policy and Collaboration
- Cyber Conflict and De-escalation Strategies
- Governance and Institutional Resilience
Additional Topics of Interest
Global Interculturality in Cybersecurity
Building a Resilient Cyber Culture
Interdisciplinary Subjects
Scalability of Cybersecurity
Cyber Forensics
Dark Markets and Threat Ecosystems
Building Broader Resilience
Integrating Current Developments
Threat Analytics
Emerging Technologies & Innovation
- Artificial Intelligence, Agentic AI, Cyberculture, Ethics, and Risk
- Quantum Computing & Cryptography
- Autonomous Systems, Robotics, OT, SCADA, and IoT Security
- Cyber Analytics & Threat Intelligence
Education & Pedagogy
- AI-Driven Learning and Educational Technologies
- Game-Based, Project-Based, and Challenge-Based Learning
- Online, Remote, and Hybrid Learning Models
- Cybersecurity for Non-Cyber Majors
- K–12 and Non-Traditional Student Pathways
Human & Societal Dimensions
- Human Factors, Psychological Operations, and Adversarial Behavior
- Cyber Criminology and Justice
- Ethics and Philosophy of Cyberspace
- Inclusion, Diversity, and Building Cyber Resilience
- Sociological and Cultural Dimensions of Cybersecurity
Policy, Governance & Global Perspectives
- Cross-Border Data Protection and Regulatory Frameworks
- International Technology Policy and Collaboration
- Cyber Conflict and De-escalation Strategies
- Governance and Institutional Resilience
Additional Topics of Interest
Global Interculturality in Cybersecurity
Building a Resilient Cyber Culture
Interdisciplinary Subjects
Scalability of Cybersecurity
Cyber Forensics
Dark Markets and Threat Ecosystems
Building Broader Resilience
Integrating Current Developments
Threat Analytics
Submission Opportunities
In addition to full papers, CISSE welcomes proposals for workshops, panels, roundtables, posters, master classes, and course walk-throughs. For additional opportunities, please visit cisse.info.
Paper Submission Guidelines
- Submission Deadline: August 15, 2026
- Submit via EasyChair: easychair.org/cfp/30thCISSE
- Original, unpublished, and not under parallel review
- Anonymized for double-blind peer review
- 3,000–4,000 words with an abstract of no more than 250 words
- Accepted papers will be published in the CISSE Open Journal with Crossref DOIs and immediate open access
Author Requirements
- Use the IEEE conference template
- Include DOI links for references where available
- Provide ORCID iDs for all authors in the final submission
- Disclose any use of Generative AI or automated tools
- Include IRB approval where required for human-subject research
- Include all authors at the time of submission
- At least one author must register and present in person
Student Papers
CISSE welcomes student submissions from undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs. Student authors must indicate their status at the time of submission and must be the primary contributor to the paper. Eligible submissions will be considered for the Erich Spengler Student Paper of the Year Award, which includes complimentary registration for the following year.
Submit to The 30th Colloquium
Join a national community of cybersecurity educators and leaders, contribute to a 30-year legacy of impact, and share your work through a respected peer-reviewed, open-access venue.
