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
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.
Investigate. Imagine. Integrate. Impact.
Ivy Tech Community College, Indianapolis, ID
We invite submissions that present well-formed, clearly articulated ideas or findings that advance the field of cybersecurity education. Papers should be thoughtfully contextualized, grounded in relevant literature, and transparent in their methodology. Authors are encouraged to clearly convey the broader applicability of their work, including its significance and contribution to the field. Conclusions should be supported through appropriate analytical methods, whether empirical or derived through widely accepted qualitative approaches. The inclusion of figures and tables is encouraged where they enhance clarity and impact.
To be considered for publication in the Journal of the Colloquium for Information Systems Security Education (JCISSE), at least one author must register for the conference and present the paper in person. All initial submissions must be properly anonymized to support blind peer review; submissions that do not meet this requirement will be automatically rejected.
To be considered for presentation at the 30th Colloquium, please submit an original, unpublished, and anonymized paper in the field of cybersecurity education by August 15, 2026, selecting one of the suggested tracks. Parallel submissions are not permitted.
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
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.
Paper Submission Guidelines
- Deadline: August 15, 2026
- Submit via EasyChair: EasyChair CFP under review
- 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
- Figures and images should be submitted in high resolution (minimum 300 DPI)
- 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; additions after submission are not permitted and will result in rejection
- At least one author must register and present in person
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.
EasyChair CFP under review
