Members belong to both ISSA International and at least one chapter (click here to view chapter dues rates). Fees are processed by ISSA International. General and Government Organizational membership types have the option of a 1-year, 2-year, 3-year or 5-year renewal cycle. Renewal is based on an anniversary rather than calendar year and you will receive a reminder 60 days prior to your term end date.
ISSA International Annual Dues
General Membership
$95(USD) + chapter dues
Professionals who have as their primary responsibility information systems security in the private or public sector, or professionals who supply information systems security consulting services to the private or public sector; or IS Auditors, or IS professionals who have as one of their primary responsibilities information systems security in the private or public sector; educators, attorneys and law enforcement officers having a vested interest in information security; or professionals with primary responsibility for marketing or supplying security equipment or products. Multi-year memberships for General Members, are as follows:
- 2-Year Membership – $185, plus 2 years of chapter dues
- 3-Year Membership – $275, plus 3 years of chapter dues
- 5-Year Membership – $440, plus 5 years of chapter dues
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CISO Executive Membership
$995(USD) + chapter dues
The role of information security executives continues to be defined and redefined as the integration of business and technology evolves. While these new positions gain more authority and responsibility, peers must form a collaborative environment to foster knowledge and influence that will help shape the profession.
The Information Systems Security Association (ISSA) recognizes this need and has created the exclusive CISO Executive Membership program to give executives an environment to achieve mutual success. Connecting professionals to a large network of peers, valuable information and top industry experts, the program is a functional resource for members to advance personal and industry understanding of critical issues in information security.
Included with your full-membership investment of $995, plus chapter dues:
- Free registration at 4 CISO Executive Forums per year, including lodging for one night and all meals at each Forum
- Extensive networking opportunities with peers and experts on an on-going basis
- Privileged access to online information and discussion forums
- Direct access to top subject matter experts through educational seminars and online discussions
- Automatic CPE submission
- ISSA membership fee included
For more information about CISO Executive Membership, please visit the CISO Executive Members area on our website.
Click on the link for a complete list of CISO Executive Membership criteria.
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Government Organizational Membership
$90(USD) + chapter dues
Government agencies own this membership. It is assigned to a specific position and is transferable as reassignments occur. If a person is named or assigned to this membership and said person signs and complies with the Code of Ethics, that person will be able to vote and hold office. Agencies are prohibited from voting unassigned memberships.
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Student Membership
$30(USD) + chapter dues
Student members are full-time students in an accredited institution of higher learning. This membership class carries the same privileges as that of a General Member except that Student Members may not vote on Association matters or hold an office on the ISSA International Board. There is no restriction against students forming a student chapter.
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