The integration of generative AI into the software development process marks one of the most transformative shifts since the rise of high-level programming languages. For cybersecurity professionals, this evolution offers both groundbreaking opportunities and complex challenges that demand strategic foresight. Additionally, as artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) rapidly reshape cybersecurity operations, education on their use and implications is critical.

The ISC2 AI Pulse Survey revealed that 30% of cybersecurity professionals already use AI security tools, while 42% are actively exploring or testing them, signaling strong momentum toward adoption. These findings underscore the need for comprehensive AI education to ensure professionals can harness AI and ML benefits responsibly, mitigate risks, and adapt to evolving roles. Without targeted training, organizations risk widening knowledge gaps and exposing themselves to new vulnerabilities introduced by AI-driven systems.

ISC2’s new Express Course, Generative AI and Secure Development, is designed to help professionals navigate this rapidly changing landscape. Delivered on-demand, the course provides approximately one hour of focused learning and is worth 1 Group A CPE credit upon  completion for ISC2 members. Available in English starting November 18, 2025, it is priced at $19 for ISC2 members and $23 for non-members.

This intermediate-level course explores how AI-powered coding tools are reshaping development workflows, boosting productivity and subtly altering workforce dynamics. However, these advancements also introduce new security considerations, expanding attack surfaces and creating vulnerabilities that organizations must address proactively.

Key learning outcomes include:

  • Understanding how generative AI applies to code and application development
  • Identifying the security implications of AI-driven development processes
  • Reviewing strategies for integrating AI into secure software development life cycles 

Learners will engage with audio and text-based content, knowledge checks and receive a digital Validation of Completion.

As organizations embrace AI to accelerate innovation, security leaders must ensure that these tools are deployed responsibly. This course equips professionals with the insights needed to balance efficiency with robust security practices—an essential skill in today’s evolving threat landscape.

For more on Express Courses from ISC2, visit https://www.isc2.org/professional-development/courses#Express%20Courses