The security engineering domain consists of security design principles that are the building blocks of secure software, hardware, and networking products. This domain also addresses best practices, proven models, and processes that can be adapted during product design. The focus of this domain is to ensure good security implementation. This domain also deals with technical vulnerabilities and mitigation techniques. Additionally, cryptography and physical security principles and practices are also covered in this domain.
A candidate appearing for a CISSP exam is expected to have foundational concepts and knowledge in the following key areas of the security engineering domain:
Secure design principles
Security engineering practices
Security organizational processes
Information security models
Systems security evaluation models
Security capabilities in information systems
Vulnerability assessment...