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(CDPSE )
Certified Data Privacy Solutions Engineer
About the Certification
This is an advanced, globally recognized professional certification in Data Privacy Solutions Engineering, offered by ISACA. It focuses on designing and implementing privacy solutions across systems, applications, and enterprise architectures. The certification aims to enable professionals to embed privacy requirements from the design stage (Privacy by Design), translate regulations such as GDPR into practical technical controls, and manage data privacy risks throughout the information lifecycle. It covers privacy governance, system architecture, data lifecycle management, and technologies supporting compliance, making it highly suitable for solution architects, security engineers, privacy specialists, and digital transformation leaders. It represents a strong credential for professional work in enterprise environments where data protection and regulatory compliance are core strategic priorities.
Main Curriculum
The curriculum is divided into three main sections
- Privacy Governance
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- Privacy governance concepts
- Regulatory frameworks and laws such as GDPR
- Roles and responsibilities
- Enterprise privacy program management
- Privacy Architecture
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- Embedding privacy into system design
- Privacy by Design and Privacy by Default
- Data flow modeling
- Privacy Impact Assessments (PIA / DPIA)
- Data Lifecycle Management
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- Data collection and usage
- Secure data storage and protection
- Data sharing and transfer
- Data retention and secure disposal
Exam Details
- Exam code: CDPSE
- Duration: 210 minutes
- Number of questions: 120
- Question types: Multiple-choice
- Language: English
- Passing score: 450 out of 800
- Exam fee: USD 575–760 (varies by country and may include taxes)
- Certification Maintenance The certification does not expire automatically Requires 20 CPE credits per year, totaling 120 CPE credits over 3 years Annual maintenance fee applies
Do I need certifications before it ?
No, not at all.
However, it is recommended to have a solid understanding of data privacy, information protection, and compliance-aware solution design, which helps significantly in understanding the exam content and applying it effectively.
Which certifications are recommended after this one ?
Not mandatory. However, for professionals seeking a strong path in Data Privacy Solutions Engineering especially in designing privacy controls, regulatory compliance, and embedding privacy into systems and applications the CDPSE – Certified Data Privacy Solutions Engineer certification itself represents the most powerful specialization.
What are the main career uses of the CDPSE certification ?
- Advanced Privacy by Design & by Default for embedding privacy requirements into systems from the ground up.
- Data Protection Architecture for designing technical solutions that protect data across its full lifecycle (Collection → Processing → Storage → Disposal).
- Cloud & Application Privacy Engineering for applying privacy controls in cloud platforms, applications, and APIs.
- Privacy Automation & Engineering Controls for automating privacy requirements such as data discovery, classification, and consent management.
- GRC & Regulatory Compliance (GDPR / Global Privacy Laws) to align technical solutions with international privacy regulations.
- Career paths such as Privacy Engineer, Data Protection Architect, and Privacy Solutions Consultant.
Professional Mastery in Data Privacy Engineering :
This certification represents an advanced specialization in Data Privacy Solutions Engineering, validating your ability to design and implement technical privacy solutions that ensure compliance and data protection from the design stage. It strengthens your role as a bridge between technology and governance and provides strong professional value in privacy, security, and digital transformation initiatives.
Who is this certification suitable for ?
- Privacy Engineers, Security Engineers, or Compliance Specialists.
- Professionals working on data protection and privacy within systems and applications.
- Engineers interested in embedding Privacy by Design & by Default into technical solutions.
- Those working with privacy regulations and laws such as GDPR.
- Professionals planning to specialize deeply in Data Privacy Engineering.