Secure Software by Design 2025
Aug 19-20, 2025 • Arlington, VA
Collaborate on Approaches to Improve Software Security
The Carnegie Mellon University Software Engineering Institute (CMU SEI) has been in the forefront of secure software development, promoting a “shift left” approach whereby security weaknesses are addressed, prevented, or eliminated earlier in the software development cycle, which saves time and money. Building on this approach, the 3rd annual Secure Software by Design seeks to promote security being an integral aspect of the entire software lifecycle as a result of following deliberate, intentional engineering processes rather than security being addressed in individual stages as one-off activities.
Secure Software by Design is intended to improve the state of this holistic secure development approach by bringing together thought leaders in this area for presentations and discussions on all aspects of secure software systems development including application threat modeling, development of security requirements, secure software architectures, DevSecOps, secure development platforms & pipelines, software assurance, secure coding practices, software testing, and more.
Secure Software by Design 2025 includes two on-site days of panel discussions and presentations, plus three optional on-site days of training.
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Location
The Cooperative Plaza Conference Center is located just off the main lobby of the NRECA building at 4301 Wilson Boulevard in Arlington, VA.
Within walking distance is Ballston Quarter which provides a variety of dining options as well as interesting recreational opportunities.
Lodging
To access discounted rates with nearby hotels, all within walking distance of the conference center, see Arlington Travel Information.
Metro
Ballston-MU station 4230
Fairfax Drive, Arlington VA 22201
Silver and Orange Lines
0.2 mile to SEI offices - 4301 Wilson Blvd, 2nd floor
- Take the escalator up to street level (corner of N. Fairfax Drive and Stuart Street)
- Turn right toward Stuart St.
- Cross over Stuart St, walking one block
- Cross over N. Taylor St and turn left
Our suite is located in The National Rural Electric Cooperative Association (NRECA) building on the corner of N. Taylor St and Wilson Blvd. Upon entering the lobby, take the elevators up to the 2nd floor - suite #200.
If going to the 4401 Wilson Blvd. building, continue through the lobby, past the elevators to the other exit. Continue outside under the short covered walkway to the next building and take the elevators up to the 10th floor – suite #1000.
Parking Garage
1 hour - $6
Daily max - $12
Early bird, in by 9am - $8
- Enter at 802 North Taylor Street, Arlington VA 22203
- Park
- Scan one of the QR codes in the garage to begin the quick and easy sign-up process
Once you add your phone number, license plate and payment method, you’re all set! No need to repeat the registration process on future visits.
Continuing Education Units
Attendees will receive Continuing Education Units (CEUs) which may be eligible as continuing education credits for various certifications.
On-Site
Secure Software by Design 2025 will be held on-site in Arlington, VA. Space is limited and the event will not be streamed.
Sponsor
The Carnegie Mellon University Software Engineering Institute (CMU SEI) is holding Secure Software by Design 2025, two on-site days of panel discussions and presentations, plus two on-site optional days of training, at the Cooperative Plaza Conference Center in Arlington, VA. This conference is intended to improve the state of this holistic secure development approach by bringing together thought leaders in this area for presentations and discussions on all aspects of secure software systems development including application threat modeling, development of security requirements, secure software architectures, DevSecOps, secure development platforms & pipelines, software assurance, secure coding practices, software testing, and more.
Our attendees are searching for real solutions—new tools, training, and technology. Sponsor Secure Software by Design 2025 to make sure that the solutions they find are yours. Anticipated participation for this on-site event is approximately 200 potential users and decision makers. Your sponsorship of $2,500.00 allows CMU SEI to underwrite expenses involved in provide an on-site event and allow participants to attend at no cost to them.
For questions about sponsorship, email Bob Rosenstein (br@sei.cmu.edu).
Call for Presentations
Carnegie Mellon University Software Engineering Institute (CMU SEI) is pleased to announce that the Secure Software by Design 2025 Call for Presentations is now open.
Abstracts Due
18 Jul 2025
One Big Week - Six Big Training Opportunities!
Take advantage of your registration to the Secure Software by Design Event 19-20 August 2025 in Arlington, VA with six unique training workshops led by technical experts of the Carnegie Mellon University Software Engineering Institute (CMU SEI).
All workshops will be held at CMU SEI offices and include half-day, full day, and multi-day options that fit your interest and schedule. Workshop participants will be eligible for CMU SEI Continuing Education Units (CEUs) that you may be eligible to submit for continuing professional development.
Separate registrations are required for each workshop and space is extremely limited, so register today!