What is Security Requirements in Cybersecurity?

Security requirements ensure teams build security in rather than bolt it on after. Security architects write security requirements for new projects. GRC analysts map security requirements to compliance frameworks. Without defined requirements, security testing has no baseline for pass/fail, and teams argue about what is "secure enough."

Cybersecurity professionals who work with Security Requirements include Security Architect, GRC Analyst, Security Engineer. These roles apply Security Requirements knowledge within the Application Security domain.