Welcome to the ISECS!
International Sanctions and Export Control Society
The International Sanctions and Export Control Society ("ISECS") is a division of ECSA Group (stands for Export Controls and Sanctions Advisory Group), which is the only Public Benefit Company in the world dedicated to helping industry enhance compliance with international sanctions and export controls. ISECS' worldwide network is a collaboration between a diverse group of industry leaders, current and former government regulatory and enforcement officials, attorneys, and experienced compliance professionals.
Certified Sanctions and Export Control Professional
Study to become a ISECS Certified Sanctions and Export Control Professional ("CSECP™")
The ISECS-Certified Sanctions and Export Control Professional (CSECP™) certification program is a collaborative effort between former international government officials (regulatory, enforcement, and national security), trade compliance lawyers, and industry professionals from multinational companies to create a unique, one-of-a-kind, industry standard for professional certifications.
Upcoming Events
Government Speaker: Japan and the Economic Security Promotion Act (ESPA)
April 9, 2026: Join us for an insightful webinar featuring the Counselor of the Embassy of Japan, who will provide an overview of Japan’s Act on the Promotion of Ensuring National Security Through Integrated Implementation of Economic Measures. The session will explore the objectives of the Act, its key policy pillars, such as supply chain resilience, critical infrastructure protection, and strategic technologies, and its implications for international cooperation and businesses.
ISECS Spring Event 2026
April 14, 2026: Every year, on the evening prior to the Bureau of Industry and Security’s (BIS) yearly “Update Conference”, ISECS holds the Pre-BIS Update Conference Event. To date, BIS has not approved an event for 2026. Nevertheless, ISECS will hold a Spring Event focused on international collaboration and plans to host representatives of up to 10 embassies to provide a 30-minute presentation on topics related to geopolitics, export controls and sanctions affecting their country.
Providing Public Benefit
ECSA Group
ECS Advisors
ECS Advisors
ISECS is a division of ECSA Group LLC, a Public Benefit Company
ECS Advisors
ECS Advisors
ECS Advisors
ISECS is managed by Export Controls and Sanctions Advisors LLC, a leading global consulting firm dedicated to supporting industry in compliance with export controls and sanctions.
Orrick
ECS Advisors
Orrick
Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliff LLP is an original co-founder and global sponsor of the International Sanctions and Export Control Society.
