CISM Certification

Certified Information Security Manager

Lead information security management and governance with the world's premier cybersecurity management certification.

What is CISM Certification?

The Certified Information Security Manager (CISM) certification is designed for individuals who manage, design, oversee and assess an enterprise's information security. CISM is the leading credential for information security managers.

With more than 50,000 professionals certified worldwide, CISM is the globally accepted certification that promotes international security practices and recognizes the individual who manages, designs, oversees and assesses an enterprise's information security.

ISACA globally recognized certification
50,000+ certified professionals worldwide
Premier security management certification
Pathway to CISO and executive roles

Certification Details

Exam Questions: 150 multiple choice
Exam Duration: 4 hours
Certification Validity: 3 years
CPE Hours: 120 hours for renewal
Prerequisites: 5 years experience

CISM Exam Domains

The CISM exam covers four key domains of information security management.

1

Information Security Governance

17%

Establishing and maintaining an information security governance framework

2

Information Risk Management

20%

Managing information security risks to an acceptable level

3

Information Security Program

33%

Developing and managing an information security program

4

Incident Management

30%

Planning, implementing and managing information security incident response

Why Get CISM Certified?

Executive Recognition

CISM is the preferred certification for CISO and executive-level security positions.

Higher Compensation

CISM certified professionals command premium salaries in security management roles.

Global Recognition

ISACA's CISM is recognized worldwide as the gold standard for security management.

CISM Leadership Opportunities

CISM certification positions you for senior security leadership roles.

CISO

Chief Information Security Officer

Security Director

Director of Information Security

Security Manager

Information Security Manager

Risk Manager

Information Risk Manager

Security Consultant

Senior Security Consultant

Incident Response Manager

Security Incident Response Manager

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