CISM - Certified Information Security Manager

The Knowledge Academy Certified Information Security Manager 4 day course covers the following topics:

Certified Information Security Manager

Introduction

The Knowledge Academy deliver this 4 day course to provide you with the required knowledge to sit the professional certification accredited by ISACA for the Certified Information Systems Auditor exam.  

Pre-requisites/Work Experience

There are no pre-requisites to attending the Knowledge Academy Certified Information Security Manager (CISM) course or to taking the CISM exam. The course is open to any individuals who have an interest in information security management. The examination is open to all individuals who are experienced information security managers and those who have information security management responsibilities.

Successful examination candidates will be sent all information required to apply for certification with their notification of a passing score. It is important to note that many individuals choose to take the CISM exam prior to meeting the experience requirements. This practice is acceptable and encouraged although the CISM designation will not be awarded until all the work experience requirements are met.

Following the successful passing of the exam candidates need to submit verified evidence of a minimum of five years of information security work experience, with a minimum of three years of information security management work experience in three or more of the job practice analysis areas. The work experience must be gained within the ten-year period preceding the application date for certification or within five years from the date of originally passing the exam.

Experience Substitutions 
The following security-related certifications and information systems management experience can be used to satisfy the indicated amount of information security work experience.

Two Years:

• Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) in good standing
• Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) in good standing
• Post-graduate degree in information security or a related field (e.g., business administration, information systems, information assurance)

One Year:

• One full year of information systems management experience
• One full year of general security management experience
• Skill-based security certifications (e.g., SANS Global Information Assurance Certification (GIAC), Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE), CompTIA Security +, Disaster Recovery Institute Certified Business Continuity Professional (CBCP), ESL IT Security Manager)
• Completion of an information security management program at an institution aligned with the Model Curriculum

The experience substitutions will not satisfy any portion of the three-year information security management work experience requirement.

Who Should Attend
IT Security Managers, Security Officers & Security Consultants who are seeking to take the CISM examination.

In the preparation for the CISM Examination, we recommend that each participant purchase the following ISACA study materials directly from the ISACA bookstore:

 CISM Review Manual

 CISM Review Questions, Answers & Explanations Manual

 CISM Practice Questions Database

Certified Information Security Manager Course Agenda (as a brief guidance)

Testing-Taking Tips and Study Techniques

Preparation for the CISM exam

Submitting Required Paperwork

Resources and Study Aids

Passing the Exam the First Time

Information Security Governance

Asset Identification

Risk Assessment

Vulnerability Assessments

Asset Management

Information Risk Management

Asset Classification and Ownership

Structured Information Risk Assessment Process

Business Impact Assessments

Change Management

Information Security Program Development

Information Security Strategy

Program Alignment of Other Assurance Functions

Development of Information Security Architectures

Security Awareness, Training, and Education

Communication and Maintenance of Standards, Procedures, and Other Documentation

Change Control

Lifecycle Activities

Security Metrics

Information Security Program Management

Security Program Management Overview

Planning

Security Baselines

Business Processes

Security Program Infrastructure

Lifecycle Methodologies

Security Impact on Users

Accountability

Security Metrics

Managing Resources

Incident Management and Response

Response Management Overview

Importance of Response Management

Performing a Business Impact Analysis

Developing Response and Recovery Plans

The Incident Response Process

Implementing Response and Recovery Plans

Response Documentation

Post-Event Reviews

CISM Examination

The CISM examination is carried out three times a year during the months of June, September & December.

Registration for the exam is 3 months prior to the test date. This has to be actioned directly with ISACA at www.isaca.org

The examination consists of 200 multiple-choice questions within a 4-hour time limit. Exam scores are reported on a scale from 200 to 800. A candidate must receive a score of 450 or higher to pass the exam.

FAQs

• Can I take the CISM exam with The Knowledge Academy

  No. Each delegate will have to make direct contact with ISACA to book and arrange the CISM exam to be taken at one of the following locations - London, Birmingham or Manchester

• Can I sit the exam at a time and date suitable to me?

  No. The CISM exams are carried out three times a year, June, September and December on set dates. The next exam date is on 13th June 2015. The final registration deadline is 10th April 2015 which is subject to change. For clarification please contact ISACA directly.

• What is the Exam Pass Guarantee?

  Our exam pass guarantee gives you confidence that we will support your learning until you pass your CISM exam. We guarantee that you will pass your CISM exam after completing our CISM Class. All we require is for you to take the exam within 90 days of completing the class. Attend all class days and complete all class assignments If you do not pass the exam after the 1st attempt, we will allow you to attend the class again free of charge. Should you fail the exam on your 2nd attempt, you will be eligible to enrol in the class again, free of charge. CISM examination results must be verified to confirm re-enrolment and is subject to availability.

• Is this course accredited?

  This is an exam preparation course. You will become certified once you pass the ISACA CISM examination

• What are the pre-requisites?

  Submit verified evidence of a minimum of five years of information security work experience, with a minimum of three years of information security management work experience in three or more of the job practice analysis areas. The work experience must be gained within the ten-year period preceding the application date for certification or within five years from the date of originally passing the exam. Experience Substitutions The following security-related certifications and information systems management experience can be used to satisfy the indicated amount of information security work experience. Two Years: Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) in good standing Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) in good standing Post-graduate degree in information security or a related field (e.g., business administration, information systems, information assurance) One Year: One full year of information systems management experience One full year of general security management experience Skill-based security certifications (e.g., SANS Global Information Assurance Certification (GIAC), Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE), CompTIA Security +, Disaster Recovery Institute Certified Business Continuity Professional (CBCP), ESL IT Security Manager) Completion of an information security management program at an institution aligned with the Model Curriculum The experience substitutions will not satisfy any portion of the three-year information security management work experience requirement.

• What is the experience of the instructor(s) delivering my course?

  All of our instructors have many years experience in ISACA CISM methodologies

• What do The Knowledge Academy provide me on the course?

  You will receive on the course, The Knowledge Academy Courseware Book, Exam preparation, Certificate, Experienced Instructor and Refreshments

• Will I receive a certificate?

  Yes you will receive a certificate once you have completed your CISM course

• What time shall I arrive at the venue?

  Please arrive at your training venue for 08:45am

We also provide training in 88 UK locations including: 

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