CISM—Certified Information Security Manager
Information Technology
ISACA’s Certified Information Security Manager (CISM) certification indicates expertise in information security governance, program development and management, incident management and risk management.
CISM initiated in 2002, is one of ISACA’s premium certifications with more than 65K certified IT professionals worldwide. The demand for the Certified Information Security Manager (CISM) credential increased by nearly 250% from 2018 to 2022. CISM can take your career of the technical realm to senior management positions.
ISACA CISM Certification is a profound credential for information security management professionals. As a CISM Certification holder you demonstrate a high level of proficiency and expertise in the field. Earning this certification can open up many job possibilities, including job titles such as CISO, Information Security Manager, and Cybersecurity Manager.
Hellenic American Union offers in association with ES Learning, an ISACA Accredited Training Organization the official CISΜ Prep Course together with a full package of training material and exam vouchers. See more in our CISM Prep Course page.
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To certify with CISM, you must pass the CISM exam and also meet the following prerequisites:
- A minimum of 5 years of experience in information security, with at least three years in the role of information security manager.
- Experience must be gained within the past 10 years of the application submission date.
- This experience must be in at least three of the 4 CISM Job Practice Areas.
- Substitutions and waivers may apply for up to 2 years of experience.
The CISΜ Exam Format
Domain 1 – Information Security Governance (17%)
Domain 2 – Information Security Risk Management (20%)
Domain 3 – Information Security Program (33%)
Domain 4 – Incident Management (30%)
- 150 questions
- 4 hours to complete the exam
- Questions format: multiple-choice
- Passing marks: 450 out of 800. (The exam is graded on a scale of 200 to 800 points
ΙSACA is a global leader in Digital Trust. ISACA provides IT professionals with knowledge, credentials, training and community in audit, governance, risk, privacy and IT governance. ISACA has supported the professional IT community for more than 50 years. ISACA in numbers: Today, ISACA serves 170,000+ professionals in 188 countries, who span several roles in assurance, governance, risk and information security. 300,000+ Certifications awarded to date, 186 Countries with Certification Holders and 90%+ certification renewals every year. Visit ISACA’s website for more information.
ISACA’s local chapter, the ISACA Athens Chapter was established in 1994, and became a non-profit professional institute in 2006. As of today the chapter has more than 500 members from all areas of IT. ISACA Athens Chapter is hosted at the Hellenic American Union building, where it holds many member activities including chapter meetings, conferences, lectures, and networking events.
Where can I get more information on CISM certification, prerequisites, preparation and exams?
The Hellenic American Union provides a full package of services for CISM candidates which includes training with ISACA accredited trainers, preparation material, manuals, sample Q&As and exam vouchers. Contact us at 210-3680911, or visit our CISM Prep Course page.
When and where can I take the test
You can take the test online at a Pearson-Vue Center, or from anywhere and at any time through online proctoring.
How to apply for CISM
One must first pass the CISM exam and then proceed with the CISM certification application which includes information on:
At least 5 years of IS experience in information security, with at least 3 years in the role of information security manager. Waivers apply
Adherence to the Code of Professional Ethics
Compliance with the CISA Continuing Professional Education Policy
Those who pass the test but do not have the experience required, have up to 5 years to meet the experience requirements.
