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Certified Information Security Manager

The CISM certification by ISACA validates expertise in managing and governing an enterprise’s information security program.

Exam code

CISM

Duration

240 min

Questions

150

Official Prerequisites

  • Documented minimum five years of work experience in information security management
  • Experience in at least three of the CISM domains: governance, risk management, program development, incident management
  • Ability to provide verifiable work experience documentation for ISACA review
  • Educational or certification waivers may reduce required experience—confirm specific waiver eligibility with ISACA
  • Agreement to ISACA Code of Professional Ethics and maintenance of continuing professional education (CPE) hours
Certified Information Security Manager

Targeted Professions

Information Security Manager IT Security Manager Security Director Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) Information Risk Manager

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Domain 5

Incident Management and Response

19%

Study Tip

Use the ISACA CISM Review Manual, practice with timed question banks, build domain-specific notes, and review real-world governance and risk scenarios.

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