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CISM certification training in the USA

CertOcean's CISM training for the USA is a live online course held from 9 AM to 5 PM Eastern (6 AM to 2 PM Pacific). CISM is ISACA's credential for security managers, approved for DoD 8140 IAM Levels II and III, and the course is backed by a pass-or-full-refund guarantee.

Sat, Nov 14Next batch
9 AM – 5 PMEastern time (EST)
35 hoursLive training
Pass or refundIn writing

At a glance · November 2026

CISM exam facts

Exam150 questions4 hours, multiple choice

Exam fee$575 / $760ISACA member / non-member

Experience5 yearsin information security management

Passing score450on a scale of 200 to 800

ISACA exam details and fees as published in 2026.

USA

Why CISM suits US security managers

Built for management roles

CISM tests governance, risk, program development and incident management, the work of security managers rather than hands-on engineers.

Recognized for DoD 8140

CISM is approved for IAM Levels II and III, the management levels in DoD cyber workforce roles.

Plan the full cost

Exam fee $575 for members or $760 for non-members, a $50 application fee after you pass, and an annual fee of $45 or $85.

Class times

Next live batches in US time zones

Live classes with an instructor, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM US Eastern. Here is what that means where you are.

Nov14Sat Weekend batchStarts Saturday, November 14 · in 5 days

Eastern9 AM – 5 PM EST
Central8 AM – 4 PM CST
Mountain7 AM – 3 PM MST
Pacific6 AM – 2 PM PST
Your time

Nov16Mon Weekday batchStarts Monday, November 16 · in 7 days

Eastern9 AM – 5 PM EST
Central8 AM – 4 PM CST
Mountain7 AM – 3 PM MST
Pacific6 AM – 2 PM PST
Your time

Need a different time?

Ask for a private or custom schedule that fits your working day in the USA.

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Step by step

How to get CISM certified in the USA

1Check your experience
Five years in information security management. Up to two years can be waived for certain degrees or certifications.
2Train live
Live classes on Eastern time across the four CISM domains, with mock exams.
3Register and book
Pay the ISACA exam fee and book within 12 months, online or at a test center.
4Apply after you pass
Submit your experience and the $50 application fee to ISACA.
5Keep it current
Earn 120 CPE hours every three years, at least 20 each year.

What you get

What is included in the training

Live classes with an expert trainer Ask questions in real time. Batch times are shown in your time zone above.
Mock exams Practise in the real exam format and know where you stand before exam day.
Class recordings Lifetime access to the recordings, slides and quizzes.
An advisor until exam day Help with your application, exam booking and study plan.
Course completion certificate Issued by CertOcean when you finish the training.
Pass or full refund In writing, with the conditions explained before you pay.

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An advisor checks your eligibility, suggests a batch and gives you the full cost, including the official exam fee.

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Questions

CISM in the USA: common questions

How much does the CISM exam cost?

ISACA charges $575 for members and $760 for non-members. After you pass there is a $50 application fee and an annual maintenance fee of $45 for members or $85 for non-members.

Is CISM approved for DoD 8140?

Yes. CISM is approved for IAM Levels II and III.

How long is the CISM exam?

The CISM exam has 150 multiple-choice questions and a four-hour limit. You need a scaled score of 450 on a 200 to 800 scale to pass.

What experience do I need for CISM?

Five years of information security management experience. Up to two years can be waived for certain degrees or certifications.

Should I take CISM or CISSP?

CISSP covers broad security knowledge and suits engineers moving into leadership. CISM focuses on managing a security program. Many US security managers hold both.