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CISM Certification Training (Certified Information Security Manager)

CertOcean's CISM (Certified Information Security Manager) training is a live, instructor-led online course that prepares you for the CISM (Certified Information Security Manager) certification exam. You learn in 10 live sessions (3 hours in total) with an expert instructor, work through 5 curriculum modules and keep lifetime access to the class recordings.

  • 3 hoursLive training
  • 10 sessionsWith an instructor
  • 5 modules61 topics
  • Sat, Nov 14Next batch
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Course overview

About the CISM (Certified Information Security Manager) training

CISM certification training prepares you for the Certified Information Security Manager exam from ISACA, the leading certification for professionals who design and manage an enterprise information security program. In 35 hours of live online classes, you cover all four CISM domains with an experienced instructor.

The course combines clear explanations with practical assignments and practice tests, plus proven tips and strategies for the exam. It is built for security managers, consultants, auditors and IT managers who want to move into information security leadership roles.

This course includes

  • Instructor-led live sessions35 hours of live online classes. Weekend batch: 10 sessions of 3.5 hours each.
  • Practice testsCISM practice tests to help you get ready for the real exam.
  • Lifetime accessKeep lifetime access to class recordings, quizzes, slides and setup guides.
  • 24/7 technical supportGet help with technical questions any time from our 24x7 support team through a ticket-based system.
  • CertificationComplete the course to receive a CertOcean certificate. You earn the CISM certification itself from ISACA by passing the CISM exam and meeting its experience requirements.

What you'll learn in this course

  • Understand the CISM certification and how the exam works
  • Build and run information security governance
  • Identify, assess and manage information security risk
  • Develop and manage an information security program
  • Plan for and manage security incidents
  • Prepare for the ISACA CISM exam

What is the CISM certification?

The CISM (Certified Information Security Manager) is a certification from ISACA for professionals who manage, design and oversee an organization's information security program. It shows that you can align security with business goals and lead governance, risk management, security program development and incident management.

The CISM exam has 150 multiple-choice questions, you get 4 hours to complete it, and you need a scaled score of 450 (on a scale of 200 to 800) to pass. CertOcean's CISM course starts with the basics of management-level security and builds up to the advanced topics the exam tests.

What will you learn in CISM training?

In CISM training you learn to:

  • Identify, manage and respond to security incidents
  • Build disaster recovery strategies
  • Prepare an incident response plan that supports business continuity
  • Run gap analysis and business impact analysis in security management
  • Create security plans that fit the organization and its industry
  • Align the information security strategy with business objectives and goals

Why get the CISM certification?

The CISM certification proves you can run an information security program, not just operate security tools, which makes it a strong credential for security management and leadership roles. In this course you learn global security practices and how to protect information for organizations of every size, guided by expert instructors.

Who should take CISM training?

CISM training is for experienced security and IT professionals, including:

  • IT managers and information security managers
  • Security consultants, auditors and analysts
  • Security architects
  • Chief compliance officers and ISO professionals
  • Anyone who plans to take the CISM exam or build a career in information security management

What are the system requirements for CISM training?

For CISM training you need a computer with at least:

  • 4 GB of RAM
  • An Intel Core i3 processor or equivalent
  • 20 GB of free disk space
  • An internet connection of 1 Mbps or faster
Curriculum

CISM (Certified Information Security Manager) course syllabus

5 modules · 61 topics · 3 hours of live training

Introduction to CISM 4 topics
  • Learning goal: Understand what the CISM certification is, its scope, and how the CISM exam works.
  • What CISM is
  • The scope of CISM
  • The CISM exam format
Domain 1: Information Security Governance 14 topics
  • Learning goal: Learn how an organization directs and controls its information security.
  • Information security governance and its tasks
  • Information security strategy
  • Aligning security with organizational goals
  • Security frameworks and industry standards
  • Information security roles and responsibilities
  • Integrated governance
  • Balanced scorecard
  • Building the business case and security budget
  • Security influencers
  • Governance, risk and compliance
  • Getting management commitment
  • The role of security management and organizational structure
  • Security metrics
Domain 2: Information Security Risk Management 15 topics
  • Learning goal: Learn how to identify, assess and manage the risks to an organization.
  • Risk management and compliance
  • Information classification and responsibility assignment
  • Evaluating risk impact and asset valuation
  • Legal requirements
  • Identifying emerging threats and threat knowledge
  • When to reassess risk
  • Risk assessment and analysis methodologies
  • Risk factors and prioritization
  • Risk reporting and monitoring
  • Risk treatment strategies and baselines
  • Monitoring security controls
  • Gap analysis
  • Compliance reporting
  • Cost as a factor in risk treatment
Domain 3: Information Security Program Development and Management 13 topics
  • Learning goal: Learn how to manage and control security and risk in a systematic way across the enterprise.
  • Developing and managing the security program
  • Alignment with the business
  • Acquiring and deploying security resources
  • Running the program day to day
  • Controls and countermeasures
  • Security architecture
  • Developing standards and procedures
  • Security implementation
  • Awareness and training
  • Process integration
  • Contracts and third-party security
  • Security metrics and effectiveness testing
Domain 4: Incident Management 15 topics
  • Learning goal: Learn how to identify, record, analyze and manage security events and incidents in real time.
  • Incident management concepts and practices
  • Incident response plan
  • Integration with disaster recovery and business continuity
  • Recovery terms
  • Incident classification methods
  • Damage containment
  • Roles and responsibilities
  • Incident response tools and equipment
  • Reliability and validation of evidence
  • Incident reporting and procedures
  • Root cause analysis
  • Business impact analysis
  • Detecting and analyzing security events
  • Incident management systems

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Earn your CISM (Certified Information Security Manager) certificate

  • Certificate of completionIssued by CertOcean when you finish the training and assignments.
  • Official ISACA certificationAwarded by ISACA when you pass the exam. The course is built to get you there.
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Learner reviews

Why learners choose CertOcean

Rated Excellent · 4.9 out of 5 on Trustpilot
The training curriculum was great. CertOcean provided me everything required to obtain my CISM. They're excellent!
Laxmi Haya Vadan KaramcheduUnited States · CISMVerified
Very resourceful company, I passed my PMP exam at first attempt, highly recommended.
IjeomaCanada · PMPVerified
Great training support! Helped me pass several certifications.
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FAQ

CISM (Certified Information Security Manager) course FAQs

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How long is the CISM (Certified Information Security Manager) course, and when does it start?

The course runs for 3 hours of live, instructor-led online training across 10 sessions. Weekend and weekday batches are available, and the next batch starts on Saturday, November 14, 2026.

How do I enroll in the CISM course?

To enroll in the CISM course:

  1. Choose a batch date that suits you.
  2. Complete your enrollment and payment.

After you enroll, you get pre-reading material so you can start preparing right away.

What material do I get in the CISM course?

When you join the CISM course, you get:

  • CISM course material
  • Practice papers and sample questions
  • Lifetime access to class recordings
  • A CertOcean course completion certificate
What are the prerequisites for CISM?

There are no prerequisites to join this course or to sit the CISM exam. To become certified after you pass, ISACA requires five years of experience in information security, including at least three years in information security management, gained within the 10 years before you apply or within five years after passing. Some of that experience can be waived based on other certifications or education.

What will I achieve after the CISM course?

After this course you will be ready to take the CISM exam with confidence, and you will understand how to manage an information security program in a real organization.

Who can take the CISM course?

The CISM course is a good fit for IT consultants and managers, IT auditors, IT security policy makers, privacy officers, network administrators and network security engineers.

Is the CISM exam fee included in the course fee?

No. The CISM exam fee is not included in the course fee. You pay it to ISACA when you register for the exam.

Will I get a certificate after the CISM (Certified Information Security Manager) training?

Yes. You receive a CertOcean certificate of completion when you finish the training. The official ISACA certification is awarded by ISACA when you pass the exam, and this course prepares you for it.

What if I don't pass the CISM (Certified Information Security Manager) exam?

Your enrollment is covered by CertOcean's pass or full refund guarantee. If you don't clear the exam, you can claim a full refund under the guarantee terms.

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