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If you’re planning to take the CISM® Exam,
then this 5-day live, online training is for you!

This training is taught by
International Security Expert Practitioner:

Krag Brotby, CISM, CGEIT
Principal author & editor of the official ISACA CISM®
Review Manual and the CISM Glossary Document

CERTIFIED INFORMATION SECURITY MANAGER (CISM®)

Internationally respected CISM is recognized by organizations worldwide as the best approach to ensuring the necessary level of information security practitioner and management competence.

CISM® defines the core competencies and international standards of performance that effective security managers are expected to master. It provides executive management with assurance that those who have earned the certification have the experience and knowledge to ensure effective business-focused security.

More than 30,000 IT management professionals have been certified since its introduction in 2002 by ISACA.

Highly respected, the management-focused Certified Information Security Manager (CISM®) was ranked Number 2 out of the 10 top-paying cybersecurity certifications for the 2023 IT Skills and Salary Reportwith an average salary of $167,396 US. The ideal candidate for the CISM is a mid-advanced level career IT professional working to achieve senior management IT security positions. Currently, 48,000 IT professionals have earned the highly-coveted CISM worldwide.

For a more detailed description regarding CISM® qualifications and the ISACA CISM® exam,
visit the ISACA.org website.

ABOUT THE TRAINING:

This intensive 5-day LIVE, ONLINE training workshop prepares you for the
official ISACA CISM® Exam.

CISM INTENSIVE BOOT CAMP (LIVE, ONLINE) WORKSHOP (3-days)

Beginning with the 3-day in-depth Intensive CISM Boot Camp, this accelerated pace (LIVE, ONLINE) INSTRUCTOR-LED WORKSHOP covers the 4 CISM Domains with renowned international security expert and author of the official CISM Review Manual, Krag Brotby CISM, CGEIT. Over 900 slides are addressed in this interactive 3-day CISM Boot Camp, covering each of the core competencies and associated tasks and knowledge statements. The fundamental thrust of the CISM exam is understanding the concepts and critical thinking, not memorizing facts. As a result, the training is presented interactively to ensure the underlying concepts are thoroughly understood.

CISM PREP EXAM (LIVE, ONLINE) TRAINING (2-days)

The 2-day CISM Prep Exam Training puts the knowledge you’ve gained (during the 3-day CISM Intensive Boot Camp) to the test. It focuses on the CISM exam itself in great detail. This LIVE, ONLINE INSTRUCTOR-LED class targets the critical exam skills you’ll need to master this very difficult exam, including a review of concepts, definitions, and exam question analysis. It provides an intense, boot camp learning environment where attendees are deeply immersed in exam prep. Hands-on, attendees participate in 200+ mock exam questions (and answers) over 2 days. Mr. Brotby explains in great detail why the correct answer is correct, and why the incorrect answer is not correct (so that you thoroughly understand). Attendees receive a set of invaluable tools and approaches for the CISM Exam.

OBJECTIVES:

Participants acquire the skills and knowledge required of a world-class information security manager. This intensive 5-day CISM Workshop provides an outstanding preparation for the CISM exam. This training is taught by the expert when it comes to preparing for the CISM exam, renowned security expert and author of the official CISM Review Manual, Krag Brotby CISM, CGEIT.

WHY ATTEND?

  • You’ll learn firsthand from Krag Brotby, the “go-to-expert” for the CISM exam.
  • You’ll be able to ask Krag any questions you may have, even after attending the CISM Combo Class.
  • You’ll learn how to avoid the mistakes so many make.
  • You’ll be provided with a set of invaluable tools & approaches to maximize your success.
  • You’ll feel more confident in knowing you are well prepared to take the exam.

COURSE OUTLINE:

CISM Intensive (Live, Online)
BOOT CAMP WORKSHOP (3-days)

1. INFORMATION SECURITY GOVERNANCE & STRATEGY

INTRODUCTION:

Definition
Objective
Tasks
Overview

TOPICS:

Effective Information Security Governance
Key Information Security Concepts and Issues
The IS Manager
Scope and Charter of IS Governance
Information Security Governance Metrics
Developing an Information Security Strategy — Common Pitfalls
Information Security Strategy Objectives
Determining Current State of Security
Strategy Resources
Strategy Constraints
Action Plan Immediate Goals
Action Plan Intermediate Goals
Practice Questions; Review of Practice Questions;
Reference Materials and Glossary

2. INFORMATION RISK MANAGEMENT & COMPLAINCE

INTRODUCTION:

Definition
Objective
Tasks
Overview

TOPICS:

Effective IS Risk Management
Integration into Life Cycle Processes
Implementing Risk Management
Risk Identification and Analysis Methods
Mitigation Strategies and Prioritization
Reporting Changes to Management
Practice Questions; Review of Practice Questions;
Reference Materials and Glossary

3. INFORMATION SECURITY PROGRAM DEVELOPMENT and MANAGEMENT

INTRODUCTION:

Definition
Objective
Tasks
Overview

TOPICS:

Planning
Security Baseline
Business Processes
Infrastructure
Malicious Code (Malware)
Life Cycles
Impact on End Users
Accountability
Security Metrics
Managing Internal and External Resources
Implementing Effective Information Security Management
Security Controls and Policies
Standards and Procedures
Trading Partners and Service Providers
Security Metrics and Monitoring
The Change Management Process
Vulnerability Assessments
Due Diligence
Resolution of Non-Compliance Issues
Culture, Behavior and Security Awareness
Practice Questions; Review of Practice Questions;
Reference Materials and Glossary

4. INFORMATION SECURITY INCIDENT MANAGEMENT

INTRODUCTION:

Definition
Objective
Tasks
Overview

TOPICS:

Performing a Business Impact Analysis
Developing Response and Recovery Plans
Incident Response Processes
Executing Response and Recovery Plans
Documenting Events
Post Event Reviews
Practice Questions; Review of Practice Questions;
Reference Materials and Glossary

ADDENDUM

Review Questions
Review of Practice Questions
Reference Materials
Glossary

Wrap-up/Q&A

CISM PREP EXAM (Live, Online) TRAINING (2-days)

Pre-review Sample Exam
Exam Question review and analysis

  • Question types and structure
  • Question analysis
  • Judgment and synthesis.

Chapter 1
Information Security Governance

  • Core concepts
  • Knowledge statements
  • Sample Governance questions and review

Chapter 2
Information Risk Management

  • Core concepts
  • Knowledge statements
  • Sample Risk Management questions and review

Chapter 3
Information Security Program Development and Management

  • Core concepts
  • Knowledge statements
  • Sample Program Development questions and review

Chapter 4
Incident Management and Response

  • Core concepts
  • Knowledge statements
  • Sample Incident Management questions and review

ABOUT THE INSTRUCTOR:

This class is taught by renowned security expert and the author of the official  CISM Review Manual, Krag Brotby CISM, CGEIT

Krag is the ’go-to’ computer security expert for mastering the CISM exam. He has successfully trained thousands of CISM candidates since its inception in 2002, preparing them for the very difficult official CISM Exam.

  • Author of the official ISACA CISM Review Manual since 2005.
  • Author of the CISM Glossary Document and the CRISC Glossary Document.
  • Served on the ISACA Security Practice Development Committee responsible for exam question development.
  • Edited the entire 1200 CISM sample question database, creating approximately 800 questions for the ISACA 2016 CISM QAE Book.
  • Taught CISM courses globally during the past decade including the US Pentagon, US Marine Corps, Navy, and the Army.
  • Frequent security expert practitioner/instructor at conferences globally and lectures on information security governance, metrics, information security management, GRC, and CISM exam preparation throughout Oceana, Asia, Europe, the Middle East, and North America.

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COURSE HANDOUTS:

MANDATORY PRE-WORKSHOP READING MATERIALS

Important:
The official ISACA CISM REVIEW MANUAL (15th Edition) is required in order to attend the CISM Combo Class BOOT CAMP. It is recommended that attendees review the CISM Review Manual several weeks prior to the actual workshop, along with Krag’s CISM Glossary document.

PRE-CLASS HANDOUTS

  • Krag Brotby’s CISM Glossary Document. The CISM Glossary is an important tool for must-know terms and definitions, and it serves as a handy reference after the CISM exam.
    Request a free copy of Krag’s CISM Glossary: info@megamind.org

Post-CLASS HANDOUTS

After the training is held attendees receive:

  • Access to the online training class recording(s).
  • Krag’s actual classroom presentation slides (5-days of training).
  • Krag’s additional 100 Sample Practice Questions & Answers.
  • Krag’s Business Impact Analysis (BIA) example.
  • Krag’s Guidance on your Final Steps before taking the CISM exam.
  • The ability to ask Krag questions even after attending the training.
  • Megamind Training Institute Certificate of Completion:
    CISM Boot Camp & CISM Prep Exam Training (30 hours).

WHO SHOULD ATTEND:

The CISM® Boot camp Training is for IS Security professionals who have at least 3-5 years experience. It is geared towards IS managers and those whom have information security management responsibilities.

Of particular interest to:  CIO, CTO, CISO, IT Managers, Security Directors/Managers, Process Consultants, IS Managers, Security Consultants, Security Architects, Security Specialists, System Administrators and IS Auditors.

Pre-requisites for the CISM Exam: A minimum of five years of information security work experience, with a minimum of three years of information security management specific work experience is required for certification. This training prepares attendees for the official CISM Exam.

For a more detailed description regarding CISM® qualifications and the ISACA CISM® exam,
visit the ISACA.org website.

WHY CISM?

Internationally respected, the CISM is recognized by organizations worldwide as the best approach to ensuring the necessary level of information security practitioner and management competence.

Conducted by the principal author and editor of the official ISACA CISM® Review Manual, computer security expert, Krag Brotby CISM, CGEIT ensures this intensive training is current and relevant to the ISACA certification standard.

CISM® defines the core competencies and international standards of performance that effective security managers are expected to master. It provides executive management with assurance that those that have earned the certification have the experience and knowledge to ensure effective business-focused security.

For a more detailed description regarding CISM® qualifications and
the ISACA CISM® exam, visit the ISACA.org website.

CISM® is a Registered Trade Mark of ISACA.
CISM® is an ISACA certification.

TESTIMONIALS:

“I must say this training is worth every penny. The Megamind class really helped me. Krag’s knowledge is absolutely tremendous. Thank you, Krag. Thank you too, Deb for being diligent before and following up after the class. Appreciate it. I passed the CISM!”
Vom R., Senior Security Engineer

“Krag is one of the finest information security professionals I know. His knowledge of the field is legendary and his ability to share and communicate that knowledge is second to none. I have no reservations in recommending Krag as an industry guru.”
Peter W., First Base Technologies

MORE CISM TESTIMONIALS
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2024 CISM® EXAM DATES:

2024 CISM® EXAM DATES:

CBT (Computer Based Testing) for the CISM Exam is offered continuously.

     CONTINUOUS TESTING:

  • ISACA now offers Continuous Testing. When you register/pay, you will have 365 days to schedule and take the exam.

CISM candidates must register directly with ISACA (www.isaca.org) for the CISM® Exam.

CISM PREP TRAINING REGISTRATION:

Early registration is recommended as this course fills up quickly. To ensure admission, fees must be paid in advance.

Fees include:
Tuition and the course materials list above.
Fees do not include the CISM REVIEW MANUAL, which must be purchased by the student prior to the actual workshop.

LANGUAGE:

English

ONLINE CLASS SCHEDULE:

Attend this live, instructor-led online training from your own personal working environment — from your home or your office via the internet.

LENGTH:

Classes run full days from 7:00AM-2:00PM (Pacific Time).
There are four sessions per day.
Generally there are two morning sessions & two afternoon sessions each day.
Each session is about 90 minutes long with a 15 minute break per session, and a 30 minute lunch break daily.

TIME ZONES:

Pacific Time Zone:              7:00AM – 2:00PM
Mountain Time Zone:       8:00AM – 3:00PM
Central Time Zone:            9:00AM – 4:00PM
Eastern Time Zone:         10:00AM – 5:00PM
International Time Zones Vary According to Country

Refer to the World Time Zone Converter for your time zone:
www.timeanddate.com/worldclock/converter.html

CANCELLATIONS:

Cancellations will be accepted up to 10 working days before the scheduled course. After that time, no refunds will be given but substitutions may be sent at any time or tuition may be applied to a future training class.

Megamind reserves the right to cancel or postpone
any scheduled training class.

FOR GROUPS OR TEAM TRAINING:

This class is available for group training:
private onsite or live, online training class
For scheduling and pricing, email: info@megamind.org.

Megamind reserves the right to reschedule or cancel any planned training class.

CISM® is a Registered Trade Mark of ISACA.
CISM® is an ISACA certification.

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