To be eligible for the CISM certification, individuals must have at least five years of experience in information security, with at least three years in information security management.

The CISM is a desirable certification if you have at least five years of information security work experience and at least three years of work experience in three or more job practice analysis areas of information security management.

Work experience must be achieved within 10 years of applying for certification or within 5 years of passing the exam.

The following security-related certifications and management experience in information systems can be used to replace the required amount of information security job experience.

Two Years:

• Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) in good standing
• Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) in good standing
• Post-graduate degree in information security or a related field (e.g., business administration, information systems, information assurance)

One Year:

• One full year of information systems management experience
• One full year of general security management experience
• Skill-based security certifications (e.g., SANS Global Information Assurance Certification (GIAC), Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE), CompTIA Security +, Disaster Recovery Institute Certified Business
• Continuity Professional (CBCP), ESL IT Security Manager)

The CISM certification covers the following domains:

• Information security governance
• Information risk management
• Information security program development and management
• Information security incident management

The course content includes:

• Understanding the importance of information security governance
• Developing and implementing an information security strategy
• Managing information security risks
• Developing and implementing an information security program
• Managing information security incidents

Certified Information Security Manager (CISM) certification is an excellent choice for professionals who are responsible for managing, designing, and overseeing an organization's information security program. The certification is globally recognized, highly demanded, and covers a comprehensive curriculum that includes essential topics such as risk management, incident management, governance, and compliance. The certification can lead to career advancement opportunities, higher salaries, and global recognition.