CISM Exam Preparation Training in Marina Bay, Singapore

This training is designed to prepare candidates for the Certified Information Security Manager (CISM) exam. The course covers all four key domains of the CISM certification, providing participants with an in-depth understanding of the principles, practices, and strategies related to information security management. By the end of the course, candidates will be ready to confidently sit for the CISM exam and apply best practices in the field of information security management.

Introduction to CISM and Information Security Governance

Overview of CISM Certification and Exam Structure:

Introduction to CISM and its importance for information security professionals.

Breakdown of the CISM exam structure: Four domains and the scoring system.

Overview of ISACA and its role in setting standards for information security management.

Information Security Governance:

Understanding the key principles of governance and the role of an information security manager.

Developing and implementing an information security governance framework.

Aligning information security with organizational goals and objectives.

Creating and managing security policies, standards, and procedures.

Risk Management and Information Risk Assessment

Risk Management Fundamentals:

Identifying and assessing security risks in an organization.

Risk assessment methodologies and tools.

Risk analysis: Qualitative vs quantitative approaches.

Mitigating risks: Controls and countermeasures.

Risk Management Strategies:

Risk treatment options: Avoidance, mitigation, acceptance, transfer.

Designing and implementing risk management programs.

Evaluating and reviewing security risks on an ongoing basis.

Incident Management and Security Program Development

Incident Management Fundamentals:

Key components of an incident response plan (detection, response, recovery, lessons learned).

Creating incident management policies and procedures.

Implementing a Security Incident Response Team (SIRT).

The role of communication in incident management (internal and external stakeholders).

Security Program Development and Management:

How to design an information security program that aligns with business objectives.

Key elements of a successful security program: Governance, risk management, incident response.

Program implementation, monitoring, and evaluation.

Continuous improvement: Feedback loops and audits.

Hands-on Exercise

CISM Exam Practice, Review, and Final Preparation

Review of Key CISM Domains:

A recap of the four domains of CISM: Governance, risk management, incident management, and program development.

Understanding how each domain interrelates and applies to real-world scenarios.

Exam Preparation and Practice:

Review of practice questions and exam-style scenarios.

Time management tips for the CISM exam.

Understanding common pitfalls and how to avoid them during the exam.

Practice test to simulate the exam environment.

Final Q&A and Tips for Success:

Clarification of any remaining doubts or questions.

Sharing exam-day strategies and tips to help ensure success.

Resources for continuing study post-training.