Information Systems Security Management Professional (CISSP-ISSMP)
Credential: Information Systems Security Management Professional (CISSP-ISSMP)
Credentialing Agency: International Information Systems Security Certification Consortium, Inc. (ISC 2)
Renewal Period: 3 years
The Information Systems Security Management Professional (CISSP-ISSMP) is an advanced skill level information security certification that is a concentration of the CISSP certification. This concentration contains deeper managerial elements such as project management, risk management, setting up and delivering a security awareness program, and managing a Business Continuity Planning program. A CISSP-ISSMP establishes, presents, and governs information security policies and procedures that are supportive to overall business goals. Typically, the CISSP-ISSMP certification holder or candidate will be responsible for constructing the framework of the information security department and define the means of supporting the group internally. Candidates must have two years of experience in information security management and hold the CISSP certification.
More information can be found on the certifying agency's website.
Information Systems Security Management Professional (CISSP-ISSMP)
The following DOD Civilian Occupations provide training and/or experience that contributes to attaining this credential:
The following Federal Occupations provide training and/or experience that contribute to attaining this credential:
| Federal Occupation | Related As | |
|---|---|---|
| 0080 Security Administration Series |  Other |
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| 0132 Intelligence Series |  Some |
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| 2210 Information Technology Management Series | Some |
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Eligibility Requirements (View Details)
- Credential Prerequisite: CISSP
- Experience: 2 years
- Education
- Training
- Membership
- Other
- Fee
Note: This credential may have multiple options for becoming eligible. Listed are the minimum requirements based on the minimum degree required. To view other options, see the Eligibility tab.
Exam Requirements (View Details)
- Exam
- Written Exam
- Oral Exam
- Practical Exam
- Performance Assessment
RECERTIFICATION SUMMARY
Renewal Period: 3 years
AGENCY CONTACT INFORMATION
International Information Systems Security Certification Consortium, Inc. (ISC 2)
311 Park Place Blvd
Suite 400
Clearwater, FL 33759
Phone: (866) 331-4722
Fax: (703) 356-7977
Email: membersupport@isc2.org
Credential Pre-requisite REQUIREMENTS
Candidates must hold the Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) in good standing.
Experience REQUIREMENTS
Candidates must demonstrate 2 years of experience in the area of management on a large enterprise-wide security model.
Other REQUIREMENTS
The Information Systems Security Management Professional (CISSP-ISSMP) credential has the following other requirements:
- Candidates must subscribe to the International Information Systems Security Certification Consortium, Inc. (ISC)2 Code of Ethics.
- Anyone who passes a CISSP-ISSMP exam must have their qualifications endorsed by another (ISC2) credential holder.
- Passing candidates will be randomly selected and audited by (ISC2) Services prior to issuance of any certification. Multiple certifications may result in a candidate being audited more than once.
Written Exam
- Security Leadership and Management
- Security Lifecycle Management
- Security Compliance Management
- Contingency Management
- Law, Ethics and Incident Management
Exam Preparation Resources
There are a number of resources available to help you prepare for the Information Systems Security Management Professional (CISSP-ISSMP) examination:
- Best Sources
- General References
- Related Training
Testing Information
Testing for this credential is handled by Pearson VUE. The test centers are located in the U.S. They also have some test centers on military bases.
To find out more, use the following links on the Pearson VUE website:
For more information on the International Information Systems Security Certification Consortium, Inc. (ISC 2) testing process, visit the agency website.
RECERTIFICATION
Information Systems Security Management Professional (CISSP-ISSMP)
Renewal Period: 3 years
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