E-Learning: E-learning: CISM Online Review Course (CISM-EL)

Prepare to obtain the Certified Information Security Manager® (CISM) certification and be recognized among the world’s most-qualified information security management professionals. The CISM Online Review Course provides online, on-demand instruction and is ideal for preparing you for the CISM certification exam.

The course covers all four of the CISM domains, and each section corresponds directly to the CISM Exam Content Outline. It uses proven instructional design techniques, incorporating video, interactive eLearning modules, downloadable job aids, case study activities and a practice exam. 

Learners will have access to the course for 6 months from date of purchase and will earn 20 CPE upon completion. This course has a seat time of approximately 16 hours and is accessed via the Learning Access tab of your MyISACA dashboard. 

Please note : The exam is not included with the course but can be purchased seperately.

Included Materials:

• Video
• Interactive Content
• Downloadable handouts 
• Practice exam

 

Updated 9/2026

Learning Objectives

Domain 1 - Information Security Governance

• Describe the role of governance in creating value for the enterprise.
• Explain the importance of information security governance in the context of overall enterprise governance.
• Identify the relevant legal, regulatory, and contractual requirements that impact the enterprise.
• Describe the influence of enterprise leadership, structure, and culture on the effectiveness of an information security strategy.
• Describe the effects of the information security strategy on enterprise risk management.
• Explain the relationship between enterprise architecture (EA) and effective enterprise governance.
• Evaluate the common frameworks and standards used to govern an information security strategy.
• Explain why metrics are critical in developing and evaluating the information security strategy.

Domain 2 - Information Security Risk Management

• Apply risk assessment strategies to reduce the impact of information security risk.
• Assess the types of threats faced by the enterprise.
• Explain how security control baselines affect vulnerability and control deficiency analysis.
• Differentiate between the application of risk treatment types from an information security perspective.
• Describe the influence of risk and control ownership on the information security program.
• Outline the process of monitoring and reporting information security risk.

Domain 3 - Information Security Program

• Describe the goals and objectives of an information security architecture.
• Outline the components and resources used to build an information security program.
• Distinguish between common information security standards and frameworks available for building an information security program.
• Explain how to align information security policies, procedures, and guidelines with the needs of the enterprise.
• Describe the process of defining an information security program road map.
• Outline key information security program metrics used to track and report progress to senior management.
• Explain how to manage the information security program using controls.
• Create a strategy to enhance awareness and knowledge of the information security program.
• Describe the process of integrating the security program with IT operations and third-party providers.
• Communicate key security program information to relevant stakeholders.

Domain 4 - Incident Management

• Distinguish between incident management and incident response.
• Outline the requirements and procedures necessary to develop an incident response plan.
• Explain the relationship between business impact, continuity, and incident response.
• Describe the processes and outcomes related to disaster recovery.
• Explain the impact of metrics and testing when evaluating the incident response plan.
• Identify techniques used to classify or categorize incidents.
• Outline the types of roles and responsibilities required for an effective incident management and response team.
• Distinguish between the types of incident management tools and technologies available to an enterprise.
• Describe the processes and methods used to investigate, evaluate, and contain an incident.
• Identify the types of communications and notifications used to inform key stakeholders of incidents and tests.
• Outline the processes and procedures used to eradicate and recover from incidents.
• Describe the requirements and benefits of documenting events.

Domain 1 - Information Security Governance

• Organizational Purpose and Culture
• Legal, Regulatory, and Contractual Requirements
• Organizational Structures, Roles, and Responsibilities
• Information Security Strategy Development
• Enterprise Architecture
• Information Governance Frameworks and Standards
• Strategic Planning

Domain 2 – Information Security Risk Management

• Emerging Risk and Threat Landscape
• Vulnerability and Control Deficiency Analysis
• Risk Assessment and Analysis
• Risk Treatment/Risk Response Options
• Risk and Control Ownership
• Risk Monitoring and Reporting

Domain 3 – Information Security Program

• Information Security Architecture
• Information Security Program Resources
• Information Security Industry Standards and Frameworks
• Information Security Policies, Standards, Procedures, and Guidelines
• Information Asset Identification and Classification
• Information Security Control Design and Selection
• Information Security Program Metrics Development
• Information Security Control Implementation and Integrations
• Information Security Control Testing and Evaluation
• Information Security Awareness and Training
• Management of External Services
• Information Security Program Metrics, Communications, and Reporting

Domain 4 – Incident Management

• Incident Response Plan
• Business Impact Analysis (BIA)
• Business Continuity Plan (BCP)
• Disaster Recovery Plan (DRP)
• Incident Classification/Categorization
• Incident Management Training, Testing, and Evaluation
• Incident Management Tools and Techniques
• Incident Investigation and Evaluation
• Incident Containment Methods
• Incident Response Communications
• Incident Eradication and Recovery
• Post-incident Review Practices

No formal prerequisites. Basic information security knowledge is recommended.