The Certified Information Security Manager (CISM) certification, offered by ISACA, is a globally recognized credential for professionals who design, manage, and oversee enterprise information security programs.
CISM emphasizes management, governance, and strategic security leadership rather than purely technical skills. It validates a professional’s ability to:
Establish and manage an information security program
Govern enterprise security aligned with business objectives
Identify and manage information security risks
Develop and manage incident response and recovery strategies
CISM is widely respected and often required for security managers, CISOs, risk managers, and governance professionals.