BCS CISMP (Certificate In Information Security Management Principles)

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Key points about this course

Duration: 5 Days*

Exam: Included

Accredited: Yes

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BCS CISMP Training in luxury nationwide venues
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Includes course material, manuals and certificate

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Course Information

Overview

BCS CISMP (Certificate in Information Security Management Principles) Overview

Our 5-day Certification in Information Security Management Principles (CISMP) course aims to give delegates a foundation level knowledge of Information Security management, including its concepts, approaches, and techniques. The CISMP course is accredited by BCS, The Chartered Institute for IT, a leading company in the IT sector.

The BCS CISMP course is taught by our expert trainers, who have years of experience and will provide the candidates with all the knowledge needed to pass the CISMP examination if all training days are attended. The certification also provides candidates with the ability to improve the use of Information Security management within their organisation, after the course has ended.

As an industry recognised qualification, CISMP provides a perfect starting point for those who want to get into Information Security management, or for those who want to progress within their present role. Therefore, CISMP is an ideal way for candidates to improve their prospects and also their earning potential.

The BCS CISMP course can also be seen to provide a foundational knowledge that delegates can build on with other more specific courses. This will enable the delegate to improve their prospects further. This represents how valuable it could be for candidates to take part in our CISMP course.

BCS Membership

Included in your professional certification; one year’s free BCS, The Chartered Institute for IT, Associate membership.

Upon passing your examination, make the most of your professional certification and continue your career development with BCS Associate membership. Whether you’re looking for career support through the BCS global skills, training and development framework, SFIAplus, seeking promotion or a network of new contacts, we’re here to support you. BCS membership provides exclusive access to resources, content and opportunities that will enrich your career.

BCS Membership allows you to give back to society. Some of the industry’s challenges are around personal data, health, education, and IT capabilities. By becoming part of our professional community you can get involved and do your bit to make IT good for society.

Outline

BCS CISMP (Certificate in Information Security Management Principles) Outline

Our CISMP course covers the following:

The need for, and benefits of, Information Security: Corporate Governance
Information risk management
Information Security organisation and responsibilities: Legal and regulatory obligations
Policies, standards & procedures: Delivering a balanced ISMS, security procedures
Information Security governance: Policy reviews, security audits
Security incident management: Objectives and stages of incident management
Information Security implementation: Getting management buy-in
Legal framework: Processing personal data, employment issues, computer misuse, intellectual property rights, Data Protection Act
Security standards and procedures: ISO/IEC 27002 and ISO/IEC 15408
Threats to, and vulnerabilities of, Information Systems
People security: Organisational culture, acceptable use policies
Systems development and support: Linking security to whole business process, change management process, handling security patches
Role of cryptography: Common encryption models
Protection from malicious software: Methods of control
User access controls: Authentication and authorisation mechanisms
Networks and communications: Partitioning networks, role of cryptography, controlling third party access, intrusion monitoring, penetration testing, cloud computing
External services: Protection of Web servers and e-commerce applications
IT infrastructure: Operating, network, database, and file management systems
Testing, audit, and review: Strategies for security testing of business systems
Training: The purpose and role of training, promoting awareness
Physical and environmental security: Controlling access and protecting physical sites and assets
Disaster recovery and business continuity management: Relationship between risk assessment and impact analysis
Investigations and forensics: Common processes, tools, and techniques, legal and regulatory guidelines

Prerequisites

Who should attend?

This CISMP course is aimed at any individual who would like to develop their knowledge of Information Security management. This qualification would be particularly beneficial for existing IT Managers who would like to enhance their knowledge of Information Security in order to ensure that the correct and most efficient procedures are being carried out within their organisation. This CISMP course would also be beneficial for Information Security management team members, Security Coordinations and Administrators, Internal Auditors, and staff responsible for legal and corporate governance, to name a few.

Prerequisites

There are no official prerequisites to enrol on this BCS CISMP course. However, we recommend that candidates wanting to complete the course have a good understanding of the general principles of Information Security, issues related to security control and IT generally. If you do not possess this knowledge, candidates can use the BCS recommended book ‘Information Security Management Principles’ to prepare for the course.

FAQs

Is The Knowledge Academy’s CISMP course accredited?

Yes, the Knowledge Academy’s CISMP course is accredited by BCS, The Chartered Institute for IT. This BCS CISMP course also comes with a one year's free Associate membership to BCS when the examination is passed.

Is the CISMP exam included in the course fee?

Yes, the CISMP examination is included in the original course fee.

Do I need any prior qualifications for the CISMP course?

There are no required qualifications for candidates to undertake our CISMP course. However, it is recommended that delegates have a good knowledge of IT, the Information Security management principles and the issues that arise from Information Security management. Delegates who do not already have this knowledge can attain it from the BCS recommended book ‘Information Security Management Principles’.

Where can I attend this CISMP course?

The Knowledge Academy has venues in a wide variety of locations across the UK and the globe, making to easy find a training venue near you.

BCS CISMP (Certificate in Information Security Management Principles) Examination

To complete our CISMP course, candidates must pass the CISMP examination. The examination will take place at the end of the fifth and final day of the course. The exam is:

Multiple choice
100 questions
65% pass rate (65/100)
2 hours in duration
Closed book