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CISM Summer 2022 Review Course

June 2, 2022 @ 8:30 am - June 4, 2022 @ 4:30 pm EDT

GWDC Member $350, Non-GWDC Member $700

The GWDC is sponsoring an intensive 3-day review course for the Certified Information Security Manager® (CISM) Exam. The CISM® review course will provide practical advice on preparing for the CISM exam and specific instruction regarding the job practice areas addressed by CISM as defined by ISACA® Global. The dates of this course are June 2 – 4, 2022 from 8:30 am to 4:30 PM Eastern.

This event is intended for anyone sitting for the CISM Exam. Students are expected to have prepared for the exam prior to attending the course.

Students who take this GWDC review class and do not pass the corresponding Exam are eligible for a one-time 50% discount on the next review class offered by the GWDC for the exam. Please read the chapter event policy for discount details.

Registration closed on May 31. Participants can use the link below to access CPE Certificates, feedback survey, and presentations. Instructions on how to access these resources are located on the Access Your CPE Certificate page.

View Registration Site

 

Please note, registration for the CISM exam is administered by ISACA®, not the GWDC. Registering for this review course does not register you for the exam.

» Details on the Certification and Exam Registration

 

Course Details

Agenda

Day 1 

  • Module 1 – Information Security Governance
  • Module 2 – Information Security Risk Management

Day 2

  • Module 3 – Information Security Program
  • Module 4 – Incident Management

Day 3 

  • Module 5 – Exam Preparation Strategies

 

Materials Provided During the Course

Participants receive a Study Guide to help them prepare for the CISM exam. The Study Guide contains a presentation, a case study, and 20 quiz questions for each domain in the official CISM Review Manual. The Study Guide contains additional material such as suggested study approach, exam taking tips, list of “must know” vocabulary terms, and other suggested readings to aid participants in their exam preparation.

 

Study Materials

The instructor highly recommends that students purchase the CISM Review Manual and the CISM Review Questions, Answers, and Explanations Database – 12 Month. Below are the study materials available for purchase from the ISACA Bookstore:

  • CISM Review Manual
  • CISM Review Questions, Answers & Explanations Manual
  • CISM Review Questions, Answers & Explanation Database – 12 month subscription

**It is highly recommended to order these at the earliest opportunity to avoid any possible delays in their availability for the start of the program.

 

Additional Study Resources

Candidates should review the Exam Candidate Guide and other resources on the ISACA CISM page as part of their study program. 

 

Instructor

Noel Nazario teaching our ISACA GWDC CISM Spring Review Course 2021

Noel Nazario

Noel A. Nazario is a technology and business leader that brings a wealth of technical and leadership experience to help clients assess risk, develop risk mitigation strategies, envision and realize coherent technology environments, improve Cybersecurity Program maturity, establish Incident Response strategy, and improve IT/OT integration with business strategy. His experience includes business development, C-level training, financial systems audit, technology risk management, cybersecurity programs and operations, enterprise architecture, IT operations and services integration, cloud management, and IT governance. Noel’s professional background enables him to work with leaders with diverse perspectives and backgrounds.

Noel A. Nazario is a Certified Information Security Manager (CISM) and an ISACA Accredited trainer. Noel was the recipient of the GWDC’s 2018 V. Lee Conyers Award. He participates in multiple industry groups and is a frequent conference host and speaker. Noel started his technology career as an Electronics Engineer for the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Computer Security Division. He transitioned to the private sector to work for KPMG, EY, and Grant Thornton in roles that ranged from Senior Associate to Senior Manager and Director. He later started a consulting firm and is now a Senior Director at Annuk Inc, where he leads the IT Architecture Review Board for the Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority and supports other clients.

Additional Details

Virtual Event Information

The course will be held online using Zoom. An email with the Zoom link will be sent to registrants prior to the start of the course.

Prior to the event, registrants must install the Zoom app on their respective devices. Participants using the web-based Zoom or calling via the phone may not be entitled to CPE credits.

Participants must respond to all the poll questions via the Zoom polling feature or chat log in order to receive NASBA CPE credits. The ISACA Greater Washington, D.C. will not be responsible for the participant’s inability to respond to the polls.

 

Cancellation and Refund Policy

Cancellation and refund for advance registrations is allowed if cancellations are submitted through the registration system. Refunds vary depending on the date of cancellation. See ISACA GWDC Event Policies for details.

If ISACA GWDC cancels the event, all registrants will be notified as soon as possible through email at the email address provided during registration. Full refunds will be provided.

 

Complaint Policy

The GWDC welcomes your comments, complaints, suggestions, questions, and other feedback concerning our website information and services. All complaints should be submitted through the Registration Contact Form.

 

CPE Information

Earn up to 24 Continuing Professional Education (CPE) credit in the area of Information Technology. The ISACA® Greater Washington, D.C. Chapter is registered with the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA) as a sponsor of continuing professional education on the National Registry of CPE Sponsors. State boards of accountancy have final authority on the acceptance of individual courses for CPE credit. Complaints regarding registered sponsors may be submitted to the National Registry of CPE Sponsors through its website: www.NASBARegistry.org

 

CPE Distribution and Evaluation Survey

CPEs will be distributed via e-mail along with the event evaluation survey after the completion of the event. Attendees must be present the full day and respond to polling questions to receive full CPE credit.

 

CPE-Related Details

  • Learning Objective: After completing the course, students will be prepared to sit for the CISM exam.
  • Prerequisites and Advance Preparation: Students are expected to have prepared for the exam prior to attending the course.
  • Program Knowledge Level: Basic
  • Delivery Method:  Group Internet Based
  • Field of Study:  Information Technology – Technical

Details

Start:
June 2, 2022 @ 8:30 am EDT
End:
June 4, 2022 @ 4:30 pm EDT
Cost:
GWDC Member $350, Non-GWDC Member $700
Website:
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Venue

Virtual Event

Organizer

Clifton Persaud (Certifications Program and Special Assistance Requests)
Email
certifications@isaca-gwdc.org

ISACA GWDC