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CISM Fall Review 2021 Course

October 2, 2021 - October 16, 2021

GWDC Member $350, Non GWDC Member $700

DETAILS

Come to our Work Securely Webinar 2020 on April 8th 2020 at 12:00pm

The ISACA GWDC is back with our CISM Fall Review 2021 course. The CISM Fall Review 2021 course is an intensive 3-day review course for the ISACA Certified Information Security Manager® (CISM) Exam. The CISM Fall Review 2021 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 the CISM Fall Review 2021 course are:  three consecutive Saturdays October 2, October 9, and October 16 @ 9:00 am to 5:00 pm eastern.

Location: Online with the link provided after registration.

WHO SHOULD ATTEND

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.

EXAM REGISTRATION

The CISM exam will be offered via Computer-Based Testing (CBT).

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 Exam Registration 

Re-take Discount

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 full policy for discount details.

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AGENDA

Day 1
Module 1 - Information Security Governance

Module 2 - Information Risk Management and Compliance

Day 2
Module 3 - Information Security Program Development and Management

Module 4 - Information Security Incident Management

Day 3
Module 5 - Exam Preparation Strategies

MEET THE INSTRUCTOR

Noel Nazario teaching our ISACA GWDC CISM Spring Review Course 2021

Noel Nazario

CISM

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

 

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 as part of their study program. We've included additional resources for exam candidates on our Certifications page, including links to ISACA resources and Knowledge Center study groups.

 

Special Instructions 

Requests for Assistance: If you require assistance for an audio, visual, or other disability, please contact the Certifications Director, Clifton Persaud,  the event planner to discuss your needs as soon as possible.  We need as much advance notice as possible to determine whether requests can be accommodated. Thank You.

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.

 

CPE INFORMATION

Earn up to 21 Continuing Professional Education (CPE) credits in the area of Information Technology. The ISACA® Greater Washington, D.C. 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:

  • Delivery Method: Group Internet-Based. Zoom link delivered with registration.
  • Prior to the event, participants must install the Zoom app in 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.
  • ISACA Greater Washington, D.C. will not be responsible for the participant’s inability to respond to the polls.
  • Prerequisites and Advance Preparation: Students are expected to have prepared for the exam prior to attending the course.
  • Program Knowledge Level: Basic
  • Field of Study:  Information Technology - Technical

Complaint Policy:

The GWDC welcomes your comments, complaints, suggestions, questions, and other feedback concerning our website information and services. All complaints should be directed to the Associate Director of Registrations at registrations@isaca-gwdc.org.

Details

Start:
October 2, 2021
End:
October 16, 2021
Cost:
GWDC Member $350, Non GWDC Member $700
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