Greetings everyone, I'm Jay, and I'm glad to have you on my channel, Askj.com. Today's discussion revolves around the Certified Information Security Manager (CISM) certification, particularly focusing on the endorsement process. So, let's delve into the steps you need to take after successfully passing the CISM exam.
First of all, congratulations on your exam success! For those still preparing, keep at it - success is within reach. Now, after acing the CISM exam, the endorsement process becomes the next vital step. ISACA requires candidates to possess a minimum of five years of work experience in at least three of the domains covered by CISM. However, if you hold other certifications like CISSP, you can potentially waive up to two years of experience, bringing it down to three years.
What exactly does the endorsement process entail? Well, it's a method for ISACA to verify your experience and ensure you're well-equipped for the CISM certification. You can initiate this process even before passing the exam, which is great for proactive individuals.
The verification procedure involves applying for the endorsement by filling out a form. This form can be downloaded from ISACA's official portal. You'll need a past manager who directly supervised your work to validate your experience. The form is designed with checkboxes and details that your manager needs to confirm. After they've filled in their part, you sign it, they sign it, and you're almost there. Don't forget, there's a processing fee of $50, and being an ISACA member is often a prerequisite.
Having applied for the endorsement, you'll upload the completed form through the ISACA portal. After a few weeks, you'll receive an email notifying you of the completion of the verification process. However, it's worth mentioning that there might be occasional delays due to the influx of applications.
In my case, I passed the CISM exam in December 2020 and began the endorsement process in early February. It took a couple of weeks for the verification process to be completed, and I did receive a notification acknowledging a backlog in the processing. Subsequently, I was officially certified, and shortly thereafter, I received the physical certificate, a tangible proof of my achievement.
Remember that the certificate is not just a piece of paper; it symbolizes your dedication and expertise in the field. It's a beautiful acknowledgment of your commitment to the CISM journey. I've even shared an unboxing blog of my ISACA CISM certificate on my channel for those interested.
To wrap it up, passing the CISM exam is a significant achievement. However, the endorsement process takes it a step further by validating your experience. Remember to choose an ex-manager or colleague who can verify your work in alignment with ISACA's guidelines. I hope this insight into the endorsement process has been helpful to you. If you found this information valuable, please show your support by liking and subscribing to my channel. Until next time, stay curious and keep excelling in your pursuits.
