CISSP vs CISM
                     CISSP
CISM
Which Certification is Right for 
You?
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Experience Requirements
CISSP
Requires a  minimum of five years of
cumulative, paid work experience in at 
least  two or more CISSP domains.
CISM
Requires a  minimum of five years of work
experience in information security 
management  with at least three years of 
experience in three
or more CISM domains.
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Domains and Knowledge Areas
CISSP
Covers eight domains, including security 
and  risk management, asset security,
communication and network 
security,  and more.
CISM
Focuses on four domains, including 
information  security governance, risk 
management,
information security program development 
and  management, and incident 
management.
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Career Opportunities
CISSP
Opens doors to various roles such as security 
 consultant, security analyst, IT auditor, 
security  architect, and more.
CISM
Offers career opportunities as information 
security  manager, security consultant, IT 
auditor, risk
manager, and compliance officer.
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Industry Recognition
CISSP
Recognized as a  globally respected 
certification  by organizations and 
governments worldwide.
CISM
Well-regarded in the field of information 
security  management, particularly for 
individuals aiming  for leadership roles.
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Exam Format and Maintenance
CISSP
A 6-hour exam with 250 multiple-choice questions. 
 Requires earning continuing professional 
education  (CPE) credits to maintain certification.
CISM
A 4-hour exam with 150 multiple-choice questions. 
 Requires earning continuing professional 
education  (CPE) credits to maintain certification.
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Choose Based on Your Goals
CISSP
Ideal for professionals seeking a 
comprehensive  understanding of all aspects 
of information
security.
CISM
Perfect for individuals interested in 
information  security management and 
governance roles.
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