Domain Change FAQs for CISSP-ISSMP
Why are changes being made to the CISSP-ISSMP exam?
How is the CISSP-ISSMP exam changing?
The content of the CISSP-ISSMP has been refreshed to reflect the most pertinent issues that cybersecurity management professionals currently face, along with the best practices for mitigating those issues. The result is an exam that most accurately reflects establishing, presenting and governing information security programs, and demonstrates management and leadership skills.
For a guide to the changes, view the CISSP-ISSMP Domain Refresh Guide.
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May 2018 |
Nov. 15, 2022 |
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CISSP-ISSMP Domains |
Weight |
Weight |
1 |
Leadership and Business Management |
22% |
20% |
2 |
Systems Lifecycle Management |
19% |
18% |
3 |
Risk Management |
18% |
19% |
4 |
Threat Intelligence and Incident Management |
17% |
17% |
5 |
Contingency Management |
10% |
15% |
6 |
Law, Ethics and Security Compliance Management |
14% |
11% |
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Total: |
100% |
100% |
Why do domains for (ISC)² credential exams change?
When will these changes go into effect?
In what language will the refreshed CISSP-ISSMP exam be available?
Will this change the number of questions or the time required to take the CISSP-ISSMP exam?
If I have been studying for the CISSP-ISSMP exam with material that focuses on the current domains, will I be sufficiently prepared to take the new exam without additional study?
Do these updates affect the experience requirement for the CISSP-ISSMP?
What impact do these changes have on (ISC)² training materials?