CISSP-ISSMP: (ISC)² CISSP-ISSMP
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About the CISSP-ISSMP Exam
Security programme leadership — the CISO concentration
The (ISC)² CISSP-ISSMP concentration validates expertise in leading and managing enterprise security programmes, covering security leadership, systems lifecycle management, risk management, threat intelligence, contingency management, and security compliance — the most managerial of all (ISC)² certifications.
Who Should Take This Exam?
The CISSP-ISSMP is designed for experienced professionals seeking advanced validation. 2+ years of hands-on experience recommended.
Typical study time: 8-12 weeks of intensive study
Exam Quick Facts
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Exam Code | CISSP-ISSMP |
| Title | (ISC)² CISSP-ISSMP |
| Provider | Pearson VUE |
| Validity | 3 years (CPE required) |
| Question Types | Multiple choice, Advanced innovative |
Exam Domains & Weights
The CISSP-ISSMP exam covers 6 domains. Focus your study time based on the weights below — higher-weighted domains have more exam questions.
| Domain | Weight | Practice Qs |
|---|---|---|
| Leadership and Business Management | 22% | 44 |
| Systems Lifecycle Management | 19% | 38 |
| Risk Management | 18% | 36 |
| Threat Intelligence and Incident Management | 17% | 34 |
| Contingency Management | 12% | 24 |
| Law, Ethics, and Security Compliance Management | 12% | 24 |
| Total | 100% | 200 |
💡 Study tip: Leadership and Business Management carries the most weight (22%) — start there. Contingency Management has the least (12%), but don’t skip it — exam questions can come from any domain.
Practice Exam — 200 Questions
Prepare for the CISSP-ISSMP with our 200-question practice exam covering all 6 exam domains. Every question includes detailed explanations and maps to official exam objectives.
What you get:
- ✅ Exam simulation mode with timer
- ✅ Spaced repetition for weak areas
- ✅ Detailed explanations for every question
- ✅ Progress tracking across domains
- ✅ 20 free questions — no account needed
ISC² Certification Path
Start with CC (Certified in Cybersecurity) for entry-level, then SSCP for technical security, then CISSP for management. CISSP concentrations (ISSAP, ISSEP, ISSMP) come after CISSP.
Related ISC² Certifications
If you’re studying for the CISSP-ISSMP, you might also be interested in these ISC² certifications:
- CC: (ISC)² Certified in Cybersecurity — 200 practice questions
- CCSP: (ISC)² CCSP — 200 practice questions
- CGRC: (ISC)² CGRC — 200 practice questions
- CISSP-ISSAP: (ISC)² CISSP-ISSAP — 200 practice questions
- CISSP-ISSEP: (ISC)² CISSP-ISSEP — 200 practice questions
Study Tips
- Start with the heaviest domain — focus your time where the exam focuses its questions
- Use our practice exam — try the 20 free questions first to gauge your readiness
- Review explanations — don’t just check if you got it right; read why each answer is correct
- Simulate exam conditions — use the timed exam mode to practice under pressure