CISM Training Denver
4 Day CISM Boot Camp
Our 4 Day CISM Training in Denver prepares you for the ISACA Certified Information Security Manager exam with a live expert instructor.
Exam voucher included · 180-day access to lesson replays · Updated for the 2026 exam outline
Terms & Policies
What Is CISM Certification, and Why Does It Matter?
The Certified Information Security Manager (CISM) is the ISACA credential for professionals who manage, design, oversee and assess an enterprise’s information security. It validates expertise in security governance, risk management, program development and incident management, and it is recognized worldwide.
Who should attend a CISM Training Class?
Security and IT professionals who manage, or are moving into managing, an organization’s security program. ISACA does not require training or education hours. It does require five years of information security management experience (at least three years in three of the four CISM domains), and you can take the exam before you have it. A CISSP or CISA in good standing can waive up to 2 of the 5 years. See the full requirements and waivers.
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Nate was a great instructor and really made the material accessible. The boot camp provided a ton of information, but was not overwhelming. I definitely feel well prepared for the exam after this course
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CISM Opportunities in Denver and Beyond
Denver and the Front Range have a broad base of organizations that run information security programs, from technology and telecommunications to healthcare, finance and government. CISM is a management-level credential recognized across industries and around the world, so it supports a move into security leadership in Colorado or in any other market.
CISM Boot Camp Denver: What Is Included
Course materials
- Immediate access to the in-depth CISM pre-study course
- CISM Review Manual, 17th Edition
- Exam voucher included
- 180-day access to replays of the daily lessons
Support and guarantee
- Application assistance and a readiness roadmap
- Instructor guidance and post-class support
- Pass your exam, guaranteed (Terms & Policies)
- Firm course dates: registered classes run as scheduled
Inside the CISM Boot Camp
Open any section below for the full detail. Everything here is part of the 4-day class.
CISM Exam Domains and Format
The exam has 150 multiple-choice questions in four hours, computer-based at a PSI test center or remotely proctored. The passing score is 450 on a scaled 200 to 800 score. The course is updated to ISACA’s latest exam outline (2026), which applies to exams taken from November 3, 2026.
| Domain | Exam weight (2026 outline) |
|---|---|
| Information Security Governance | 18% |
| Information Security Risk Management | 20% |
| Information Security Program | 33% |
| Incident Management | 29% |
Work Experience, Waivers and Substitutions
You need five years of information security management experience, with at least three years in three of the four domains, all within the ten years before you apply. A current CISA or CISSP in good standing waives 2 years; an MBA or master’s in information security or a related field waives 2; a bachelor’s in information security or a skills-based certification such as Security+ waives 1. Only one substitution applies, with documentation. Read the details and verify with ISACA before you apply.
Benefits of Attending a CISM Boot Camp in Denver
An accelerated in-person class takes the temptation to postpone test prep off the table. You talk through concepts and situations with your instructor and peers, which grounds your learning, and a classroom of people with the same goal keeps you accountable. Your instructor helps you connect your own experience to how ISACA asks its questions: management-focused answers that put business strategy, cost and business impact first.
Costs: What You Pay ISACA and What the Boot Camp Includes
The Certification Academy CISM Boot Camp includes your exam voucher. On their own, candidates pay ISACA an exam fee of $575 (members) or $760 (non-members) and a one-time $50 application processing fee after passing. Annual maintenance is $45 for members and $85 for non-members.
Why Choose Us for Your CISM Boot Camp in Denver?
Experience
Experienced trainers who use proven adult-learning practices and straightforward internalization techniques to build engagement, motivation and recall.
Thought leadership
Courses developed to correlate closely with the exam, using problem-based, collaborative learning.
Proven results
Our CISM Boot Camp gets you ready faster, better and with more support along the way.
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Pass your exam, guaranteed
Backed by our pass guarantee. Terms & Policies.
CISM Training Course Location: Downtown Denver
Our CISM Boot Camp meets at 600 17th Street, Suite 2800, in downtown Denver.
Denver Downtown
Our training center is located between 17th Street and the 16th Street Mall. Hotels, shops, restaurants and sporting venues are all close to the business center.
600 17th St.Suite 2800Denver, Colorado 80202Map and Directions
CISM Boot Camp Denver Class Schedule
Choose the date that fits your plans. Every class includes your exam voucher.
| State | City | Location | Dates | Price | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Colorado | Denver | Denver Downtown | Nov 16th - Nov 19th | $2,495 | |
| Colorado | Denver | Denver Downtown | Dec 14th - Dec 17th | $2,495 | |
| Colorado | Denver | Denver Downtown | Jan 11th - Jan 14th | $2,495 | |
| Colorado | Denver | Denver Downtown | Feb 8th - Feb 11th | $2,495 | |
| Colorado | Denver | Denver Downtown | Mar 8th - Mar 11th | $2,495 | |
| Colorado | Denver | Denver Downtown | Apr 5th - Apr 8th | $2,495 | |
| Colorado | Denver | Denver Downtown | May 3rd - May 6th | $2,495 | |
| Colorado | Denver | Denver Downtown | May 31st - Jun 3rd | $2,495 | |
| Colorado | Denver | Denver Downtown | Jun 28th - Jul 1st | $2,495 | |
| Colorado | Denver | Denver Downtown | Jul 26th - Jul 29th | $2,495 | |
| Colorado | Denver | Denver Downtown | Aug 23rd - Aug 26th | $2,495 | |
| Colorado | Denver | Denver Downtown | Sep 20th - Sep 23rd | $2,495 | |
| Colorado | Denver | Denver Downtown | Oct 18th - Oct 21st | $2,495 | |
| Colorado | Denver | Denver Downtown | Nov 15th - Nov 18th | $2,495 | |
| Colorado | Denver | Denver Downtown | Dec 13th - Dec 16th | $2,495 |
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Other CISM Boot Camp Options
Denver is our Mountain West location. If another city or format is easier, pick the class that works for you.
CISM Frequently Asked Questions
Is the exam voucher included?
Yes. The Certification Academy CISM Boot Camp includes your exam voucher.
Do I need five years of experience to take the exam?
No. You can take the exam first, but you need five years of information security management experience to be certified and must apply within five years of passing. See the requirements and waivers.
How long does it take to receive my exam results?
You see a preliminary pass or fail on screen right after the exam. Your official score is emailed and posted online within 10 working days.
Can I take the class online instead?
Yes. The live online class is taught by an expert instructor with the same curriculum. See the live online class.
How long is the class, and can I review lessons afterward?
The boot camp is four days, and you get access to replays of the daily lessons for 180 days.