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Explore The Job Practice Areas Tested For & Validated By CSM Certification
Become a part of the corporate security elite! Thousands of professional people have obtained CorpSecurity certification programs to validate their expertise in corporate security. The domains, topics, and subtopics of each certification program are the results of extensive research, feedback, and validation from subject matter experts and prominent industry leaders from around the globe.
Security Management Practices
In this domain, you’ll learn key topics in security management practices such as organizational strategy, corporate security setup and management styles, advanced program management, security risk assessment, security awareness and training programs, security policies and procedures, standards and guidelines, security auditing, and governance, risk management, and compliance. We will explore each of these areas to understand them better, learn best practices for implementation, and discuss ways in which these principles can help organizations achieve their objectives.
By the end of this domain, you will have the skills and confidence necessary to make informed decisions about security management that can benefit your organization and lead to a more prosperous future.
1 Understanding Organization & Managing the security programs
- Organizational Strategy
- Corporate Security Setup & Security Management Styles
- Advanced Program Management
2 Security risk assessment
- Planning & Conducting Security Risk Assessment
- Qualitative Security Risk Assessment
- Quantitative Security Risk Assessment
- Security Risk Assessment Report
3 Security awareness and training programs
- Planning Security Awareness Programs
- Conducting Security Awareness Programs
- Metrics of Security Awareness Programs
4 Security policies, procedures, standards, and guidelines
- Developing security policies and procedures
- Implementing security policies and procedures
- Compliance
5 Security Auditing and Review
- Planning of Security Audits
- Conducting Security Audits
- Documentation
- Governance, Risk Management, and Compliance
Physical Security Management
1 Physical Security Assessment
- Planning physical security assessments
- Conducting physical security assessments
- Assessment techniques
- Security Risk Assessment vs. Physical Security Assessment
- Physical security assessment report
2 Physical Security Strategies & Design Principles
- Risk management approaches
- Physical Security Functions/Design Outcomes
- Corporate Security Risk Management
3 Physical Security Measures
- Physical Security Personnel
- Electronic Security Systems (VSS, ACS, IDS)
- Emerging technology (Video Analytics & AI)
- Physical Security Procedures
- CPTED and other structural measures
4 Physical Security Systems
- Security System Design & Elements
- Physical Security Project Management
Investigations Management
Uncover Success with Security Investigation Management:
By the end of this domain, you will have developed a deep understanding of the what, where, when, who, why, and how of investigation – equipping you with the skills necessary to uncover success in any situation.
- Principles of Security Investigation
- Methods of Security Investigation
- Case Management
- Applying the investigative strategies
- Specialized Investigative Techniques
Personnel Security Management
1 Workplace Violence
2 Executive Protection
3 Travel Security
4 Security of Special Events
Crisis & Business Continuity Management
1 Crisis Management Overview
2 Business Continuity Management Overview
3 Business Continuity Planning
4 Business Impact Analysis
5 Crisis Management Planning
Information Security Management
1 Information Security Overview
2 Cybersecurity Overview
3 Significance of Information Systems Security
4 Protection of Information Assets
5 Converged Security
Business Operations Management
1 Business Metrics
2 Finance Management
3 Human Resources Management
4 Indemnification and Liability Insurance
Leadership & Stakeholder Management
1 External Stakeholder Management
- Liaison with Law Enforcement
- Networking with industry leaders
2 Internal Stakeholder Management
- Managing your team
- Managing your boss
- Managing influencers
3 People Management and Leadership
- Basic Principles of Effective Leadership
- Managing and Leading
4 Road Map to Creating You & Leading as the CSO
Must have a minimum of
- 8 years of security experience with no higher education degree
- 7 years of security experience with any degree
- 6 years of security experience with a master’s degree
Note: CSE certification holders will get 1-year experience relaxation from the above criteria. The candidate should be in charge of a security function for at least 3 years.
And
- Have worked full-time in a security-related role
- Not have been convicted of any criminal crime that would bring the security profession, CorpSecurity International, or the qualification program into disrepute.
- Sign the Certification Code of Conduct and commit to following it.
Certification Award Process
CorpSecurity International awards CSM Certification designation to only those who have successfully fulfilled the following performance criteria in the training program & certification exam:
Step 1
Enroll and complete all modules of the CSM certification body of knowledge through the advanced Security Management Training Course.
Step 2
Pass all domain-wise assessment tests with at least 70% of the score.
Step 3
Pass the CSM certification exam with at least of 80% of the score (225 MCQs).
Are You a Security Professional Looking to Take Your Career to The Next Level? Or Are you a Military or Law Enforcement Professional Ready to Transition Into Corporate Security?
If so, then CorpSecurity International’s Certified Security Manager (CSM) – a globally recognized Security Management Certification program is just what you need. This comprehensive security management certification program is designed to equip you with the tools and knowledge you’ll need to succeed in corporate security.
The CSM Certification Program offers invaluable industry insights and strategies, helpful support resources, and technical know-how to protect your business against risks and threats proactively. You’ll also gain access to our global network of security professionals for best practices exchange, collaboration opportunities, and job leads.
You’re investing in more than just a certification program. You’re investing in your future success as a Corporate Security Professional. Take control of your professional development and enroll in the program today to certify with CorpSecurity International!
Achieve The Highest Level of Excellence In Security Management With The Certified Security Manager (CSM) Certification Program.
With CSM – the globally recognized Security Management Certification, security professionals will become a symbol of excellence in corporate security by joining an elite group of corporate security professionals who demonstrate superior knowledge and competence in 8 key domains of corporate security management.
This advanced-level corporate security management certification will equip security professionals with the knowledge and competency to excel in roles such as Security Managers, Senior Security Managers, Regional Security Managers, Security Directors, or Chief Security Officers.
Security Professionals will upskill their knowledge with an Advanced Security Management Training Program and testing that will equip them with subject matter expertise in 8 key domains of corporate security—from Security Management Practices, Physical Security Management, Security Investigations Management, Personnel Security Management, Crisis & Business Continuity Management, Information Security Management, Business & Operations Management, to Stakeholder Management & Leadership.
If you are a security professional or military veteran—you don’t want to miss out on this opportunity.
Start your journey to excellence right now – Enroll in the program today to become a Certified Security Manager! Leap today toward a secure and thriving future!
Program Overview
Explore The CorpSecurity International CSM Program Overview
The Certified Security Manager CSM Certification Program is an advanced-level security management training and certification program offered by CorpSecurity International.
What you discover in the program can instantly be applied to advance your professional and security consulting career.
And once you complete it, you’ll emerge with a system you’ll use throughout your professional corporate security journey to achieve and accelerate all your goals.
Not all security professionals are eligible to pursue the CSM Certification program. Please check below whether you fulfill the Certification Eligibility Criteria.
Certification Body of Knowledge
Certified Security Manager (CSM) – The Advanced Security Management Certification credential provides demonstrable proof of knowledge and management skills in eight critical Corporate Security domains.
- Security Management Practices
- Physical Security Management
- Security Investigations Management
- Personnel Security Management
- Crisis & Business Continuity Management
- Information Security Management
- Business & Operations Management
- Stakeholder Management & Leadership
What Certified Professionals Say About The Program
Brig. Gen. (R) Ahmed Fekry transitioned into a Corporate Security Management career after serving 30 years in the Egyptian Military. Now working as Area Security Manager … for a leading Facilities Management organization in Cairo, Egypt. He finds himself drawn to the Corporate Security function’s ability to create positive outcomes for an organization from top to bottom.
He earned Corp Security International’s Certified Security Manager (CSM) Advanced Security Management Certification in 2022. He says “Part of the value of becoming certified is the invaluable knowledge you gain from CSM body of knowledge and innovative training program. My organization supported me in pursuing my certification because they understand the value this knowledge brings to the organization.”
Brig. Gen. (R) Ahmed Fekry El Hossiny, CSM®
Area Security Manager
Cairo, Egypt
I recently completed the Certified Security Manager (CSM) program offered by CorpSecurity International, and I am highly impressed with the quality …of education and support provided. The program mentor Siva Rp was knowledgeable. responsive, and personal during over sessions. I learned a great deal from this program, which has prepared me for a successful career in corporate security
Mohamed Adel, CSM®
Safety and Security Manager at Nile University
Egypt
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Yaroth Chhay, CSM®
Senior Vice President at ACLEDA Bank Plc.
Cambodia