ISACA’s Advanced in AI Security Management (AAISM) credential, the first AI-centric security management certification, is now available. Learn more about AAISM through these frequently asked questions below.
Why did ISACA create the AAISM credential?
Decisions about how to utilize and implement AI are being made every day, and AI tools are being adopted faster than organizational policies can keep up. ISACA created the AAISM to enable security professionals to demonstrate their ability to implement enterprise AI solutions while being able to also identify, assess, monitor and mitigate risks.
What are the domains covered by AAISM?
- AI Governance and Program Management
- AI Risk Management
- AI Technologies and Controls
Why were CISM and CISSP holders specifically chosen to be eligible for this credential?
CISM and CISSP are the pre-eminent security management credentials. The AAISM is intended to supplement the globally validated best practices of these security management credentials with AI-centric domain expertise.
How much AI familiarity should an AAISM candidate have before pursuing the credential?
AAISM candidates should have some experience assessing, implementing and maintaining AI systems.
How will this certification add value to my career?
The ISACA® Advanced in AI Security Management (AAISM) certification validates security managers’ experience and knowledge regarding AI specific security issues, while leveraging AI's transformative opportunities internally for growth and innovation. This credential builds upon existing security management best practices found in CISM and CISSP and focuses on the associated threat landscape to best manage the risk profile and effectively leverage AI into security operations.
How is AAISM different from ISACA’s other AI trainings and credentials?
AAISM is the first and only AI-centric security management certification. ISACA’s other Advanced in AI certification, the AAIA, is centered on auditing. ISACA also offers the AI Fundamentals program, as well as a portfolio of AI training courses to provide both a broad understanding of the AI ecosystem, as well as practical AI skills.
Will the exam be updated as new advancements in AI develop?
All of ISACA’s certification exams focus on globally validated domains and core knowledge that will remain relevant for the foreseeable future. ISACA’s team of experts around the world are constantly following the changes throughout the security landscape to ensure we are providing the most up-to-date resources, insights, and exams possible.
