Certified Cybersecurity Project Manager (CCyPM)®



Certification Overview
In a world where cyber threats are increasing in scale, sophistication, and impact, organizations demand project leaders with both project management acumen and cybersecurity awareness. CCyPM® bridges this gap by integrating project leadership skills with cybersecurity frameworks, regulatory compliance, and resilience planning.
Certification Objectives (Skills and Competencies Tested)
- Plan and manage cybersecurity-specific projects within scope, time, and budget.
- Apply project management methodologies (Agile, Hybrid, Waterfall) to IT security initiatives.
- Lead SOC implementations, cloud security migrations, and incident response programs.
- Ensure compliance with international standards such as ISO 27001, NIST CSF, CMMC, and GDPR.
- Conduct cybersecurity risk assessments and integrate findings into project plans.
- Coordinate cross-functional cybersecurity teams (IT, risk, legal, compliance, operations).
- Drive organizational resilience through cybersecurity governance, risk, and assurance frameworks.


- Manage end-to-end cybersecurity project lifecycles.
- Align IT security projects with corporate governance and risk management policies.
- Balance technical security requirements with business needs.
- Navigate compliance audits and cybersecurity regulatory landscapes.
- Apply cyber resilience strategies to safeguard enterprise operations.
Domain Topics

1. Cybersecurity Foundations for Project Managers
- Cybersecurity principles, frameworks, and terminology.
- Overview of ISO 27001, NIST Cybersecurity Framework, GDPR, and CMMC.
-Cyber risk, threat modeling, and vulnerability management.

2. Project Management in Cybersecurity
- Applying Agile, Hybrid, and Traditional project management to cybersecurity projects.
- Cybersecurity program governance and steering committees.
- Planning SOC and resilience projects.

3. Compliance, Risk, and Audit Readiness
- Managing compliance-driven initiatives (ISO, NIST, GDPR, HIPAA).
- Audit frameworks and evidence collection.
- Risk-based prioritization for cybersecurity investments.

4. Cybersecurity Program Execution
- Cloud security migrations and zero trust architecture projects.
- SOC implementation and SIEM deployments.
- Cyber incident response and business continuity planning.

5. Financial, Vendor, and Stakeholder Management
- Budgeting for cybersecurity programs.
- Vendor management and third-party risk.
- Engaging C-suite executives, regulators, and boards on cyber initiatives.

6. Measuring Success & Cyber Resilience
- Cybersecurity project KPIs and success metrics.
- Cyber resilience maturity models.
- Continuous improvement and post-implementation reviews.
Exam Details

Format: 100 multiple-choice questions

Duration: 90 minutes

Passing Score: 70%

Mode: Online, globally accessible.

Retake Policy: One free retake within 3 months
Training and Certification Options

Self-Paced Training + Exam
$400 (includes exam + digital course materials).

Virtual Instructor-Led Training (VILT):
$1,500 (4 days, 2 hours/day).

Complimentary Materials
Reading guides, compliance templates, case scenarios, practice exam bank.
Accreditation & Recognition
- ISO/IEC 27001 (Information Security Management).
- NIST Cybersecurity Framework.
- CMMC (for U.S. defense contractors).
- GDPR & global data protection regulations.
Career Paths & Employment Outlook
- Cybersecurity Project Manager
- Cybersecurity Program Lead
- IT Security Manager
- SOC Implementation Manager
- Compliance & Risk Project Manager
- Cyber Resilience Consultant

Why Choose CCyPM®?
- Specialized certification for cybersecurity-focused project leadership
- Blends project management skills with cybersecurity compliance expertise.
- Globally recognized with AGILE-HRP® accreditation.
- Provides a career edge in high-demand cybersecurity roles.
- Builds confidence to lead mission-critical IT and security initiatives.

Self-Paced Training, Exam Fees : Payment covers the exam only. Complimentary exam guide and practice questions will be provided to assist you.

Instructor-Led Training: Enroll in a 4-day program with 2 hours of live instruction each day, led by industry experts for $1,500 USD