Certified Cyber Incident Manager

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CCIM

Certification Toolkit

499 USD

  • A comprehensive guide covering the step-by-step methodology to build a cyber incident management system aligned with best practices and strategic objectives
  • Test your understanding with hundreds of certification-style multiple-choice questions (MCQs) designed to reinforce your knowledge.
  • Self-paced materials, updates, and progress tracking—accessible anytime, anywhere.
  • Access to the final online certification exam, proctored and delivered via our secure platform—available 24/7 to fit your schedule.
  • Upon passing the exam, receive an official and verifiable digital certificate to showcase your achievement on LinkedIn and in your resume.
  • Everything you need to learn, practice, apply, and certify
  • Enjoy Up to 3 years certification validity renewable without limit.

Strategic Approach to Incident Response

Certified Cyber Incident Manager (CCIM) is a professional certification designed to equip IT professionals, risk managers, and cybersecurity officers with the essential skills to implement and effectively manage an organizational cyber incident management program.

In the face of rising cyberattacks, data breaches, and technical failures, organizations must adopt a structured, responsive, and proactive approach. The CCIM provides a proven methodology, grounded in international best practices, to detect, analyze, contain, eradicate, and document IT incidents.

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WHY CHOOSE THE CCIM?

Because cyber incidents are no longer a matter of "if", but "when".

Every organization — regardless of its size, sector, or geography — is vulnerable to cyber incidents. The real difference lies in how well prepared your teams are to detect, respond to, and learn from these threats.

Cyber incidents are no longer isolated events — they are systemic, evolving, and capable of paralyzing entire organizations within minutes. Traditional IT program often fails to equip professionals with the strategic and operational capabilities needed to face today’s threats.

The CCIM certification stands out by offering more than just technical know-how. It delivers a structured, end-to-end methodology for managing cyber incidents with confidence and precision. The program offers a structured, practical, and hands-on approach to mastering every stage of incident management, from detection to recovery and beyond. The CCIM certification is more than just a title — it’s a game changer.

Here’s why professionals and organizations across sectors are choosing CCIM:

Actionable Framework

Real-World Focus

Career-Boosting Credential

Fully Online and Globally Accessible

Backed by GECB

What You Will Learn

The Certified Cyber Incident Manager (CCIM) program is designed to provide immediate, applicable knowledge that professionals can use to enhance their organization’s cyber resilience.

Throughout the training, you will learn how to:


Design and implement

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Detect and identify incidents

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Respond quickly and effectively

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Conduct in-depth technical analysis

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Recover and restore services

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Document, review, and improve

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Plan and conduct simulations and crisis drills

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Why Getting Certified?


In an age of rising cyber threats, organizations need professionals who can respond effectively under pressure. CCIM validates your ability to take charge before, during, and after a cyber incident.
Whether you're advancing within your organization or exploring new opportunities, the CCIM credential sets you apart as a certified expert in a mission-critical domain.
Gain the confidence, vocabulary, tools, and structure to collaborate with IT, security, legal, compliance, and executive teams.
Become part of an international network of certified cyber incident managers committed to resilience and excellence.
Demonstrate your alignment with international standards and best practices — and show that you’re serious about protecting systems, data, and reputation.

Exam Syllabus for CCIM Certification


Understand cyber risk principles, incident typologies, threat actors, and the role of incident response in modern cybersecurity strategy.

Design an organizational structure, governance model, roles, responsibilities, and documented procedures to manage incidents effectively.

Master techniques for monitoring, logging, and identifying abnormal activities using both manual and automated methods.

Learn how to activate response teams, isolate affected systems, and prevent lateral spread of threats.

Apply root cause analysis, forensic tools, and investigation techniques to assess the scope, impact, and entry point of the incident.

Plan and execute system restoration, threat removal, and service resumption in a secure and controlled manner.

Develop communication strategies for internal and external stakeholders, manage regulatory reporting, and reputation risk.

Design and run realistic incident response drills to test readiness and improve coordination across teams

Design and run realistic incident response drills to test readiness and improve coordination across teams.

What They Say About CCIM

Fatou B IT Risk Manager, Dakar (Senegal)
“Before CCIM, we had no formal process to manage incidents — just ad hoc firefighting. Today, we have a structured response plan, clear roles, and the confidence to act fast. This training was a turning point for our IT security team.”
Carlos M.Information Security Officer, Bogotá (Colombia)
“I’ve taken many cybersecurity courses, but CCIM is different. It’s hands-on, practical, and directly applicable. I now lead our company’s incident response strategy — and I rely on the GECB-RMF framework daily.”
Sophie TCompliance & Crisis Manager, Paris (France)
“What I appreciated most was the clarity. The program breaks down each phase of incident management into actionable steps. The simulations helped us identify gaps we didn’t even know existed.”
Daniel ECybersecurity Analyst, California (USA)
“The CCIM certification helped me secure a promotion. My organization needed someone who could lead cyber response initiatives — and CCIM gave me the tools and confidence to do it.”
Zahra K.Digital Risk Consultant, Casablanca (Morocco)
“Excellent value for money. The training was rigorous, the resources were rich, and the certification is now a recognized asset in my CV. I recommend CCIM to anyone working in IT governance or digital risk.”

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How are we different?

Unlike competing programs, GECB combines the ingenuity of artificial intelligence with the acumen of world-class experts to craft certification programs that are not just educational credentials but a gateway to enhanced professional stature and global competitiveness. This is where AI meets expertise to forge your future.

CMIA Exam Details


  • Exam Questions: 50
  • Exam Format: Multiple choice
  • Passing Score: 70%
  • Duration: 60 min
  • Open Book: No
  • Certification Validity: 3 Years
  • Complimentary Retake: Conditional
  • Language: English, French, Spanish (Portuguese Coming soon)
 

Eligibility CriteriaEligibility

The CCIM program targets advanced professionals seeking to lead or enhance their organization’s cyber incident management strategy. To qualify for enrollment, applicants must meet the following requirements:

  1. Successful completion of the CIMS (Certified Incident Management Specialist) certification.
  2. A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in IT, cybersecurity, engineering, risk management, or a related field.
  3. A minimum of 2 to 3 years of professional experience in cybersecurity, IT risk, audit, compliance, or incident response roles.
  4. Commit to strictly comply with GECB policies, procedures, and ethical standards throughout the certification process and after becoming certified..
Eligibility Criteria

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At GECB, quality is our top priority. Our certification programs are designed to foster professional growth and ensure learning satisfaction. To give you peace of mind, we offer a 48-hour money-back guarantee.

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If you’re not satisfied with your purchase within the first 48 hours, simply let us know, and we’ll issue a full refund. No questions asked.

Furthermore, we stand by the effectiveness of our preparation materials. All the questions you'll find on the exam are answered in the manual. If you study the preparation manual thoroughly and still do not pass the certification exam, we will consider offering a second exam attempt free of charge if your results indicate that you were very close to passing.

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ABOUT THE GECB-RMF

A structured, practical, and results-driven framework for mastering risk management.

The GECB Risk Management Framework (GECB-RMF) is the exclusive reference model developed by GECB GROUP LLC, an international certification body specializing in the design of practical, results-oriented programs and frameworks that span across all functional areas of an organization—foremost among them, risk management.

Unlike many generic frameworks that tend to be vague or overly theoretical, the GECB-RMF offers an integrated, actionable, and operational approach designed to help organizations implement effective risk management systems that are aligned with long-term resilience and sustainability objectives.

As the methodological foundation of the CCIM – Certified Cyber Incident Manager certification, the application of the GECB-RMF ensures the quality, consistency, and strategic relevance of the incident management processes implemented by certified professionals.

GECB-CGF AMBASSADOR

The highest distinction awarded by GECB, reserved for an elite group of professionals committed to the strategic leadership of risk. Becoming a GECB-RMF Ambassador means:

  • Joining the GECB Risk Leaders Circle
  • Being invited to speak at GECB webinars, virtual summits, and events
  • Accessing exclusive premium content
  • Publishing high-value articles, case studies, and insights
  • Receiving the official Ambassador digital badge
  • Gaining Accredited Trainer status
  • Enjoying a single $149 renewal package every 3 years
  • Receiving the official Ambassador digital badge
  • Earning recognition as a globally credible, visible, and influential expert in risk leadership
  • Being invited to consult with GECB

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