Certified Identity Management Professional (CIMP)® Application for Certification

Certified Identity Management Professional® (CIMP) Application for Certification

Thank you for your interest in the Certified Identity Management Professional (CIMP)® designation.

To be eligible for certification, candidates must be members of Identity Management Institute® (IMI), complete this application to enroll, pay the required fees, and pass the online examination. If you are not currently an IMI member, please also submit a membership application.

Requirements for Certification

To earn the CIMP designation, candidates must demonstrate at least 60 points including two years of technical work experience in any of the CIMP Critical Risk Domains (CRD) listed below. Each year of college education or work experience, and any other related certification equals 10 points. Please note that education, experience, and certification presented to demonstrate qualification must be related to the IT field.

Certified Identity Management Professional (CIMP) certification

Critical Risk Domains (CRD)

The following are Critical Risk Domains (CRD) for the CIMP certification program:

Threat Management
Project Management
Product Selection and Implementation
Software Security
Cloud Security
IAM Architecture, Protocols and Standards
IoT and API Security
Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning
Compliance Assurance
Digital Identity Guidelines

CIMP Application Process

Upon receipt and approval of your application, you will receive an online payment voucher for the appropriate membership and/or certification amount. Upon receipt of your payment, your application will be processed and you will receive the study guide by email within one business day along with instructions for scheduling the final exam.

If you prefer to pay by check, pay for a group, or have additional questions, please visit the contact page for our mailing address or to contact us.

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Candidate Information

First Name*:
Middle Name:
Last Name*:
Email:*
Email must be the same as the one listed on the membership application. Note: If you are not an IMI member, please also submit a membership application.
Certification Purpose: Please describe why you intend to become a Certified Identity Management Professional (CIMP). How can the CIMP designation improve your career and your contributions to the industry?*

Pre-Qualification Points

Education
College or University:
Degree Earned:
Year of Graduation:
Years of Post-High School Education (10 points per year)
If you need to enter additional education information to receive point credits, you may submit the information in the section below:

Work Experience
Current Employer:
Your Job Title:
Years of experience (10 points per year)
Critical Risk Domains (CRD) experience by percentage (i.e., project management 10%, etc.):

Employer Address:
City:
State:
Zip Code:
Country:
If you need to enter additional employment information to receive point credits, you may submit the information in the section below:

Professional Certification (ie, CIST, CIAM)
Certification (10 points):
Year Certified:
Certificate Number:
Currently Active?

Certification (10 points):
Year Certified:
Certificate Number:
Currently Active?

If you need to enter additional certification information to receive point credits, you may submit the information in the section below:

Please enter your total Education, Experience and Certification Points (must be at least 60 points) =

Attestation

I certify that all information herein is true and complete to the best of my knowledge and belief. I authorize verification of this information and release all concerned from any liability in connection therewith. I hereby apply for the Certified Identity Management Professional (CIMP) designation and affirm that I have read and understand the qualifications for certification and membership. I agree to abide by the IMI’s rules, regulations, and code of ethics, and, to support the IMI's objectives and purpose.

I understand that providing false information in the IMI applications is sufficient grounds for denial of membership, denial of certification, or expulsion from the Identity Management Institute, when false or misleading information is discovered.

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Initials*:
Date*:
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Certified Identity Management Professional (CIMP)® Application for Certification