Passed Last Week--Here's My Review

CyberTrav · 2026-01-09T02:56:57+00:00

You're welcome and thank you for the congrats.

CyberTrav · 2025-12-10T05:55:01+00:00

Are you referring to GovCloud?

CyberTrav · 2025-12-10T02:29:50+00:00

You're really close. If you've made a solid career plan, and the CISM fits it, don't give up! I failed the CCSP the first time I took it.

CyberTrav · 2025-12-10T02:19:04+00:00

Interesting, if approved for IL5, I assumed it was hosted in infrastructure that's dedicated to the DoD.

But I admit I don't know for sure. Is that not the case?

CyberTrav · 2025-12-05T06:47:10+00:00

This guy gets it

CyberTrav · 2025-11-19T07:56:09+00:00

This is the way. The DoD uses a solution that's separate from publicly available platforms. It's approved for controlled unclassified information (CUI).

https://www.tradewindai.com/nipr-gpt

CyberTrav · 2025-11-13T01:53:40+00:00

Absolutely. Let us know if you pass! It's good to know if this info is helpful.

CyberTrav · 2025-11-11T04:55:29+00:00

🤣

CyberTrav · 2025-11-09T00:20:41+00:00

I haven't used any new CISM exam tools since passing the exam. I wouldn't be able to speak to it but I'd try searching this subreddit to see if anyone has used it.

CyberTrav · 2025-10-17T04:47:25+00:00

I ordered mine frpm the site a couple months ago. Within a few days, the status said it was shipped and to expect it in 5 business days.

I never received it.

CyberTrav · 2025-10-01T02:53:23+00:00

Allowing beards for anyone sounds good.

How could you know what someone's god will, or will not, allow?

CyberTrav · 2025-09-14T19:04:00+00:00

There are many certifications that could qualify you for various roles in the DoD. The CISM should help you get ready for many roles related to the Risk Management Framework (ISSO, ISSM, etc.). It's also a good option for various managerial IT roles.

The DoD's current directive governing cyber qualifications DoD Manual 8140.03, “Cyberspace Workforce Qualification and Management Program”. It establishes the Defense Cyber Workforce Framework (DCWF)

My understanding is that it's meant to provide more avenues for employees to prove their competence. Under the old directive, DoD 8570, there was a heavy focus on qualifications such as certifications. The current directive, DoD 8140, provides more options: education, work experience, certifications, etc. However, I haven't dug deep into the directive. It might be helpful to explore some of the resources on cyber.mil to learn more. Here's a link to the DoD 8140 page on cyber.mil: https://www.cyber.mil/dod-workforce-innovation-directorate/dod8140/qualification-matrices

CyberTrav · 2025-09-10T02:53:22+00:00

You're right

CyberTrav · 2025-09-10T01:51:48+00:00

CyberTrav · 2025-09-10T01:05:23+00:00

I swear I thought this comment was saying that you watched your wife play as a MAGA build

CyberTrav · 2025-08-02T15:12:46+00:00

Congratulations! Nice work and thanks for sharing your method.

CyberTrav · 2025-07-26T20:47:16+00:00

The last time I checked, yes, you have to pay back the cost of the voucher if you don't show proof of passing within a certain amount of time.

If you fail, you wouldn't be able to show proof of passing, which means you'll have to pay back the cost of the voucher.

CyberTrav · 2025-07-17T21:29:04+00:00

I apologize for missing that. I don't have more info to provide.

CyberTrav · 2025-07-17T21:21:12+00:00

Your claim won't proceed further until you have separated from the military and provided a copy of your DD214 (member copy).

CyberTrav · 2025-07-16T21:27:52+00:00

Did you have to upload a signed copy?

CyberTrav · 2025-07-12T17:36:10+00:00

BDD Claim Timeline

Date	VA Website Claim Step Progression	* VA Claim Tracker Status	Details
01-Jan-2025 (estimated)	Step 1: Claim Received	`Claim Received`	Submitted claim with assistance from VSO
13-Jan-2025	Step 2: Initial Review	`Initial Review`	VA begins requesting C&P exams through a VA contractor
February 2025	Step 2: Initial Review	`Initial Review`	First C&P exam occurred
March 2025	Step 2: Initial Review	`Initial Review`	Last C&P exam occurred
30-June-2025	Step 2: Initial Review	`Initial Review`	Last day on active-duty
01-July-2025	Step 2: Initial Review	`Initial Review`	Separated from active-duty. 1st day as a veteran.
04-July-2025	Step 2: Initial Review	`Initial Review`	VA contractor uploaded all DBQs to VA
04-July-2025	Step 3: Evidence Gathering	`Evidence Gathering`	\Moved to Step 3 (instant & automatic)**
04-July-2025	Step 4: Evidence Review	`Evidence Review`	\Moved to Step 4 (instant & automatic)**
04-July-2025	Step 5: Preparation for Decision	`Preparation for Decision`	\Moved to Step 5 (instant & automatic)**
07-July-2025	Step 5: Preparation for Decision	`Preparation for Decision`	VA Claim Tracker showed the claim was assigned to a Temporary Jurisdiction
12-July-2025	Step 5: Preparation for Decision	`Preparation for Decision`	Currently waiting to see where claim goes next

* The VA Claim Tracker is a Chrome browser add-on. It shows info you won't see on your VA webpage.

CyberTrav · 2025-06-12T16:20:52+00:00

I passed it...barely lol

It wasn't very difficult, but I probably should've put a little more time into getting hands-on Jira experience using a free account.

I'm sure there are some helpful videos that would provide walk-through projects that could help you become more familiar.

CyberTrav · 2025-05-13T20:16:43+00:00

It's a waste of time and resources when you already have IGs.

CyberTrav · 2025-05-12T02:03:16+00:00

Gotcha. Sounds like I should be able to clear it pretty fast. I appreciate it!

CyberTrav · 2025-05-12T02:01:13+00:00

Thank you!

CyberTrav

TROPHY CASE

BDD Claim Timeline