does CIS HR have prerequisite to complete CIS DF

[klavan32]

Hi All,

I would like to take CIS HR next month but i havent completed CIS Data foundation.

So, can i complete CIS HR first then take CIS data foundation in next few months?

[Dr Atul G- LNG]

No, data Foundation not a pre requisite for HRSD.

Only these certs need DF first

• Why the CIS – Data Foundations (CMDB and CSDM) exam is a prerequisite for select certification

Why the CIS – Data Foundations (CMDB and CSDM) exam is a 

• The prerequisite of having the Certified Implementation Specialist - Data Foundations (CMDB and CSDM) (CIS-DF (CMDB and CSDM) certification before taking any of the following exams, is temporarily suspended through January 31, 2026, allowing users already pursuing implementation specialist certifications to complete their journeys without delay.
  • Certified Implementation Specialist - Discovery
  • Certified Implementation Specialist - Hardware Asset Management
  • Certified Implementation Specialist - IT Service Management
  • Certified Implementation Specialist - Security Incidence Response
  • Certified Implementation Specialist - Service Mapping
  • Certified Implementation Specialist - Software Asset Management
  • Certified Implementation Specialist - Vulnerability Response

[Ajay_Chavan]

No, CIS HR does NOT require CIS Data Foundations as a prerequisite.
7 CIS Certifications that REQUIRE CIS-DF:

CIS-HAM (Hardware Asset Management)
CIS-DISCO (Discovery)
CIS-ITSM (IT Service Management)
CIS-SM (Service Mapping)
CIS-SIR (Security Incident Response)
CIS-SAM (Software Asset Management)
CIS-VR (Vulnerability Response)

CIS HR is not on this list - you can complete it without CIS-DF.
Key Info:

Effective Date: November 18, 2024
Deadline (if already certified in above 7): December 31, 2026
Free Exam Period: December 15, 2025 - June 30, 2026 (first attempt)

Official Resources:

ServiceNow KB: https://learning.servicenow.com/lxp/en/credentials/why-the-cis-data-foundations-cmdb-and-csdm-exam-a...

Community Discussion: https://www.servicenow.com/community/developer-forum/is-cis-data-foundations-cmdb-and-csdm-is-mandat...

You're good to proceed with CIS HR first.

[AndersBGS]

Hi @klavan32 ,

no, but no matter what I would recommend it as this is basic data foundation.

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