Overview
During this course, participants will explore the current threat landscape, review risk assessment approaches, and develop effective cybersecurity strategies that align with your business objectives.
The training will begin with an introduction to the importance of cybersecurity and the critical role that you as an executive will play in safeguarding your company’s assets and reputation.
This course includes hands-on activities, and can be delivered in English, French or Arabic.
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$2450 (USD)
Standard Delivery: 8 hours of instruction over 0.5 days
GSA: $2340 USD
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Full Course Details
1. Introduction to Cybersecurity
1.1. Understanding Cybersecurity
o Definition and importance of cybersecurity in today's business landscape
o The role of cybersecurity in protecting company assets and reputation
1.2. Executive Responsibilities in Cybersecurity
o The importance of leadership in cybersecurity
o Legal and regulatory obligations for executives
2. The Current Threat Landscape
2.1. Overview of Cyber Threats
o Types of cyber threats (malware, phishing, ransomware, insider threats)
o Emerging threats and trends in cybercrime
2.2. Case Studies
o High-profile cyberattacks and their impact on businesses
o Lessons learned from recent breaches
3. Risk Management and Cybersecurity Strategy
3.1. Identifying and Assessing Cyber Risks
o How to identify and assess risks to the organization
o The role of risk management in cybersecurity
3.2. Developing a Cybersecurity Strategy
o Key components of an effective cybersecurity strategy
o Aligning your cybersecurity strategy with business objectives
4. Cybersecurity Governance and Compliance
4.1. Governance Frameworks
o Implementing proven frameworks
o Overview of governance frameworks (NIST, ISO 27001, COBIT)
o Executive-level support of the cybersecurity process
4.2. Regulatory Compliance
o Overview of relevant regulations (GDPR, CCPA, HIPAA, etc.)
o Ensuring compliance and avoiding legal pitfalls
5. Building a Cybersecurity Culture
5.1. Fostering Cybersecurity Awareness
o The importance of a security-conscious culture
o Strategies for promoting cybersecurity awareness among employees and contractors
5.2. Training and Education
o Executive role in ensuring ongoing cybersecurity education
o Best practices for training programs and simulations
o Training as a countermeasure for insider threats
6. Incident Response and Crisis Management
6.1. Incident Response Planning
o Developing an incident response plan
o Roles and responsibilities before and during a cybersecurity incident
6.2. Crisis Management
o Communication strategies during a cyber crisis
o Handling public relations and maintaining trust
7. Cybersecurity Investment and Budgeting
7.1. Evaluating Cybersecurity Investments
o Overview of the cybersecurity tools landscape
o Assessing ROI for cybersecurity tools and services
o Prioritizing cybersecurity spending based on risk
7.2. Budgeting for Cybersecurity
o Allocating resources effectively for cybersecurity
o Justifying cybersecurity budgets to stakeholders
8. The Future of Cybersecurity
8.1. Emerging Technologies and Threats
o The impact of AI, IoT, and quantum computing on cybersecurity
o Preparing for future challenges
8.2. The Evolving Role of Executives
o How the executive role in cybersecurity is changing
o Continuous learning and adaptation in cybersecurity leadership
This course is adapted to executives and team managers with no specific prerequisites.
Executives will leave the course with a concrete plan tailored to their company’s specific needs, created through lab exercises with the instructor, that can be used as a starting point for cybersecurity implementation.
During this course, participants will explore the current threat landscape, review risk assessment approaches, and develop effective cybersecurity strategies that align with your business objectives.