The key objective of the course is for each participant to be able to leave the course with a very solid understanding and appreciation of the fundamentals of Cyber Security:
- Cyber Security Concepts
- Risk Management
- Security Architecture
- Implementing security in networks, endpoint systems, applications and data
- Cryptography
- Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery Planning
- Incident Response
One of the special features of this course is its mix of theory and practical exercises, all designed to maximise understanding and retention. Strong use is made of a case study. Participants are provided with sample Word and Excel templates for use. Exercises include:
- Develop an asset register
- Identify threats and determine risks, and make recommendations
- Create a data classification scheme and use this for managing risks with cloud solutions
- Identify and discuss the advantages and disadvantages of different encryption technologies
- List and prioritise business-critical operations for business continuity
- Identify and discuss various approaches to security assurance
- Identify risk remediation strategies and include in a brief management report