Course Description:
This course provides a comprehensive framework for cybersecurity leaders to develop, implement, and manage effective cybersecurity programs. It emphasizes a strategic approach, focusing on mindset, prioritization, team building, program development, and continuous improvement.
Target Audience:
- Cybersecurity Managers
- CISOs
- Security Directors
- IT Managers
- Other professionals responsible for leading and managing cybersecurity functions
Course Duration:
- 5 Days
Course Outline
Day 1: Developing the Security Mindset
Module 1: Understanding the Security Mindset (Morning)
- Importance of a proactive security posture
- Thinking like an adversary: threat modeling fundamentals
- Risk tolerance and acceptance: making informed decisions
- Integrating security into organizational culture
- Communicating the value of security to stakeholders
Module 2: Leadership Principles for Cybersecurity (Afternoon)
- Core leadership skills for cybersecurity leaders
- Ethical considerations in cybersecurity
- Decision-making in high-pressure situations
- Building trust and credibility with your team and stakeholders
- Change management: leading security transformations
Day 2: Define the Priorities
Module 3: Cybersecurity Risk Management (Morning)
- Identifying and assessing cybersecurity risks
- Risk assessment methodologies (e.g., NIST, ISO 27005)
- Prioritizing risks based on business impact
- Developing risk mitigation strategies
- Risk reporting and communication
Module 4: Establishing Cybersecurity Priorities (Afternoon)
- Aligning security goals with business objectives
- Developing a cybersecurity strategy
- Setting priorities based on risk and business needs
- Resource allocation and budget planning
- Defining key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics
Day 3: Building the Team
Module 5: Building a High-Performing Security Team (Morning)
- Cybersecurity roles and responsibilities
- Talent acquisition and retention strategies
- Team structures and organizational design
- Fostering collaboration and communication
- Building a security-aware culture within the team
Module 6: Developing and Empowering Your Team (Afternoon)
- Training and professional development
- Mentoring and coaching
- Performance management and feedback
- Delegation and empowerment
- Motivating and retaining cybersecurity professionals
Day 4: Develop the Program
Module 7: Designing a Cybersecurity Program (Morning)
- Cybersecurity frameworks and standards (e.g., NIST CSF, ISO 27001)
- Developing security policies, standards, and procedures
- Implementing security controls and technologies
- Security architecture and design
- Integrating security into the System Development Life Cycle (SDLC)
Module 8: Implementing a Cybersecurity Program (Afternoon)
- Project management for security initiatives
- Change management and communication
- Vendor management and third-party risk
- Security awareness and training
- Incident response planning and preparation
Day 5: Operate and Refine
Module 9: Operating a Cybersecurity Program (Morning)
- Security Operations Center (SOC) management
- Incident detection and response
- Vulnerability management
- Security monitoring and logging
- Business continuity and disaster recovery
Module 10: Refining the Program (Afternoon)
- Continuous improvement and optimization
- Security audits and assessments
- Measuring and reporting on program effectiveness
- Adapting to the changing threat landscape
- Emerging trends in cybersecurity leadership