PECB Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) – Training

Description

The Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) course is specially designed for Chief Information Security Officers (CISOs) wishing to acquire the knowledge, skills and strategies needed to effectively lead an information security programme. Its aim is to ensure that information and information assets are adequately protected in a complex and constantly changing digital environment.

Why take this course?

It is now essential for organisations to appoint a competent professional to manage information security issues. The role of the CISO has established itself as a key function, taking on responsibilities that were previously devolved to IT staff. This enables organisations to benefit from specialist supervision and an integrated approach to information protection.
By taking the PECB CISO course, you will develop the expertise needed to oversee information security, ensure the implementation of robust security measures, identify and mitigate risks, and design security strategies tailored to your organisation's specific needs. What's more, obtaining PECB CISO certification demonstrates your commitment to professional development and your ability to take on high levels of responsibility. It can also enhance your career prospects, position you as a leader in your field and help you to develop your skills. addition, obtaining PECB CISO certification demonstrates your commitment to professional development and your ability to take on high levels of responsibility. It can also enhance your career prospects, positioning you as an ideal candidate for senior positions in information security.
The PECB Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) course provides you with an in-depth understanding of the role of the CISO and the steps required to effectively manage security within an organisation. It covers topics such as security frameworks, risk assessment, regulatory compliance and governance. You will also have the opportunity to explore current security trends and best practices, as well as key technologies such as network security, application security and cloud security.

Area 1: Governance, Risk and Compliance

  • Development of an information security management programme.
  • Aligning the company's operational strategies with information systems governance.
  • Risk management.
  • Legal and regulatory framework for information systems governance.
  • Procedures to ensure compliance.

Area 2: Information Security Controls and Audit Management

  • Design, deployment and management of security controls.
  • Understanding the different types of security controls and their objectives.
  • Setting up assurance systems for controls.Managing audit processes.

Area 3: Security Programme Management and Operations

  • Actions required to establish an information systems security programme.
  • Estimating and controlling project costs and budgets.
  • Managing information systems project teams.
  • Conflict resolution and effective communication.
  • Monitoring programme performance.

Area 4: Information Security Core Competencies

  • Implementing access control.
  • Understanding attacks through social engineering, phishing and identity theft.
  • Physical security.
  • Business continuity planning and disaster recovery.
  • Firewall management and detection/prevention systems.
  • Identification of vulnerabilities and threats on wireless networks.
  • Protection against viruses and other IT threats.
  • Best practice in secure coding and Web API security.
  • Strengthening operating system security.
  • Encryption technologies.
  • Vulnerability assessment and penetration testing.
  • Development of a threat management programme.
  • Incident response and computer forensics.
  • Application security, virtualisation and cloud computing.
  • Emerging technologies.

Area 5: Strategic Planning, Finance, Purchasing and Third-Party Management

  • Strategies for security planning.
  • Aligning organisational objectives with risk tolerance.
  • Exploration of new security trends.
  • Definition of key performance indicators (KPI).
  • Safety-related financial planning.
  • Cost-benefit analysis for security initiatives.
  • Budget forecasting and financial anticipation.
  • Return on investment (ROI) and analysis of associated costs.
  • Effective sales force management within a security framework.
  • Integration of security requirements into contractual agreements and purchasing processes.

This course is aimed at the following groups

  • IT professionals with a good deal of experience in the field of information security who wish to deepen or validate their skills;
  • Information systems security managers or directors who wish to prepare for C|CISO (Certified Chief Information Security Officer) certification.

The main prerequisite for taking part in this course is a basic understanding of the principles and concepts of information security.

At the end of this course, participants will be able to:

  • Explain the fundamental principles and concepts of information security
  • Understand the roles and responsibilities of the CISO, the ethical considerations involved and address the challenges associated with this role
  • Design and develop an effective information security programme tailored to the needs of the organisation
  • Adopt the applicable frameworks, laws and regulations.
  • Communicate and implement effective policies to ensure information security compliance
  • Identify, analyse, assess and address information security risks using a systematic and effective approach.

Training Details

  • Reference : VIR-FCISO01
    Training location : Virtual Classroom
    Date :
    Duration : 5 Days
    Price : FCFA1,300,000

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