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Quality Management, Governance and Auditing

Governance of IT and Cybersecurity Risk Controls

5 units

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About this program

In today’s technology-driven environment, IT governance and cybersecurity risk management play a vital role in ensuring organizational resilience. This training course on IT Governance and Cybersecurity Risk Management equips participants with the expertise to establish governance frameworks that align IT operations with corporate objectives, comply with regulatory requirements, and defend against cyber threats.
Through analysis of practical case studies and hands-on exercises, attendees will gain the skills to implement IT governance frameworks such as COBIT and ISO/IEC 27001, evaluate cybersecurity risks, and adapt to emerging threats. The course highlights the importance of accountability, risk reduction, and fostering a culture of cyber resilience.
Upon completion, participants will be capable of integrating IT governance practices with cybersecurity risk management to protect organizational assets and maintain business continuity.

Course benefits

  • Gain a comprehensive understanding of IT governance frameworks and industry best practices.
  • Enhance organizational resilience to cyber threats and security vulnerabilities.
  • Improve synchronization between IT strategies and overall business goals.
  • Ensure better compliance with applicable security and privacy regulations.
  • Develop strong incident response and recovery mechanisms.

Key outcomes

  • Examine core IT governance principles and frameworks like COBIT and ISO/IEC 27001.
  • Conduct assessments of IT and cybersecurity risks across enterprise environments.
  • Create policies and procedures to support governance and regulatory compliance.
  • Formulate risk mitigation plans and effective incident response approaches.
  • Strengthen safeguards for data protection, privacy, and regulatory adherence.
  • Promote a cybersecurity-aware culture emphasizing responsibility and accountability.
  • Integrate IT governance processes with broader enterprise risk management (ERM) initiatives.

Who should attend

  • IT managers and cybersecurity specialists.
  • Risk management and compliance professionals.
  • Chief Information Officers (CIOs), Chief Information Security Officers (CISOs), and other technology executives.
  • Auditors and professionals involved in governance.

Course outline

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Unit 1: Fundamentals of IT Governance and Cybersecurity

  • The significance of IT governance within organizations.
  • Overview of the cybersecurity threat environment.
  • Aligning IT strategies with business goals.
  • Analysis of governance achievements and challenges through case studies.
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Unit 2: Frameworks and Standards in IT Governance

  • Introduction to COBIT and ISO/IEC 27001.
  • Defining governance roles and responsibilities.
  • Development of policies, procedures, and accountability measures.
  • Harmonizing IT governance with overall enterprise governance.
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Unit 3: Managing and Assessing Cybersecurity Risks

  • Detection of cyber threats and system vulnerabilities.
  • Approaches to risk assessment.
  • Risk prioritization and mitigation strategies.
  • Ongoing monitoring and continuous enhancement.
4

Unit 4: Incident Handling and Regulatory Compliance

  • Establishing incident response protocols.
  • Ensuring compliance with regulations (GDPR, HIPAA, etc.).
  • Planning for business continuity and disaster recovery.
  • Review of significant cybersecurity incident case studies.
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Unit 5: Cultivating Cyber Resilience Culture

  • Integrating cybersecurity awareness across organizations.
  • Conducting training and engaging stakeholders.
  • Connecting IT governance with enterprise risk management.
  • Exploring emerging trends in IT governance and cybersecurity.