Professional training course
Auditing a Cybersecurity Programme
Course Introduction Today, security risks requiring audits are increasing dramatically. To prevent the data breaches that executives fear, a... The outline covers Introduction to Cybersecurity, Inventory Security Managem...
Classroom
15 sessionsOnline / Live
15 sessionsIntroduction
Course overview
Course Introduction
Today, security risks requiring audits are increasing dramatically. To prevent the data breaches that executives fear, auditors must be able to assess the effectiveness of a company's cybersecurity program.
This involves understanding the necessary controls, how to implement them, and how to evaluate their effectiveness.
Participants in this Auditing a Cybersecurity Programme training course will engage in various exercises designed to solidify their knowledge of creating and executing effective security solutions.
This Auditing a Cybersecurity Programme training course will equip them with the skills needed to perform cyber assessments, making them valuable assets to their organization's cyber defense team.
This training course will feature:
- Simulations of real cybersecurity program audits
- Tips for effective cybersecurity auditing
- Cyber risk assessments
- Threat analysis
- Case studies of cybersecurity breaches and their consequences
Training Objectives
By the end of this training course, delegates will be able to:
- Perform risk analysis of IT security breaches
- Get acquainted with ISO 27001 and COBIT5
- Acquire the knowledge of Information Security Management
- Understand the approach for incident response, Crisis Management and Disaster Recovery
Who should Attend?
This training course is suitable for many professionals but will greatly benefit:
- Auditors
- IT professionals who are interested in conducting cybersecurity audits, risk assessments, vulnerability and threat analysis or control self-assessments
Course content
Five focused days of learning and application
Day 1
Introduction to Cybersecurity
- Vulnerability assessment
- Threat analysis
- Cybersecurity risk assessment
- Cybersecurity program
- Cybersecurity risk auditing
Day 2
Inventory Security Management
- Inventory authorized and unauthorized devices
- Inventory authorized and unauthorized software
- Secure configurations
- Continuous vulnerability assessment and remediation
- Control use of administrative privileges
- Maintenance, monitoring and analysis of audit logs
Day 3
Network Security Management
- Email and web browser protection
- Malware defenses
- Security configurations for network devices
- Wireless access control
- Limitation and control of network ports, protocols and services
Day 4
Data Security Management
- Data protection
- Controlled data access based on need to know
- Data recovery capability
- Boundary defenses
- Account monitoring and control
- Security skills assessment and training
Day 5
Security Incident Management
- Application software security
- Cybersecurity Incidents
- Incident response management
- Penetration tests
- Red team exercises
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
What does Auditing a Cybersecurity Programme cover?
This course covers IT Management and Cyber Security through a structured five-day outline focused on practical application, discussion, and implementation planning.
When is the next available session?
The next scheduled session starts on 15 - 19 June 2026, with additional classroom dates and mirrored Online / Live options listed in the course schedules section.
Who should attend this course?
This programme is designed for professionals responsible for strategy, operations, transformation, or delivery leadership.
How can I register for a session?
Use any Register button next to the available course dates to open the participant registration page and submit your booking request for the selected session.
Is this course available online as well as classroom-based?
Yes. The course detail page includes both classroom sessions and Online / Live sessions, with online options aligned to the same course dates for easier planning.
Where are classroom sessions delivered?
Current classroom venues include Barcelona, London, Munich, Paris, Frankfurt, Istanbul, Vienna.
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