Introduction to Cybersecurity Governance: The course provides an overview of the governance structures, policies, and frameworks that guide cybersecurity practices within organizations and across industries. Students learn about the roles and responsibilities of key stakeholders in cybersecurity governance.
Regulatory Compliance: Students explore regulatory requirements and compliance frameworks relevant to cybersecurity, such as GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation), HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act), PCI DSS (Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard), and SOX (Sarbanes-Oxley Act). They learn how organizations can ensure compliance with these regulations and standards.
International Standards: The course covers international cybersecurity standards and frameworks developed by organizations such as ISO (International Organization for Standardization) and NIST (National Institute of Standards and Technology). Students learn about standards such as ISO/IEC 27001 (Information Security Management System) and NIST Cybersecurity Framework and their implementation in organizational contexts.
Security Policies and Procedures: Students learn about the development, implementation, and enforcement of security policies and procedures within organizations. They explore the components of effective security policies, including acceptable use policies, password policies, data classification policies, and incident response plans.
Risk Management: The course covers principles and practices of cybersecurity risk management, including risk assessment, risk mitigation, and risk treatment strategies. Students learn how to identify, analyze, and prioritize cybersecurity risks and develop risk management plans aligned with organizational objectives.