Course Overview

CITO202: Cybersecurity Planning and Management is an advanced course offered by NGE Institute, designed to equip participants with the knowledge and skills necessary to develop and implement robust cybersecurity strategies within organizations. This course is tailored for IT professionals, security managers, and business leaders responsible for safeguarding digital assets and mitigating cyber threats effectively.

Course Description

In CITO202, participants will explore the principles and practices of cybersecurity planning and management, including risk assessment, security governance, compliance management, and incident response. The course will cover advanced topics such as security architecture design, security operations, and security metrics, providing insights into how these elements contribute to building a comprehensive cybersecurity program. Through a combination of theoretical lectures, case studies, and practical exercises, students will learn how to assess cybersecurity risks, develop security policies and procedures, implement security controls, and manage cybersecurity incidents efficiently.

Learning Outcomes

By the end of the course, participants will be able to:

• Conduct comprehensive cybersecurity risk assessments and develop risk mitigation strategies.
• Establish and maintain security governance frameworks to ensure effective security oversight and compliance.
• Develop and implement security policies, standards, and procedures aligned with organizational objectives and regulatory requirements.
• Design and implement security architectures that address the organization’s security needs and priorities.
• Establish security operations processes and procedures to monitor, detect, and respond to security incidents effectively.
• Define and measure security metrics to evaluate the effectiveness of cybersecurity controls and programs.
• Stay informed about emerging trends and best practices in cybersecurity management and adapt security strategies accordingly.