Introduction
This comprehensive training course provides professionals with the essential knowledge and practical skills to manage cybersecurity governance, risk management, and compliance (GRC) frameworks. It is designed to help participants implement industry-aligned security programs based on leading standards such as ISO 27001, NIST, GDPR, and COBIT. Through a balanced mix of theory, real-world examples, and simulations, attendees will be prepared to build sustainable cybersecurity governance strategies, manage risks proactively, and ensure legal and regulatory compliance across their organizations.
Course Objectives
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
- Understand the core principles of cybersecurity governance, risk, and compliance.
- Apply national and international legal and regulatory requirements to information security.
- Design and implement an effective and integrated GRC framework.
- Perform risk analysis and build appropriate mitigation strategies.
- Improve cybersecurity maturity through ongoing monitoring, reporting, and audit readiness.
Course Outlines
Day 1 – Cybersecurity Governance Foundations
- Introduction to cybersecurity, GRC, and its strategic importance.
- Overview of key cybersecurity frameworks: NIST, ISO 27001, COBIT.
- Defining roles, responsibilities, and accountability within GRC structures.
- Developing organizational cybersecurity strategies and policies.
- Integrating GRC with enterprise IT governance.
Day 2 – Risk Management Principles
- Understanding the cybersecurity risk management lifecycle.
- Techniques for identifying and assessing cyber risks.
- Selecting appropriate risk treatment and mitigation options.
- Comparing quantitative vs. qualitative risk assessments.
- Using risk registers and visual dashboards for ongoing tracking.
Day 3 – Compliance and Legal Aspects
- Overview of global regulatory standards: GDPR, HIPAA, SOX.
- Legal and ethical issues in cybersecurity and data protection.
- Preparing for and managing compliance audits.
- Privacy regulations and data handling obligations.
- Aligning compliance with corporate strategy and operations.
Day 4 – Operationalizing GRC
- Building and maintaining a cybersecurity GRC program.
- Automating compliance and risk workflows using GRC tools.
- Planning for incident response and managing cyber crises.
- Integrating GRC with business continuity and disaster recovery.
- Communicating GRC status and risks to executives and boards.
Day 5 – Case Studies, Assessment & Roadmap
- Reviewing real-world cybersecurity GRC implementations.
- Conducting a simulated risk assessment and control mapping.
- Group workshop: designing a tailored GRC framework.
- Knowledge check and optional certification exam.
- Creating a personal or organizational GRC roadmap.
Why Attend This Course: Wins & Losses!
- Master the foundations of governance, risk, and compliance in cybersecurity.
- Apply industry-recognized frameworks like ISO 27001 and NIST with confidence.
- Enhance regulatory compliance and avoid costly legal penalties.
- Proactively identify, assess, and mitigate security risks.
- Communicate effectively with leadership about cybersecurity performance and risk.
Conclusion
This course is a vital investment for professionals in cybersecurity, audit, compliance, and IT risk management. It equips participants with a strong foundation in GRC strategy, tools, and execution.
By the end of the program, attendees will be capable of leading secure and compliant digital environments that support business continuity, regulatory confidence, and long-term resilience.
