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In diesem Kurs gibt es 5 Module
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Cyber security is no longer just a technical challenge, it's a boardroom responsibility.
This course is designed for senior professionals, managers, and rising cyber leaders who need more than technical knowledge. You'll develop the strategic foresight, governance capability, and decisive leadership required to protect your organisation at the highest level.
Think of it as your executive playbook for navigating the complexities of modern cyber security management from setting strategy to leading through a live crisis.
A foundational understanding of cyber security concepts and business operations is recommended.
This module covers how to design and assess a cybersecurity strategy aligned with business goals and critical asset protection. You will learn core principles such as the CIA Triad, along with key concepts including risks, threats, and vulnerabilities in today’s cyber landscape. It explores how to evaluate threat environments, define cyber risk tolerance, and benchmark maturity using frameworks like NIST, ISO 27001, and CIS Controls. The module also examines how to embed cybersecurity into enterprise strategy and culture as a strategic enabler. By the end, learners will be able to develop a tailored cybersecurity strategy, assess cyber maturity, and align security decisions with organisational priorities.
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1 Video1 Aufgabe10 Plug-ins
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1 Video•Insgesamt 1 Minute
Module 1: Introduction Video •1 Minute
1 Aufgabe•Insgesamt 15 Minuten
End of module quiz•15 Minuten
10 Plug-ins•Insgesamt 106 Minuten
Overview•5 Minuten
Introduction•5 Minuten
The CIA Triad•15 Minuten
Key frameworks and terminology•15 Minuten
Risks, threats and vulnerabilities•15 Minuten
Introduction to cyber security strategy•15 Minuten
Cyber security and business strategy alignment•15 Minuten
Career inspiration•15 Minuten
Summary•5 Minuten
References•1 Minute
Cyber Risk Preparation
Modul 2•4 Stunden abzuschließen
Moduldetails
This module covers cyber security governance, emphasizing executive oversight and accountability for managing cyber risk. You will learn key governance models, including the Three Lines of Defence, and examine senior management responsibilities. Explore global frameworks like NIST CSF, NIST SP 800-53, and CIS Controls to define and evaluate cyber programs. By the end, you will demonstrate how governance guides risk management and embeds cyber security as an organizational responsibility. Focus on framework application for success.
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1 Video1 Aufgabe14 Plug-ins
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1 Video•Insgesamt 1 Minute
Module 2: Introduction Video •1 Minute
1 Aufgabe•Insgesamt 15 Minuten
End of module quiz•15 Minuten
14 Plug-ins•Insgesamt 171 Minuten
Overview•5 Minuten
Introduction•10 Minuten
Why is a cyber security framework important?•15 Minuten
Risk management framework•15 Minuten
Introduction to program frameworks•15 Minuten
NIST cyber security framework (CSF)•15 Minuten
Control objectives•15 Minuten
NIST SP 800-53 overview•15 Minuten
NIST SP 800-53 control categories•15 Minuten
The Center for Internet Security (CIS) framework•15 Minuten
This module focuses on leading cyber risk management, balancing security controls with business priorities. Building on governance, you will explore cyber risk concepts like threat modeling, asset classification, and risk tolerance. Learn structured risk assessment processes to identify vulnerabilities, assess impact, and prioritize mitigation. Understand how risk management cascades from policy to operations, reinforcing the Three Lines of Defence model. By the end, you will contribute to cyber risk discussions and embed risk-informed thinking into cyber strategy. For success, apply risk assessment methods to real scenarios.
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1 Video1 Aufgabe9 Plug-ins
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1 Video•Insgesamt 1 Minute
Module 3: Introduction Video •1 Minute
1 Aufgabe•Insgesamt 15 Minuten
End of module summary•15 Minuten
9 Plug-ins•Insgesamt 86 Minuten
Overview•5 Minuten
Introduction•5 Minuten
Elements of cyber corporate governance•15 Minuten
Structure of cyber security governance•15 Minuten
Senior executives and cyber security•15 Minuten
The Three Lines of Defence model (3LOD)•15 Minuten
Industry interveiw•10 Minuten
Summary•5 Minuten
References•1 Minute
Containment, Eradication and Recovery
Modul 4•2 Stunden abzuschließen
Moduldetails
This module focuses on quantifying cyber risks for evidence-based decision-making. You will learn to prioritize investments and remediation by exploring qualitative and quantitative assessment models, including FAIR and NIST frameworks. Understand how to calculate risk likelihood, impact, and exposure in financial and operational terms. By the end, you will assess organizational risk posture, compare data-driven remediation options, and communicate cyber risk in terms that resonate with stakeholders from executives to regulators. Practice applying quantification models to gain confidence.
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1 Video1 Aufgabe11 Plug-ins
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1 Video•Insgesamt 1 Minute
Module 4: Introduction Video •1 Minute
1 Aufgabe•Insgesamt 15 Minuten
End of module quiz•15 Minuten
11 Plug-ins•Insgesamt 121 Minuten
Overview•5 Minuten
Introduction•5 Minuten
Risk management concepts•15 Minuten
Types of risk assessment•15 Minuten
Qualitative risk assessments•15 Minuten
Quantitative risk assessments•15 Minuten
Responding to risks•15 Minuten
Control selection and implementation•15 Minuten
Risk maturity modelling•15 Minuten
Summary•5 Minuten
References•1 Minute
Cybersecurity Attacks
Modul 5•3 Stunden abzuschließen
Moduldetails
This module prepares senior leaders to manage cyber crises with confidence. You will explore cyber attack evolution, real-world case studies, and the cyber kill chain. Focus on the senior management role in preparation and response, including time-critical decision-making and stakeholder communication. Understand how cyber resilience is a leadership responsibility, integrating risk management and strategic foresight. By the end, you will develop leadership-aligned response strategies and build a resilient organizational culture. To maximize learning, consider current organizational incident response plans.
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1 Video1 Lektüre1 Aufgabe10 Plug-ins
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1 Video•Insgesamt 1 Minute
Module 5: Introduction Video •1 Minute
1 Lektüre•Insgesamt 5 Minuten
Congratulations and next steps•5 Minuten
1 Aufgabe•Insgesamt 15 Minuten
End of module quiz•15 Minuten
10 Plug-ins•Insgesamt 106 Minuten
Overview•5 Minuten
Introduction•5 Minuten
The evolution of cyber attacks•15 Minuten
The cyber risk landscape•15 Minuten
Understanding the internal user•15 Minuten
Motivation of attackers•15 Minuten
Cyber kill chain•15 Minuten
The responsibility of senior management•15 Minuten
Summary•5 Minuten
References•1 Minute
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Cyber risk management involves identifying, assessing, and mitigating cyber threats to protect business assets. This course covers strategies for effective cyber risk management and compliance.
How does cyber governance support business strategy?
Cyber governance aligns security practices with business goals, ensuring leadership oversight and accountability. This course teaches how to integrate governance frameworks for strategic security.
What compliance frameworks are covered?
This course covers key compliance frameworks like NIST, CIS, and ISO 27001. You will learn to apply these for cyber security assessment and policy development.
What leadership skills will I gain for cyber security?
You will gain leadership skills to manage cyber incidents, communicate risks to executives, and build a resilient security culture. This includes strategic decision-making and threat management.
When will I have access to the lectures and assignments?
To access the course materials, assignments and to earn a Certificate, you will need to purchase the Certificate experience when you enroll in a course. You can try a Free Trial instead, or apply for Financial Aid. The course may offer 'Full Course, No Certificate' instead. This option lets you see all course materials, submit required assessments, and get a final grade. This also means that you will not be able to purchase a Certificate experience.
What will I get if I subscribe to this Specialization?
When you enroll in the course, you get access to all of the courses in the Specialization, and you earn a certificate when you complete the work. Your electronic Certificate will be added to your Accomplishments page - from there, you can print your Certificate or add it to your LinkedIn profile.
Is financial aid available?
Yes. In select learning programs, you can apply for financial aid or a scholarship if you can’t afford the enrollment fee. If fin aid or scholarship is available for your learning program selection, you’ll find a link to apply on the description page.