Classroom
18 sessionsOnline / Live
18 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
Complete course outline
Five focused days of learning and application
The timings provided are estimates and may vary depending on the number of participants and the discussions taking place during the sessions. They are indicative only and do not constitute a binding commitment.
Day 1
Introduction to Cybersecurity
- Vulnerability assessment
- Threat analysis
- Cybersecurity risk assessment
- Coffee break
- Cybersecurity risk assessment (continued)
- Cybersecurity program
- Cybersecurity risk auditing
Day 2
Inventory Security Management
- Inventory authorized and unauthorized devices
- Inventory authorized and unauthorized software
- Secure configurations
- Coffee break
- Secure configurations (continued)
- 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
- Coffee break
- Security configurations for network devices (continued)
- 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
- Coffee break
- Data recovery capability (continued)
- Boundary defenses
- Account monitoring and control
- Security skills assessment and training
Day 5
Security Incident Management
- Application software security
- Cybersecurity Incidents
- Coffee break
- Cybersecurity Incidents (continued)
- Incident response management
- Penetration tests
- Red team exercises
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
What does Auditing a Cybersecurity Programme cover?
This course covers Digital Innovation and Transformation 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 12 - 16 October 2026. See the course schedules section for the available dates and delivery formats.
Who should attend this course?
This programme is designed for professionals responsible for strategy, operations, transformation, or delivery leadership.
Is bilingual course delivery available?
Yes. All course materials and presentations are provided in English, while bilingual explanation and discussion support may be available depending on the selected location and trainer availability. For example, when attending a course in Istanbul, you may request a Turkish-speaking trainer to explain the English course content in Turkish. Arabic explanation support may also be requested at this location. Other languages are available in selected cities. You can choose your preferred language support as an optional preference during registration.
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?
Check the course schedules section for currently published classroom and Online / Live sessions.
Where are classroom sessions delivered?
Current classroom venues include Paris, Frankfurt, Barcelona, London, Munich, Istanbul, Cape Town.
How long is the training programme?
The programme runs for five days, with up to five training hours per day, from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM. Each programme includes a total of 25 training hours.
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