Cyberthreats are a growing challenge, costing billions and impacting everyone, from governments to small businesses. Are you ready to be part of the solution?

This course offers a comprehensive understanding of cybersecurity compliance principles, industry standards, regulations, and audit processes. You’ll explore essential topics such as governance, risk management, compliance, cybersecurity frameworks, and process management.

You’ll dive into IT service management, the NIST Risk Management Framework, and AI ethical considerations. The course also covers cybersecurity laws and regulations, including HIPAA, GDPR, and PCI DSS, from both US and global perspectives. Additionally, you’ll learn about audit processes using the COBIT framework and SOC reports, and explore key standards like OWASP, ISO, and IEEE, with practical guidance on applying them.

Over five self-paced modules, you’ll engage in interactive activities to apply your knowledge in real-world scenarios and complete a final project to demonstrate your skills and understanding.

Learning Outcomes

Understand the core concepts of cybersecurity, including governance, risk management, compliance, AI ethics, and the audit process.
Identify key cybersecurity laws and regulations at both national and international levels, and understand their impact on organizations.
Explore industry standards and their role in cybersecurity practices, with a focus on the COBIT framework and SOC reports.
Apply cybersecurity standards and best practices to reduce risks, strengthen security, and ensure compliance through effective audit processes.

Course Syllabus

Welcome

Video: Course Introduction (3:49)
General Information
Learning Objectives and Syllabus
Grading Scheme

Module 1: Introduction to Information Security and Compliance

Module Introduction and Learning Objectives
Video: Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC)
Video: Governance Components
Reading: GRC Tools
(Lab) Match Activity: Applying GRC Concepts
Video: NIST Cybersecurity Framework
Reading: Aligning to the NIST Cybersecurity Framework
Activity: Align to the NIST Cybersecurity Framework
Video: Elements of Effective Security Compliance
Video: Standardize Processes
Video: Automation and Orchestration
Video: Change Management
Reading: Asset Management
Module 1 Summary: Introduction to Information Security and Compliance
Module 1 Glossary: Introduction to Information Security and Compliance
Module 1 Graded Quiz: Introduction to Information Security and Compliance
Discussion Prompt: (Optional) CSF Implementation

Module 2: Foundations of IT Service Management and Risk Governance

Module Introduction and Learning Objectives
Video: Information Technology Infrastructure Library (ITIL) Overview
Video: Key ITIL Processes
Activity: Identify the ITIL Phases
Reading: ITIL Process Implementation
Video: Risk Management
Reading: Risk Analysis
(Lab) Matching: Accept, Transfer, Avoid, or Mitigate?
Video: Third-Party Risk Assessment and Management
Video: AI Ethics
Reading: EU AI Act
Video: How to Implement AI Ethics
Activity: Apply AI Ethics
Module 2 Summary: Foundations of IT Service Management and Risk Governance
Module 2 Glossary: Foundations of IT Service Management and Risk Governance
Module 2 Graded Quiz: Foundations of IT Service Management and Risk Governance
Discussion Prompt:(Optional) Foundations of IT Service Management and Risk Governance

Module 3: Understanding Cybersecurity Laws and Regulations

Module Introduction and Learning Objectives
Video: Overview of US Cybersecurity Laws and Regulations
Video: HIPAA Security Rule
Reading: HIPAA Cybersecurity Guidance
Activity: Apply HIPAA Guidelines
Reading: US Laws and Regulations Cheat Sheet
Video: Overview of Global Cybersecurity Laws and Regulations
Reading: Applying Global Cybersecurity Laws and Regulations
Activity: Apply global cybersecurity laws and regulations
Reading: Global Cybersecurity Laws and Regulations Cheat Sheet
Practice Quiz: Understanding Cybersecurity Laws and Regulations
Module 3 Summary: Understanding Cybersecurity Laws and Regulations
Module 3 Glossary: Understanding Cybersecurity Laws and Regulations
Module 3 Graded Quiz: Understanding Cybersecurity Laws and Regulations
Discussion Prompt: (Optional) Cybersecurity Laws

Module 4: Understanding Cybersecurity Standards and Audits

Module Introduction and Learning Objectives
Video: Industry Standards
Reading: OWASP Use Cases
Activity: Apply OWASP Standards
Video: NIST, ISO, and IEEE Overview
Reading: NIST Standards
Reading: ISO Standards
Reading: IEEE Standards
Video: Security Control Audits
Video: Performing a Security Audit
Video: ISACA Standards
Reading: COBIT
Video: SOC Reports
Practice Quiz: Understanding Cybersecurity Standards and Audits
Module 4 Summary: Understanding Cybersecurity Standards and Audits
Module 4 Glossary: Understanding Cybersecurity Standards and Audits
Module 4 Graded Quiz: Understanding Cybersecurity Standards and Audits
Discussion Prompt: (Optional) Conducting Security Audits

Module 5: Final Project

Module Introduction and Learning Objectives
Final Project Overview
Final Project Scenarios
Final Project

Course Wrap-Up

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Congratulations and Next Steps
Thanks from the Course Team
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Recommended Skills Prior to Taking this Course

Knowledge of cybersecurity and IT fundamentals.

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