Chief Information Security Officer (CISO)

The PECB Chief Information Security Officer training course develops a comprehensive understanding of the role of a CISO and the steps involved in managing information security within an organization: security frameworks, risk assessment, regulatory compliance, governance, emerging security trends, and essential technologies such as network, application, and cloud security.

Who should attend?

• Professionals actively involved in information security management
• IT managers responsible for overseeing information security programs
• Security professionals aspiring to leadership roles
• Experienced CISOs and executives involved in information security decisions

Course agenda

• Day 1 — Fundamentals of information security and the role of a CISO
• Day 2 — Information security compliance program, risk management, and security architecture and design
• Day 3 — Security controls, incident management, and change management
• Day 4 — Information security awareness, monitoring and measurement, and continual improvement
• Day 5 — Certification exam

Learning objectives

• Explain the fundamental principles and concepts of information security
• Comprehend the roles, responsibilities, and ethical considerations of the CISO
• Design and develop an information security program tailored to the organization
• Identify, analyze, evaluate, and treat information security risks

Examination

Exam duration: 3 hours.

General information

• More than 450 pages of training materials, including practical examples, exercises and quizzes.
• An attestation of course completion worth 31 CPD (Continuing Professional Development) credits.

Languages: available in English and French. For another language, send us a request and we will check availability.