The ultimate destination for a security manager is the Chief Information Security Officer (or Chief Security Officer) a senior executive role responsible for all cybersecurity operations in the organization. But how do you get from entry-level IT or security employee to the CISO’s office and what do you need to know when you get there? This course examines the career path and requirements to be an effective CISO, as well as the roles and responsibilities of the position.
Implementing a Risk Management Framework
Implementing a Risk Management Framework
This course is part of Cybersecurity Risk Management Frameworks Specialization
Instructors: Michael Whitman, Ph.D., CISM, CISSP
Sponsored by Mojatu Foundation
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Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
Intermediate level
Some related experience required
18 hours to complete
3 weeks at 6 hours a week
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace
What you'll learn
Identify the career development and path of a Cybersecurity professional from entry-level to CISO
Define and describe the role and function of a CISO in planning for cybersecurity
Identify the development of a cybersecurity governance program and the role the CISO would play in it
Discuss the strategic responsibilities of the CISO in overseeing an organization’s cybersecurity program
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This course is part of the Cybersecurity Risk Management Frameworks Specialization
When you enroll in this course, you'll also be enrolled in this Specialization.
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There are 6 modules in this course
Learning objectives for the capstone project.
What's included
5 readings
Prepare and submit a case-based presentation to deliver the results of a proposal to implement a risk management framework suitable for the case organization.
What's included
1 reading1 peer review
Identify the information assets to be included in the risk management effort.
What's included
1 reading1 peer review
Identify threats to key information assets.
What's included
1 reading1 peer review
Perform risk analysis and prepare a report.
What's included
1 reading1 peer review
Justify a comprehensive risk management program for the case company.
What's included
1 reading1 peer review
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