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NIST CSF v 2.0 Foundation
Course Description
The NIST Cybersecurity Framework (CSF) 2.0 Foundation course is designed to provide participants with a comprehensive understanding of the NIST CSF 2.0, a globally recognized framework for managing and reducing cybersecurity risks. This course is suitable for IT managers, cybersecurity professionals, risk management officers, IT consultants, compliance officers, and security analysts aiming to enhance their organization’s cybersecurity posture.
Key Learning Objectives
- Introduction to NIST CSF 2.0: Understand the evolution, significance, and components of the NIST Cybersecurity Framework, including the updates introduced in version 2.0.
- Core Functions: Gain insights into the six core functions of the framework—Identify, Protect, Detect, Respond, Recover, and Govern—and how they collectively contribute to a robust cybersecurity strategy
- Categories and Subcategories: Explore the detailed Categories and Subcategories within the framework and learn how they align with organizational activities to manage cybersecurity risks effectively.
The Training program helps learners to understand:
- Core components & structure of the framework
- Cybersecurity concepts
- CSF Core Functions
- CSF Core Categories
- CSF Core Implementation Examples
- CSF Organizational Profiles & Tiers
- Integration of NIST CSF v 2.0 with SP 800 – 30, 37 & 53 Risk Management Framework
Course Outline
PART 1 – Introduction to NIST CSF v 2.0 Framework
- What is NIST CSF v 2.0?
- Key Objectives of NIST CSF v 2.0
- Core Components of NIST CSF v 2.0
- Key Updates & Enhancements in NIST CSF v 2.0
- Implementing NIST CSF v 2.0
- Benefits of NIST CSF v 2.0
- Understanding NIST CSF v 2.0 & ISO 27001:2022 Standard
PART 2 – Understanding Cybersecurity
- What is Cybersecurity?
- Why is it called Cyber?
- What is a Cyber Attack?
- Examples of Cyber Attack
- What is Cyber Crime?
- Who is a Cyber Criminal?
- What is Information Security?
- Difference between Information Security & Cyber Security?
- History of Cybersecurity
- Classification of Cyber Crimes
- Kinds of Cyber Crime
- Malware & its Types
- Reasons for Cyber Crime
PART 3 – Understanding CSF Core
- What is NIST CSF v 2.0 Core?
- Relevance of NIST CSF v 2.0 Core
- Importance of the NIST CSF v 2.0 Core
- Structure of the NIST CSF v 2.0 Core
- Why NIST CSF 2.0 Core Matters?
- Implementation of the NIST CSF v 2.0 Core
- Practical Steps to Implement the NIST CSF v 2.0 Core
- Understanding CSF Core – GOVERN (GV)
- Understanding CSF Core – IDENTIFY (ID)
- Understanding CSF Core – PROTECT (PR)
- Understanding CSF Core – DETECT (DE)
- Understanding CSF Core – RESPOND (RS)
- Understanding CSF Core – RECOVER (RC)
PART 4 – CSF Organizational Profiles
- What is a CSF Organizational Profile?
- Purpose of a CSF Profile
- Type of CSF Profile
- Relevance of the CSF Organizational Profile
- Importance of the CSF Organizational Profile
- Key Elements of the CSF Organizational Profile
- Implementation of the CSF Organizational Profile
- Examples of CSF Organizational Profile Use
- Benefits of the CSF Organizational Profile
- New Features in NIST CSF 2.0
- Key Aspects of Organizational Profiles
- Risks in creating Organizational Profiles
- Key consideration in creating Organizational Profiles
PART 5 – CSF Organizational Tiers
- What are CSF Tiers?
- The four CSF Tiers
- Relevance of CSF Tiers
- Importance of CSF Tiers
- Key Characteristics of Tiers
- Implementation of Tiers
- Examples of CSF Tier in action
- Benefits of using CSF Tier
- Risks in Creating & Deciding on Tiers
- Key Considerations in Deciding on Tiers
PART 6 – NIST CSF v 2.0 Integration
- SP 800-53, Security & Privacy Controls for Information Systems & Organizations
- SP 800-30, Guide for Conducting Risk Assessments from the NIST Risk Management Framework (RMF)
- SP 800- 37, Risk Management Framework for Information Systems & Organizations
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