ECERTP USA
NIST CSF v2.0 Practitioner
Course Description
The NIST Cybersecurity Framework (CSF) 2.0 Practitioner course is an advanced training program designed to equip professionals with the skills and knowledge necessary to design, implement, manage, and improve a cybersecurity program based on the NIST CSF 2.0. This course is ideal for individuals such as IT managers, cybersecurity professionals, risk management officers, IT consultants, compliance officers, and security analysts who aim to enhance their organization’s cybersecurity posture.
Key Learning Objectives
- In-depth Understanding of NIST CSF 2.0: Delve deeper into the six core functions of the framework—Identify, Protect, Detect, Respond, Recover, and Govern—and learn how to apply them effectively within an organization.
- Design and Implementation: Acquire the skills to design and implement a comprehensive cybersecurity program tailored to your organization’s specific needs, aligning with the NIST CSF 2.0 guidelines.
- Integration with Other Standards: Understand how to integrate the NIST CSF 2.0 with other standards and frameworks, such as ISO/IEC 27001 and the Center for Internet Security (CIS) Controls, to create a robust cybersecurity strategy.
The NIST CSF v 2.0 Practitioner training program helps learners to understand:
- Core components & structure of the framework
- Implementation of CSF core function
- Implementation of organizational profiles
- Implementation of organizational tiers
- Roles & Responsibilities required to operationalize the NIST CSF framework
- Required Documentation
NOTE:
It’s mandatory to refer to “NIST CSF v 2.0 Practitioner Training Material – Reference Notes” to further understand the key & critical aspects along with the implementation risks of the CSF framework.
By following these steps, organizations can effectively implement NIST CSF v2.0 to enhance their cybersecurity posture, improve risk management, and ensure resilience against evolving cyber threats
Training Syllabus
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
- New Features in NIST CSF 2.0
- Core Components of NIST CSF v 2.0
- Implementing NIST CSF v 2.0
- Benefits of NIST CSF v 2.0
Part 2 – Implementing 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
- CSF CORE – GOVERN (GV)
- CSF CORE – IDENTIFY (ID)
- CSF CORE – PROTECT (PR)
- CSF CORE – DETECT (DE)
- CSF CORE – RESPOND (RS)
- CSF CORE – RECOVER (RC)
- Critical Question to consider
- Expected Outcome
- Implementing Categories
- Implementing Sub-Categories
- Implementation Examples
- What is a CSF Organizational Profile?
- Type of CSF Profile
- Importance of the CSF Organizational Profile
- Key Elements of the CSF Organizational Profile
- Examples of CSF Organizational Profile Use
- Required Roles
- What are CSF Tiers?
- The four CSF Tiers
- Key Characteristics of Tiers
- Implementation of Tiers
- Examples of CSF Tier in action
- Required Roles
Part 5 – Roles & Responsibilities
- GOVERN (GV) Roles & Responsibilities
- Real-World Integration Example
- IDENTIFY (ID) Roles & Responsibilities
- Real-World Integration Example
- PROTECT (PR) Roles & Responsibilities
- Real-World Scenario: Integration of Roles in the PROTECT (PR) Function
- DETECT (DE) Roles & Responsibilities
- Real-World Scenario: Integration of Roles in the DETECT (DE) Function
- RESPOND (RS) Roles & Responsibilities
- Real-World Scenario: Integration of Roles in the RESPOND (RS) Function
- RECOVER (RC) Roles & Responsibilities
- Integration of Roles with RECOVER (RC) Function in Real-World Scenarios
Part 6 – Documentation Requirement
- Minimum & Critical Documentation requirements for Core, Profiles & Tiers
NIST CSF v 2.0 Practitioner Training Material – Reference Notes
CSF CORE – GOVERN (GV)
- Aspects to Consider for the GOVERN Function
- Critical Aspects of the GOVERN Function
- Implementation Risks of the GOVERN Function
CSF CORE – IDENTIFY (ID)
- Aspects to Consider for the IDENTIFY Function
- Key Aspects of the IDENTIFY Function
- Implementation Risks for the IDENTIFY Function
- GOVERN Function Considerations and Implementation Risks (Recap)
CSF CORE – PROTECT (PR)
- Key Aspects of the PROTECT Function
- Aspects to Consider for the PROTECT Function
- GOVERN Function Considerations
- Implementation Risks for the PROTECT Function
CSF CORE – DETECT (DE)
- Key Aspects of the DETECT Function
- Aspects to Consider for the DETECT Function
- GOVERN Function Considerations for the DETECT Function
- Implementation Risks for the DETECT Function
CSF CORE – RESPOND (RS)
- Key Aspects of the RESPOND Function
- Aspects to Consider for the RESPOND Function
- GOVERN Function Considerations for the RESPOND Function
- Implementation Risks for the RESPOND Function
CSF CORE – RECOVER (RC)
- Key Aspects of the RECOVER Function
- Aspects to Consider for the RECOVER Function
- GOVERN Function Considerations for the RECOVER Function
- Implementation Risks for the RECOVER Function
CSF ORGANIZATIONAL PROFILES
- Key Aspects of Organizational Profiles
- Risks in creating Organizational Profiles
- Key consideration in creating Organizational Profiles
CSF ORGANIZATIONAL TIERS
- Risks in Creating & Deciding on Tiers
- Key Considerations in Deciding on Tiers