Certificate of Competence in Zero Trust (CCZT) Training Course

Introduction to Zero Trust

• Evolution of security models for government operations
• Limitations of traditional perimeter-based security in the public sector
• Fundamental concepts of Zero Trust for government agencies

Zero Trust Architecture

• Core components and principles of Zero Trust for government use
• Identity and access management within a Zero Trust framework
• Network segmentation and micro-segmentation strategies for enhanced security
• Continuous monitoring and analytics to detect and respond to threats

Developing a Zero Trust Strategy

• Assessing organizational readiness for Zero Trust adoption in government agencies
• Defining security objectives and requirements specific to public sector needs
• Creating a roadmap for implementing Zero Trust principles within government operations

Planning and Implementation

• Designing Zero Trust policies and controls tailored for government environments
• Integrating Zero Trust with existing government infrastructure
• Implementing identity verification and device authentication processes for enhanced security in government systems
• Establishing least privilege access controls to minimize risk exposure in public sector networks

Software Defined Perimeter (SDP)

• Overview of SDP concepts relevant to government agencies
• Benefits of SDP in a Zero Trust model for government operations
• Implementing SDP solutions within government IT environments
• Case studies of SDP deployments in public sector organizations

Maintaining and Evolving Zero Trust

• Continuous assessment and improvement of Zero Trust practices in government agencies
• Adapting to emerging threats and technologies for ongoing security in the public sector
• Ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations specific to government operations

Practical Applications and Case Studies

• Real-world examples of Zero Trust implementations in government agencies
• Lessons learned and best practices for effective Zero Trust deployment in the public sector
• Hands-on lab: Designing and deploying a Zero Trust solution for government use

Summary and Next Steps

• Review of key concepts relevant to government security
• Additional resources for further learning about Zero Trust for government professionals
• Guidance on certification and professional development in Zero Trust for government personnel