Course Outline
Security Governance and Risk Management
- Core principles of confidentiality, integrity, and availability (CIA) in protecting government information assets
- Establishing security governance structures, policies, and standards compliant with ISO 27001 and the NIST Cybersecurity Framework (CSF)
- Conducting comprehensive risk analysis, quantitative and qualitative assessments, and implementing effective mitigation strategies
- Performing business impact analyses, enhancing workforce security awareness, and implementing mandatory training programs
- Navigating legal obligations, regulatory compliance, and privacy statutes including GDPR, HIPAA, and applicable local laws for government operations
Asset Protection and Data Governance
- Defining information classification schemes, establishing ownership protocols, and implementing protective controls
- Managing data handling lifecycle processes, including retention schedules, secure deletion, backup integrity, and authorized transfers
- Safeguarding privacy rights and overseeing full data lifecycle management to ensure regulatory adherence
- Ensuring the secure use of information assets and enforcing strict media control and disposal procedures
Secure Architecture and Engineering
- Applying secure design principles to system architecture and infrastructure development
- Implementing cryptographic standards, including symmetric and asymmetric encryption, hashing algorithms, Public Key Infrastructure (PKI), and robust key management
- Integrating physical security measures and utilizing Hardware Security Modules (HSMs) for key protection
- Designing secure virtualization environments, adopting cloud-native security patterns, and ensuring secure API integration
Network and Communications Security
- Securing network models and protocols through the use of TLS, Virtual Private Networks (VPNs), and IPSec standards
- Deploying perimeter defenses, network segmentation, firewalls, and Intrusion Detection/Prevention Systems (IDS/IPS)
- Protecting wireless networks, securing remote access points, and implementing zero-trust network architectures
- Architecting secure network topologies within cloud and hybrid environments to support secure government communications
Identity and Access Management (IAM)
- Enforcing access control through rigorous identification, authentication, authorization, and accountability mechanisms
- Managing identity providers, federation protocols, Single Sign-On (SSO), and cloud-based access federation
- Implementing Privileged Access Management (PAM) and Role-Based Access Control (RBAC) to minimize exposure
- Overseeing the identity lifecycle, including secure provisioning, deprovisioning, and regular entitlement reviews
Security Assessment and Testing Protocols
- Testing security controls via Static Application Security Testing (SAST), Dynamic Application Security Testing (DAST), penetration testing, and vulnerability scanning
- Developing audit strategies and applying established review frameworks to verify control effectiveness
- Managing logs, executing continuous monitoring, and conducting ongoing security assessments
- Employing red team, blue team, and adversary simulation techniques to validate defensive capabilities
Security Operations and Resilience
- Planning and executing incident response, conducting digital forensics, and managing case handling
- Designing Security Operations Centers (SOCs), integrating threat intelligence, and establishing monitoring capabilities
- Managing patching cycles, vulnerability remediation, and system configuration management
- Formulating business continuity, disaster recovery, and resilience plans to sustain critical services
Secure Software Development Lifecycle
- Integrating security into the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) and adopting DevSecOps practices
- Identifying and mitigating common vulnerabilities, extending beyond the OWASP Top 10 to address broader security risks
- Conducting code reviews, utilizing static and dynamic analysis tools, and leveraging secure development frameworks
- Assessing supply chain risks, managing third-party dependencies, and implementing runtime protection mechanisms
Examination Preparation and Continuous Learning
- Understanding the CISSP exam structure, developing question analysis strategies, and optimizing time management
- Completing practice examinations and domain-specific assessments to gauge readiness
- Performing personal gap analyses and establishing structured study plans for exam preparation
- Utilizing recommended resources, professional communities, and continuous learning pathways for career development
Conclusion and Strategic Recommendations
Requirements
- Minimum of 5 years of cumulative, compensated professional experience in two or more (ISC)² CISSP domains, or equivalent qualifying experience
- Solid foundational understanding of information security principles, network infrastructure, and software systems
- Working proficiency in risk management, cryptographic standards, and IT operational processes
Intended Audience
- Information security professionals preparing for the CISSP certification examination
- Security architects, management personnel, and independent consultants
- Information technology leaders, auditors, and governance specialists responsible for oversight
Testimonials (7)
Being approachable and pushing us into interaction
Daniel - EY GLOBAL SERVICES (POLAND) SP Z O O
Course - CISSP - Certified Information Systems Security Professional
the topic was interesting itself and we had opportunity to discuss it with different perspectives.
Marcin - EY GLOBAL SERVICES (POLAND) SP Z O O
Course - CISSP - Certified Information Systems Security Professional
trainer competence
Evghenii - Arctic Stream
Course - CISSP - Certified Information Systems Security Professional
Good material organization and understandable instructor's English.
Ion Temciuc - Arctic Stream
Course - CISSP - Certified Information Systems Security Professional
Good material organization and understandable instructor's English.
Hanny - Arctic Stream
Course - CISSP - Certified Information Systems Security Professional
His knowledge, the way he explains and his kindness
Marcelo Martinez - EY GLOBAL SERVICES (POLAND) SP Z O O
Course - CISSP - Certified Information Systems Security Professional
I liked mix of theory and practical case example. Very good overview of each topic then going through slides.