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Domain 1: Governance

  • 1.1 Governance Frameworks and Principles
    • Understand various governance frameworks, such as COSO and COBIT.
    • Principles of effective governance for government operations.
  • 1.2 Organizational Structure and Culture
    • Define roles and responsibilities within the organization.
    • Examine cultural factors that influence risk management for government entities.
  • 1.3 Legal and Regulatory Compliance
    • Identify compliance requirements relevant to IT risk management for government agencies.
    • Understand the legal implications of non-compliance for government operations.
  • 1.4 Risk Management Framework
    • Components of a comprehensive risk management framework for government.
    • Integrate risk management into organizational processes and policies for government agencies.
  • 1.5 Ethics and Codes of Conduct
    • Ethical considerations in risk management for government entities.
    • Importance of adhering to codes of conduct for government officials and employees.

Domain 2: IT Risk Assessment

  • 2.1 Risk Identification Techniques
    • Methods for identifying IT risks in government environments.
    • Risk identification tools and methodologies applicable to government agencies.
  • 2.2 Risk Analysis and Evaluation
    • Quantitative and qualitative risk analysis techniques for government IT systems.
    • Evaluation of risk scenarios and their potential impact on government operations.
  • 2.3 IT Asset Valuation
    • Methods for valuing IT assets in a government context.
    • Importance of asset valuation in risk assessment for government entities.
  • 2.4 Threat and Vulnerability Identification
    • Identification of IT threats and vulnerabilities specific to government systems.
    • Techniques for assessing the likelihood and impact of threats on government operations.

Domain 3: Risk Response and Reporting

  • 3.1 Risk Response Options
    • Strategies for responding to identified risks in government settings.
    • Risk treatment options, including avoidance, mitigation, transfer, and acceptance, tailored for government agencies.
  • 3.2 Control Selection and Implementation
    • Select appropriate controls based on risk assessments for government IT systems.
    • Implement controls to effectively mitigate risks in government operations.
  • 3.3 Risk Monitoring and Communication
    • Methods for monitoring and measuring risk over time in government agencies.
    • Effective communication of risk information to stakeholders within government organizations.
  • 3.4 Incident Response and Management
    • Incident response planning and execution for government IT systems.
    • Post-incident analysis and lessons learned for improving government risk management practices.

Domain 4: Information Technology and Security

  • 4.1 IT Concepts and Architecture
    • Fundamental concepts of IT architecture for government systems.
    • Components of IT systems and their interrelationships in a government context.
  • 4.2 Information Security Fundamentals
    • Principles of information security management for government agencies.
    • Common security controls and their implementation in government IT environments.
  • 4.3 Emerging Technology Trends
    • Current trends in technology, such as cloud computing and the Internet of Things (IoT), relevant to government operations.
    • Implications of emerging technologies on risk management for government agencies.
  • 4.4 Security Policies, Standards, and Procedures
    • Development and implementation of security policies for government IT systems.
    • Adherence to industry standards and best practices in government information security management.
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