Course Outline

1. Introduction to the CISO Role and Organizational Context

  • Understanding the strategic importance of the Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) position for government operations.
  • Roles, responsibilities, and leadership expectations within the public sector.
  • Information security governance in alignment with overall corporate strategy for government entities.

2. Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC)

  • Developing information security governance frameworks tailored to public sector needs.
  • Aligning policies with international standards such as ISO/IEC 27001, COBIT, and NIST for government agencies.
  • Ensuring regulatory compliance and maintaining audit readiness in governmental settings.

3. Information Security Risk Management

  • Techniques for risk identification, analysis, and mitigation specific to public sector operations.
  • Application of risk management methodologies and frameworks for government agencies.
  • Integrating risk management into decision-making processes within governmental organizations.

4. Security Program Development and Management

  • Designing and implementing enterprise security strategies for government entities.
  • Developing comprehensive security policies, standards, and procedures tailored to public sector needs.
  • Establishing metrics, reporting mechanisms, and continuous improvement processes for government agencies.

5. Information Security Controls and Technologies

  • Overview of modern security technologies and architectures suitable for government use.
  • Focus on data protection, identity management, and cloud security in the public sector.
  • Application of defense-in-depth and zero-trust principles within governmental organizations.

6. Incident Management, Business Continuity, and Disaster Recovery

  • Developing and implementing incident response plans for government agencies.
  • Creating business continuity planning and recovery strategies tailored to public sector needs.
  • Conducting post-incident reviews and lessons learned exercises in governmental settings.

7. Leadership, Communication, and Strategic Alignment

  • Building a security-aware culture across government organizations.
  • Effectively communicating risk and strategic initiatives to executive leadership and the board within governmental entities.
  • Managing cross-functional teams and vendor relationships in the public sector.

8. PECB Certification Exam Preparation

  • Overview of the exam structure, format, and key topics for government professionals.
  • Practice with sample questions and a mock exam to prepare for certification in the public sector.
  • Understanding the certification process and maintenance requirements for government personnel.

Summary and Next Steps

  • Review of key leadership and governance competencies essential for government CISOs.
  • Guidance on maintaining certification and continuing professional development in the public sector.
  • Resources for further specialization in cybersecurity leadership for government roles.

Requirements

  • Understanding of information security principles and frameworks
  • Experience in information security or IT governance roles for government agencies
  • Familiarity with ISO/IEC 27001 or similar standards is advisable

Audience

  • Information Security Managers and Senior IT Professionals for government operations
  • Risk and Compliance Officers within the public sector
  • IT Directors and Consultants serving government entities
  • Professionals seeking to advance to Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) roles in government
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