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Chief Information Security Officer (CISO)

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In this CISO certification training, you will learn what other CISO's are focusing their time and attention on. Among the key topics, you will learn how to implement the proven best practices that make for successful cyber security leadership.
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Designed for learners who have no prior work experience in IT or Cybersecurity, but are interested in starting a career in this exciting field.
Designed for learners with prior cybersecurity work experience who are interested in advancing their career or expanding their skillset.
Designed for learners with a solid grasp of foundational IT and cybersecurity concepts who are interested in pursuing an entry-level security role.
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Earn qualifying credits for certification renewal with completion certificates provided for submission.
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Course Outline

1
Module 1 - Introduction & Overview
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10
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Module 2 - Information Security Governance
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26
Min
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Module 3 - Risk Management
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34
Min
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Module 4 - Developing a Security Strategy
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33
Min
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Module 5 - Policies, Procedures, Standards & Guidelines
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38
Min
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Module 6 - Information Security Technology
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35
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Module 7 - Incident Management
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28
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Module 8 - Business Continuity & Disaster Recovery
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27
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Module 9 - Conclusion
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Incident Management Intro

Free

2m

BCP Intro

Free

7m

Intro and Liability

Free

7m

Technology Intro

Free

3m

Risk Management Intro

Free

6m

Purpose of Security Strategy

Free

7m

Introduction

Free

3m

Information Security Governance

Free

5m

BCP Phases

Free

2m

Trusted vs Untrusted

Free

8m

Policy Basics

Free

5m

Risk Assessment

Free

7m

Management Responsibilities

Free

5m

Why We Need CISOs

Free

7m

Security Management Program

Free

5m

BIA

Free

10m

Incident Response Lifecycle Preparation

Free

5m

Questions and Pitfalls

Free

10m

VLANs

Free

2m

CIA Policies

Free

7m

Risk Analysis

Free

8m

CIA Intro

Free

4m

BCP Remaining Phases

Free

8m

Incident Response Lifecycle Identify

Free

4m

NAT and Configuration Management

Free

6m

Desired State

Free

11m

Policy Lifecycle

Free

11m

Information Security Governance Overview

Free

11m

Risk Mitigation

Free

10m

Single Sign On

Free

7m

Incident Response Lifecycle Contain

Free

4m

Exceptions

Free

5m

Ongoing Monitoring

Free

2m

Incident Response Lifecycle Remediate Eradicate and Lessons Learned

Free

7m

Data in Transit

Free

8m

Best Practices

Free

3m

Incident Management Intro

2m

Module 7 - Incident Management
BCP Intro

7m

Module 8 - Business Continuity & Disaster Recovery
Intro and Liability

7m

Module 5 - Policies, Procedures, Standards & Guidelines
Technology Intro

3m

Module 6 - Information Security Technology
Risk Management Intro

6m

Module 3 - Risk Management
Purpose of Security Strategy

7m

Module 4 - Developing a Security Strategy
Introduction

3m

Module 1 - Introduction & Overview
Information Security Governance

5m

Module 2 - Information Security Governance
BCP Phases

2m

Module 8 - Business Continuity & Disaster Recovery
Trusted vs Untrusted

8m

Module 6 - Information Security Technology
Policy Basics

5m

Module 5 - Policies, Procedures, Standards & Guidelines
Risk Assessment

7m

Module 3 - Risk Management
Management Responsibilities

5m

Module 4 - Developing a Security Strategy
Why We Need CISOs

7m

Module 1 - Introduction & Overview
Security Management Program

5m

Module 2 - Information Security Governance
BIA

10m

Module 8 - Business Continuity & Disaster Recovery
Incident Response Lifecycle Preparation

5m

Module 7 - Incident Management
Questions and Pitfalls

10m

Module 4 - Developing a Security Strategy
VLANs

2m

Module 6 - Information Security Technology
CIA Policies

7m

Module 5 - Policies, Procedures, Standards & Guidelines
Risk Analysis

8m

Module 3 - Risk Management
CIA Intro

4m

Module 2 - Information Security Governance
BCP Remaining Phases

8m

Module 8 - Business Continuity & Disaster Recovery
Incident Response Lifecycle Identify

4m

Module 7 - Incident Management
NAT and Configuration Management

6m

Module 6 - Information Security Technology
Course Description

Looking to improve, or certify as an existing Chief Information Security Officer (CISO), or perhaps you are looking to move into a CISO role sometime in the future. In this online CISO certification training course, you will learn what other CISO's are focusing their time and attention on. Among the key topics, you'll learn how to implement the proven best practices that make for successful cyber security leadership. The CISO course includes the following key topics; Governance, Management, Auditing, Projects, Technologies, Operations, Strategy, and Financing.

What Does the CISO Certification Training Entail?

Cybrary's online CISO certification course covers essential topics that all Chief Information Security Officers need to know to successfully perform in leadership roles in the business and technology industry. It prepares IT professionals by covering areas including management, governance, projects, auditing, technologies, strategy, operations, and financing in the IT realm. Because the CISO is an essential part of over 80% of all U.S. organizations, it's important that they are skilled in the following areas, which are included in CISO training:

  • Security Investment & Measurement
  • Digital Transformation (DT): Security Implications
  • Cyber Risk Management & Security Metrics
  • Operational Cyber Resilience
  • Enterprise Security Governance & Planning
  • Realistic Security
  • Effective Incident Response
  • Managing Operational Threat
  • Developing a Crisis Communications Strategy
  • Information Security Law
  • Social Engineering
  • Building an Insider Threat Program
  • External Dependency Management
  • The CISO online course is a total of 4 hours of clock time, and you will receive a Certificate of Completion upon finishing the training.

    What Are the Prerequisites for the CISO Course?

    There are some recommended prerequisites for the CISO course that include:

  • Security networking knowledge
  • At least a base level understanding of COBIT, ITIL, CISSP, PCI, NIST and HIPAA
  • Security management and auditing experience (CISM and CISA)
  • At least two years of IT or IT security experience
  • Who Should Take this CISO Training Program?

    Anyone who desires to obtain an initial CISO certification or those who are current CISOs looking to improve or refresh knowledge and skills regarding their roles. The CISO course also prepares current CISOs for renewal of their certification who want to stay updated on the latest industry trends.

    What Does a Chief Information Security Officer Do?

    The Chief Information Security Officer is fundamentally the leader of an IT security department of an organization and its staff. It is a senior level position that is responsible for establishing, implementing, and managing a company's vision and for protecting all information and technology assets. CISOs are required to possess experience and the leadership and communication skills that are needed to resolve information security threats. They often create efficient and effective processes that protect the interests of their organizations, demonstrating their skill and innovative strengths. Typically, those in the CISO role oversee and lead projects and initiatives concerning the comprehensive technology security of a business or organization. It isn't unusual for CISOs working for large organizations to partner with law enforcement, the FBI, and the government on corporate security concerns.

    What Types of Salaries do Chief Information Security Officers Earn?

    In the U.S., IT professionals in the CISO role earn an average annual salary of $134,220. The annual salary range for CISO certified employees is $74,182 to $239,407.

    What Is Involved in the CISO Certification Exam?

    CISO certification consists of an exam with 150 multiple choice questions to be completed within a two-and-a-half-hour period. Applicants my find the test questions difficult, requiring extensive evaluation and thought. The CISO certification exam includes question in the following five domains:

    1. Governance (Legal, Policy, and Compliance) 2. IS Management Controls and Audit Management 3. Management of Projects, Technology and Operations 4. Information Security Core Concepts 5. Strategic Planning and Finance

    Applicants must demonstrate a proficiency in all five domains, regardless of whether they currently have experience in each domain. The application fee for the CISO certification exam is $100, and certification is valid for one year.

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    Cybrary’s expert-led cybersecurity courses help your team remediate skill gaps and get up-to-date on certifications. Utilize Cybrary to stay ahead of emerging threats and provide team members with clarity on how to learn, grow, and advance their careers within your organization.

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    Instructors

    Kelly Handerhan
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    Learn

    Learn core concepts and get hands-on with key skills.

    Practice

    Exercise your problem-solving and creative thinking skills with security-centric puzzles

    Prove

    Assess your knowledge and skills to identify areas for improvement and measure your growth

    Get Hands-on Learning

    Put your skills to the test in virtual labs, challenges, and simulated environments.

    Measure Your Progress

    Track your skills development from lesson to lesson using the Cybrary Skills Tracker.

    Connect with the Community

    Connect with peers and mentors through our supportive community of cybersecurity professionals.

    Success from Our Learners

    "Cybrary really helped me get up to speed and acquire a baseline level of technical knowledge. It offers a far more comprehensive approach than just learning from a book. It actually shows you how to apply cybersecurity processes in a hands-on way"

    Don Gates

    Principal Systems Engineer/SAIC

    "Cybrary’s SOC Analyst career path was the difference maker, and was instrumental in me landing my new job. I was able to show the employer that I had the right knowledge and the hands-on skills to execute the role."

    Cory

    Cybersecurity analyst/

    "I was able to earn my CISSP certification within 60 days of signing up for Cybrary Insider Pro and got hired as a Security Analyst conducting security assessments and penetration testing within 120 days. This certainly wouldn’t have been possible without the support of the Cybrary mentor community."

    Mike

    Security Engineer and Pentester/

    "Cybrary really helped me get up to speed and acquire a baseline level of technical knowledge. It offers a far more comprehensive approach than just learning from a book. It actually shows you how to apply cybersecurity processes in a hands-on way"

    Don Gates

    Principal Systems Engineer/SAIC

    "Cybrary’s SOC Analyst career path was the difference maker, and was instrumental in me landing my new job. I was able to show the employer that I had the right knowledge and the hands-on skills to execute the role."

    Cory

    Cybersecurity analyst/

    "I was able to earn my CISSP certification within 60 days of signing up for Cybrary Insider Pro and got hired as a Security Analyst conducting security assessments and penetration testing within 120 days. This certainly wouldn’t have been possible without the support of the Cybrary mentor community."

    Mike

    Security Engineer and Pentester/

    "Becoming a Cybrary Insider Pro was a total game changer. Cybrary was instrumental in helping me break into cybersecurity, despite having no prior IT experience or security-related degree. Their career paths gave me clear direction, the instructors had real-world experience, and the virtual labs let me gain hands-on skills I could confidently put on my resume and speak to in interviews."

    Cassandra

    Information Security Analyst/Cisco Systems

    "I was able to earn both my Security+ and CySA+ in two months. I give all the credit to Cybrary. I’m also proud to announce I recently accepted a job as a Cyber Systems Engineer at BDO... I always try to debunk the idea that you can't get a job without experience or a degree."

    Casey

    Cyber Systems Engineer/BDO

    "Cybrary has helped me improve my hands-on skills and pass my toughest certification exams, enabling me to achieve 13 advanced certifications and successfully launch my own business. I love the practice tests for certification exams, especially, and appreciate the wide-ranging training options that let me find the best fit for my goals"

    Angel

    Founder,/ IntellChromatics.

    Chief Information Security Officer (CISO)

    In this CISO certification training, you will learn what other CISO's are focusing their time and attention on. Among the key topics, you will learn how to implement the proven best practices that make for successful cyber security leadership.
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    Course Description

    Looking to improve, or certify as an existing Chief Information Security Officer (CISO), or perhaps you are looking to move into a CISO role sometime in the future. In this online CISO certification training course, you will learn what other CISO's are focusing their time and attention on. Among the key topics, you'll learn how to implement the proven best practices that make for successful cyber security leadership. The CISO course includes the following key topics; Governance, Management, Auditing, Projects, Technologies, Operations, Strategy, and Financing.

    What Does the CISO Certification Training Entail?

    Cybrary's online CISO certification course covers essential topics that all Chief Information Security Officers need to know to successfully perform in leadership roles in the business and technology industry. It prepares IT professionals by covering areas including management, governance, projects, auditing, technologies, strategy, operations, and financing in the IT realm. Because the CISO is an essential part of over 80% of all U.S. organizations, it's important that they are skilled in the following areas, which are included in CISO training:

  • Security Investment & Measurement
  • Digital Transformation (DT): Security Implications
  • Cyber Risk Management & Security Metrics
  • Operational Cyber Resilience
  • Enterprise Security Governance & Planning
  • Realistic Security
  • Effective Incident Response
  • Managing Operational Threat
  • Developing a Crisis Communications Strategy
  • Information Security Law
  • Social Engineering
  • Building an Insider Threat Program
  • External Dependency Management
  • The CISO online course is a total of 4 hours of clock time, and you will receive a Certificate of Completion upon finishing the training.

    What Are the Prerequisites for the CISO Course?

    There are some recommended prerequisites for the CISO course that include:

  • Security networking knowledge
  • At least a base level understanding of COBIT, ITIL, CISSP, PCI, NIST and HIPAA
  • Security management and auditing experience (CISM and CISA)
  • At least two years of IT or IT security experience
  • Who Should Take this CISO Training Program?

    Anyone who desires to obtain an initial CISO certification or those who are current CISOs looking to improve or refresh knowledge and skills regarding their roles. The CISO course also prepares current CISOs for renewal of their certification who want to stay updated on the latest industry trends.

    What Does a Chief Information Security Officer Do?

    The Chief Information Security Officer is fundamentally the leader of an IT security department of an organization and its staff. It is a senior level position that is responsible for establishing, implementing, and managing a company's vision and for protecting all information and technology assets. CISOs are required to possess experience and the leadership and communication skills that are needed to resolve information security threats. They often create efficient and effective processes that protect the interests of their organizations, demonstrating their skill and innovative strengths. Typically, those in the CISO role oversee and lead projects and initiatives concerning the comprehensive technology security of a business or organization. It isn't unusual for CISOs working for large organizations to partner with law enforcement, the FBI, and the government on corporate security concerns.

    What Types of Salaries do Chief Information Security Officers Earn?

    In the U.S., IT professionals in the CISO role earn an average annual salary of $134,220. The annual salary range for CISO certified employees is $74,182 to $239,407.

    What Is Involved in the CISO Certification Exam?

    CISO certification consists of an exam with 150 multiple choice questions to be completed within a two-and-a-half-hour period. Applicants my find the test questions difficult, requiring extensive evaluation and thought. The CISO certification exam includes question in the following five domains:

    1. Governance (Legal, Policy, and Compliance) 2. IS Management Controls and Audit Management 3. Management of Projects, Technology and Operations 4. Information Security Core Concepts 5. Strategic Planning and Finance

    Applicants must demonstrate a proficiency in all five domains, regardless of whether they currently have experience in each domain. The application fee for the CISO certification exam is $100, and certification is valid for one year.

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    Complete this entire course to earn a Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) Certificate of Completion