Implementing a Risk Management Framework (Coursera)

In this course, a learner will be able to:

- Identify the career development and path of a Cybersecurity professional from entry-level to CISO

- Define and describe the role and function of a CISO in planning for cybersecurity

- Identify the development of a cybersecurity governance program and the role the CISO would play in it

- Discuss the strategic responsibilities of the CISO in overseeing an organization’s cybersecurity program

What You Will Learn

- Identify the career development and path of a Cybersecurity professional from entry-level to CISO

- Define and describe the role and function of a CISO in planning for cybersecurity

- Identify the development of a cybersecurity governance program and the role the CISO would play in it

- Discuss the strategic responsibilities of the CISO in overseeing an organization’s cybersecurity program

Syllabus

WEEK 1

Introduction to The Culminating Project (Capstone Course)

Learning objectives for the capstone project.

WEEK 2

Case Project Assignment 1 of 5

Prepare and submit a case-based presentation to deliver the results of a proposal to implement a risk management framework suitable for the case organization.

WEEK 3

Case Project Assignment 2 of 5

Identify the information assets to be included in the risk management effort.

WEEK 4

Case Project Assignment 3 of 5

Identify threats to key information assets.

WEEK 5

Case Project Assignment 4 of 5

Perform risk analysis and prepare a report.

WEEK 6

Case Project Assignment 5 of 5

Justify a comprehensive risk management program for the case company.