NIST Cybersecurity Framework Learning Path
5 hours, 42 minutes
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About NIST Cybersecurity Framework
Our NIST Cybersecurity Framework learning path begins by building a robust foundation with the basics of cybersecurity. We break down the complexities of the Cybersecurity Framework components, get up close with the Risk Management Framework (RMF) and learn how its principles affect information systems and organizations. Explore how to navigate the RMF process and become a master of managing risk — identifying, assessing and responding to it like a true cybersecurity expert. Look at how organizations assess their cybersecurity risks and take steps to implement or enhance their cybersecurity program.
Explore the five Framework Core Functions by diving into their categories, subcategories and references. Discover the art of self-assessment in cybersecurity risk — an essential tool for any organization's cyber toolbox — then walk through the seven-step process to create a brand-new cybersecurity program or strengthen an existing one. Complete your journey with a NIST Cybersecurity Framework project and skill assessment, where you have the chance to showcase your newly acquired NIST Cybersecurity Framework knowledge.
Who is this learning path for?
- Cybersecurity Beginners: Break into the cybersecurity field with this foundational learning path, providing an industry-recognized framework to understand and manage cybersecurity risk.
- Current IT and cybersecurity professionals: Whether you’re a SOC Analyst or a Security Architect, use this learning path to formalize your knowledge and potentially move into more NIST cybersecurity specializations.
- Information Risk Analysts: Risk officers or managers can find this path beneficial to understand the cybersecurity aspect of organizational risk and learn a structured approach to managing it.
- Privacy Managers: Professionals responsible for ensuring compliance with cybersecurity regulations and standards will find the NIST framework knowledge valuable.
- Security Managers: Business owners, executives or decision-makers can benefit from understanding the NIST Cybersecurity Framework to guide their organization's cybersecurity strategy and risk management process.
By the end of this learning path, you will:
- Understand cybersecurity basics, including information security concepts, legal/governmental guidelines, CSF roadmap and the C.I.A. cybersecurity fundamentals triad — confidentiality, integrity and availability
- Understand the CSF components and the seven-step CSF process
- Master risk management and frameworks
- Have knowledge of the NIST CSF, including the functional areas, categories, sub-categories and informative references
- Be able to assess an organization’s cybersecurity risk and either implement or improve a cybersecurity program
Syllabus
NIST Cyber Security Framework Skill Assessment
Assessment - 18 questions
NIST Cybersecurity Basics
Course - 00:47:00
Cybersecurity Framework Components
Course - 00:24:00
Risk Management
Course - 00:36:00
Cybersecurity Framework Core Functions
Course - 01:01:00
Cybersecurity Framework Self-Assessments
Course - 00:13:00
The 7-Step Cybersecurity Framework Process
Course - 00:09:00
NIST Cybersecurity Framework Summary & Tips
Course - 00:11:00
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How to claim CPEs
Should you complete this learning path, you’ll be able to download a certificate of completion. Use this to claim your CPEs or CPUs.
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- Mission Assessment Specialist
- Exploitation Analyst
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