Cybersecurity Auditing: Protecting Organizations In The Digital Age

Introduction:

In today's interconnected world, cybersecurity threats are a constant and evolving challenge for organizations of all sizes. This comprehensive training course on Cybersecurity Auditing equips participants with the essential knowledge and skills to effectively assess and mitigate these risks. Participants will learn how to identify vulnerabilities, evaluate controls, conduct security audits, and develop recommendations to strengthen an organization's cybersecurity posture. This course bridges the gap between technical expertise and audit practices, empowering participants to become valuable assets in protecting their organizations from cyber threats.

Target Audience:

This course is designed for professionals responsible for evaluating and improving cybersecurity within their organizations, including:

• Internal Auditors
• IT Auditors
• Information Security Professionals
• Compliance Officers
• Risk Managers
• Anyone involved in assessing and managing cybersecurity risks

Course Objectives:

Upon completion of this Cybersecurity Auditing training course, participants will be able to:

• Understand the current cybersecurity threat landscape and emerging threats.
• Identify and assess cybersecurity risks and vulnerabilities.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of cybersecurity controls.
• Conduct cybersecurity audits using industry best practices and standards.
• Develop audit programs and procedures for cybersecurity assessments.

• Perform security testing and vulnerability scanning.
• Analyze security logs and incident data.
• Assess compliance with relevant cybersecurity regulations and frameworks (e.g., ISO 27001, NIST, GDPR).
• Develop recommendations for improving cybersecurity controls and reducing risk.
• Communicate cybersecurity audit findings effectively to management.
• Collaborate with IT and security teams to implement security improvements.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest cybersecurity audit techniques and best practices.
• Contribute to a stronger cybersecurity posture within their organizations.
• Enhance their understanding of cybersecurity risk management.
• Become a more valuable and sought-after cybersecurity audit professional.

DURATION

5 Days

COURSE CONTENT

Module 1: Introduction to Cybersecurity and Risk Management

• The evolving cybersecurity threat landscape: current and emerging threats.
• Key cybersecurity concepts and terminology.
• Cybersecurity risk management frameworks (e.g., NIST, ISO 27005).
• The role of cybersecurity auditing in mitigating risk.
• Legal and regulatory considerations related to cybersecurity.

Module 2: Cybersecurity Audit Planning and Preparation

• Developing a cybersecurity audit strategy.
• Defining audit scope and objectives.
• Identifying relevant cybersecurity frameworks and standards (e.g., ISO 27001, NIST Cybersecurity Framework).
• Planning audit procedures and techniques.

• Resource allocation and scheduling.

Module 3: Security Controls and Frameworks

• Overview of security controls: preventive, detective, and corrective.
• Common cybersecurity frameworks and standards (e.g., ISO 27001, NIST Cybersecurity Framework, CIS Controls).
• Control objectives and assessment criteria.
• Mapping controls to risks and vulnerabilities.
• Evaluating the design and effectiveness of security controls.

Module 4: Vulnerability Assessment and Penetration Testing

• Vulnerability scanning and assessment techniques.
• Penetration testing methodologies and tools.
• Identifying and classifying vulnerabilities.
• Reporting and remediation of vulnerabilities.
• Ethical considerations in penetration testing.

Module 5: Network Security Auditing

• Auditing network infrastructure components (e.g., firewalls, routers, switches).
• Wireless security auditing.
• Network segmentation and access control.
• Intrusion detection and prevention systems.
• Network security monitoring and logging.

Module 6: Application Security Auditing

• Secure software development lifecycle (SSDLC).
• Web application security testing.
• API security auditing.
• Data security and privacy in applications.
• Application security controls and best practices.

Module 7: Data Security and Privacy Auditing

• Data security and privacy regulations (e.g., GDPR, CCPA).
• Data classification and protection.

• Access control and identity management.
• Data encryption and key management.
• Data loss prevention and recovery.

Module 8: Incident Response and Business Continuity Auditing

• Incident response planning and procedures.
• Business continuity and disaster recovery planning.
• Cybersecurity incident management.
• Auditing incident response capabilities.
• Testing and exercising incident response plans.

Module 9: Reporting and Communication of Cybersecurity Audit Findings

• Developing clear and concise audit reports.
• Communicating cybersecurity audit findings to management.
• Providing recommendations for improving cybersecurity posture.
• Following up on audit findings and remediation efforts.
• Reporting to regulatory bodies (if applicable).

Training Approach

This course will be delivered by our skilled trainers who have vast knowledge and experience as expert professionals in the fields. The course is taught in English and through a mix of theory, practical activities, group discussion and case studies. Course manuals and additional training materials will be provided to the participants upon completion of the training.

Tailor-Made Course

This course can also be tailor-made to meet organization requirement. For further inquiries, please contact us on: Email: info@skillsforafrica.org, training@skillsforafrica.org  Tel: +254 702 249 449

Training Venue

The training will be held at our Skills for Africa Training Institute Training Centre. We also offer training for a group at requested location all over the world. The course fee covers the course tuition, training materials, two break refreshments, and buffet lunch.

Visa application, travel expenses, airport transfers, dinners, accommodation, insurance, and other personal expenses are catered by the participant

Certification

Participants will be issued with Skills for Africa Training Institute certificate upon completion of this course.

Airport Pickup and Accommodation

Airport pickup and accommodation is arranged upon request. For booking contact our Training Coordinator through Email: info@skillsforafrica.org, training@skillsforafrica.org  Tel: +254 702 249 449

Terms of Payment: Unless otherwise agreed between the two parties’ payment of the course fee should be done 5 working days before commencement of the training.