About this course

As experienced directors and senior managers, you understand the importance of navigating risks, however cybersecurity may feel like a complex and winding road. This course draws on the Cybersecurity Capability Maturity Model (C2M2), a respected and internationally trusted framework that helps organisations evaluate their cybersecurity capabilities. By the end of this course, you'll be equipped to navigate the complexities of cybersecurity oversight with confidence and clarity and engage with your company's cybersecurity experts, internal auditors, and risk managers effectively.

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Course Snapshot

What are the course learning outcomes?

We will take you through five of the ten domains of Cybersecurity Capability Maturity Model (C2M2) that are particularly focused on helping you elevate your understanding and oversight of cybersecurity.

By the end of the 5 modules you will:

1. Understand Regulatory Governance Frameworks and Standards
Understand the value of aligning organisational cybersecurity policies with key regulatory governance frameworks and standards, including the consequences of non-compliance (Modules 1-4 and Module 5).

2. Define Roles and Responsibilities of Senior Management
Define the strategic involvement and accountability of top management in overseeing cybersecurity efforts (Modules 1-4).

3. Identify and Mitigate Emerging Risks and Trends
Develop the ability to identify emerging cybersecurity threats and implement strategies to mitigate these risks (Modules 1-2 and Module 4).

4. Establish Effective Internal Controls and Policies
Learn to establish and enforce robust internal controls and policies to support comprehensive cybersecurity management (Module 1 and Modules 3-5).

5. Participate in Incident Response Plan development
Actively participate in the development and review of a comprehensive incident response plan, ensuring they are tailored to the specific needs and risks of the organisation (Module 5).

6. Evaluate Cybersecurity Investments
Enable directors/senior management to assess and prioritise cybersecurity investments, ensuring that resources are allocated effectively to mitigate risks and enhance the organisation's security posture (All Modules).

What core topics are offered?

This course is made up of 5 modules. Please find a summary of each module below.

Module 1 - Situational Awareness: Inclusive board-level discussion empowering all directors to be accountable for cybersecurity.

Module 2 - Cyber Risk Management: Incorporating cybersecurity into all early-stage business decisions.

Module 3 - Cyber Governance: Ensure the quality of policies and practices around the organisation's approach to limiting cyber risks following laws and industry standards.

Module 4 - Workforce Management: Ensuring the organistations cybersecurity investment goes beyond technical to include awareness, education, and training programs for employees.

Module 5 - Resilience & Crisis Management: Set up solid incident response policies and procedures to mitigate potential risks when breaches occur.

Who is this course suited to?

As experienced directors and senior managers, you understand the importance of navigating risks, however cybersecurity may feel like a complex and winding road. This course draws on the Cybersecurity Capability Maturity Model (C2M2), a respected and internationally trusted framework that helps organisations evaluate their cybersecurity capabilities. By the end of this course, you'll be equipped to navigate the complexities of cybersecurity oversight with confidence and clarity and engage with your company's cybersecurity experts, internal auditors, and risk managers effectively.

What are the course credentials?

If after completing the the five (5) modules, you would like to receive a Digital Badge, you will need to complete and submit the final assessment. The task required is a case study where you can apply the knowledge you have learnt. Please note that the final assessment is optional.

Should you successfully complete and pass the assessment task you will be awarded a certificate of completion and a Digital Badge.

What does my course schedule look like?

You will engage with the online course through various learning materials such as videos, text, and interactive activities. You will also have the opportunity to participate in a number of knowledge checks throughout the course that allows you to self-check what you have learnt (please note these are not assessed). There will also be facitilated discussions that allow for open questions and comments on the course and module content. Details regarding these sessions will be available in the course site and are not compulsory.

Who are the course facilitators?

This course has been developed by Dr. Ernest Foo and Dr. Mukhtar Hussain, experts in the field of Cybersecurity.

Dr. Foo's extensive research in cyber-physical systems security, combined with Dr. Hussain's expertise in network security and anomaly detection, ensures a rigorous and comprehensive learning experience.

Professor Ernest Foo

Professor, School of Information & Communication Technology

Nathan Campus

Email: e.foo@griffith.edu.au

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Dr Mukhtar Hussain

Research Fellow, School of Information & Communication Technology

Nathan Campus

Email: mukhtar.hussain@griffith.edu.au

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