Cybersecurity is one of the most vital fields that continues to grow in importance with the increasing reliance on technology and digital systems across all sectors. Maintaining a secure digital environment requires adopting advanced standards and techniques to protect data, networks, and systems from cyberattacks. The Cybersecurity Based on U.S. Standards, offered by The British Academy for Training and Development, aims to provide participants with in-depth knowledge on how to apply established U.S. cybersecurity standards, such as NIST and ISO 27001, to enhance protection against the growing cyber threats.

This course covers a range of fundamental topics designed to build the capacity of individuals and organizations to protect systems from cyberattacks and combat the latest forms of hacking. The course also provides the best global practices and innovative techniques used to mitigate cybersecurity risks, with a focus on the importance of adhering to U.S. standards that ensure effective and sustainable information security.

Who Should Attend?

• Cybersecurity experts looking to update their skills and learn about the latest U.S. standards in the field.
• IT professionals involved in securing networks and systems within organizations.
• Information security managers who make strategic decisions about cybersecurity strategies in organizations.
• IT consultants providing advice on cybersecurity solutions and information protection needs.
• Developers specializing in software and systems who need to know how to integrate cybersecurity solutions into their software products.

Knowledge and Benefits:

After completing the program, participants will be able to master the following:

• Enable participants to understand and deepen their knowledge of U.S. cybersecurity standards.
• Enhance skills in applying advanced protection techniques to secure networks and systems against attacks.
• Enable a rapid and effective response to cyberattacks through the application of efficient strategies and techniques.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory frameworks and security standards such as NIST and ISO 27001.
• Develop skills in auditing and investigating cyber incidents and analyzing vulnerabilities.

• The Importance of Cybersecurity in the Digital Age
  • The role of cybersecurity in protecting information.
  • The impact of cyberattacks on organizations.
  • The relationship between cybersecurity and technological advancement.
• Overview of Common Cyber Threats
  • Malware attacks: viruses, malware, and ransomware.
  • Network-based attacks: DDoS and phishing.
  • Internal threats: leaks and breaches from within the organization.
• Key U.S. Cybersecurity Standards
  • NIST: Cybersecurity standards.
  • FISMA: Risk assessment and data protection in government agencies.
  • How to implement U.S. standards within organizations.

• Types of Cyber Threats
  • Advanced Persistent Threats (APT).
  • Attacks on mobile devices and the Internet of Things (IoT).
  • Threats targeting big data.
• Encryption Techniques and Data Protection
  • Encryption methods: AES, RSA, and other techniques.
  • Protecting data during transmission and storage.
  • Digital signatures and their role in ensuring security.
• Identity and Access Management (IAM)
  • The concept of IAM.
  • Tools used for IAM.
  • How to implement IAM in large organizations.

• Setting Up Firewalls and Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS)
  • Types of firewalls and how to configure them.
  • Intrusion Detection and Prevention Systems (IDS/IPS).
  • Using firewalls to mitigate cyber threats.
• Securing Networks Using Advanced Tools
  • Virtual Private Networks (VPNs) and how to use them.
  • Advanced security techniques like NAC and SDN.
  • Network monitoring tools for detecting abnormal activities.
• Responding to Network Attacks
  • Mitigating DDoS attacks and ways to protect against them.
  • Strategies to prevent Man-in-the-Middle (MITM) attacks.
  • Rapid response to security threats on the network.

• Responding to Cybersecurity Incidents
  • How to assess the damage after an attack.
  • Developing a crisis response plan.
  • Coordinating with different teams during an incident.
• Developing an Emergency Response Plan
  • Designing a cybersecurity emergency response plan.
  • Defining roles and responsibilities during incidents.
  • The importance of regular testing of the emergency plan.
• Auditing and Investigating Security Incidents
  • Cyber incident analysis techniques.
  • Tools used in cyber investigations.
  • How to document and investigate incidents to extract lessons learned.

• Developing Secure Applications
  • Securing software during the development process.
  • Secure coding techniques.
  • Tools for testing applications to detect vulnerabilities.
• Software Testing for Vulnerabilities
  • Common security testing tools like OWASP ZAP.
  • Penetration testing and how to use it for vulnerability detection.
  • Source code analysis to identify security flaws.
• Securing Applications Against Common Attacks
  • Defending against SQL Injection attacks.
  • Protecting applications from Cross-Site Scripting (XSS).
  • Techniques to prevent data leakage from applications.

• Cybersecurity Regulatory Standards
  • ISO 27001 and the Information Security Management System (ISMS).
  • Implementing the NIST Cybersecurity Framework.
  • Understanding and applying privacy and data protection laws.
• Compliance with Legal Frameworks like GDPR and FISMA
  • GDPR compliance and its implications for organizations.
  • FISMA regulations and their impact on government institutions.
  • Preparing for compliance audits and risk assessments.
• Improving Cybersecurity Strategies
  • Evaluating the effectiveness of cybersecurity strategies.
  • Enhancing security across networks and applications.
  • Future trends in cybersecurity and how to prepare for them.