The Building European Cybersecurity Policies course, offered by the British Academy for Training and Development, aims to equip participants with the essential knowledge and skills needed to develop and implement cybersecurity policies in compliance with European standards and regulations. As cyber threats continue to evolve, organizations must create effective cybersecurity policies that align with European laws and frameworks to protect sensitive data, networks, and infrastructure.

This course focuses on helping participants understand the core concepts of cybersecurity policies, while providing practical guidance on how to design policies that comply with European regulations such as GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation), the NIS Directive (EU Cybersecurity Act), and the standards set by ENISA (European Union Agency for Cybersecurity). By the end of the course, participants will be able to apply flexible, scalable cybersecurity strategies to protect their organizations from emerging threats, while ensuring full legal compliance.

Who Should Attend?

• Cybersecurity managers and professionals in government and private organizations.
• Specialists in governance, risk management, and compliance within cybersecurity.
• Privacy and compliance officers working in legal and regulatory environments.
• IT managers and network security professionals.
• Cybersecurity policy coordinators and consultants.

Knowledge and Benefits:

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

• Provide comprehensive knowledge on developing cybersecurity policies aligned with European standards.
• Enable participants to understand European cybersecurity legislation and how to apply it in practice.
• Teach participants how to create policies for incident response and data protection.
• Develop skills necessary to design and manage information protection strategies against cyber threats.
• Enhance participants' ability to assess and mitigate cybersecurity risks, applying appropriate security strategies.

• Understanding Cybersecurity Policies

  • Defining cybersecurity policies and their objectives.
  • The difference between cybersecurity policies and cybersecurity strategies.
  • The role of cybersecurity policies in protecting data and information.

• European Legislation on Cybersecurity

  • Overview of GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation).
  • The NIS Directive and its impact on organizations.
  • The role of ENISA in setting cybersecurity policy standards across Europe.

• The Importance of Compliance with European Regulations

  • The impact of compliance with European regulations on data protection.
  • The legal consequences of non-compliance with European standards.
  • Ensuring compliance through effective cybersecurity policies.

• Designing Cybersecurity Policies

  • Identifying the key goals of a cybersecurity policy.
  • Understanding the risks that need to be addressed by policies.
  • Drafting cybersecurity policies tailored to an organization’s needs.

• Core Components of Cybersecurity Policies

  • Defining the scope and objectives of cybersecurity policies.
  • Establishing preventive measures and incident response mechanisms.
  • Creating awareness and training strategies for staff.

• Policy Planning and Documentation

  • How to document policies clearly and transparently.
  • Integrating cybersecurity policies into organizational structures.
  • The importance of regularly updating policies.

• Identifying Cybersecurity Risks

  • Risk assessment techniques in cybersecurity.
  • Recognizing the types of risks organizations face in cyberspace.
  • Identifying critical assets that need protection.

• Managing and Mitigating Risks

  • Strategies for reducing cybersecurity risks in the workplace.
  • Evaluating the effectiveness of existing security measures.
  • Implementing appropriate security controls to mitigate risks.

• Monitoring Cybersecurity Risks and Response

  • Using tools and techniques for monitoring and tracking risks.
  • Conducting regular security tests to evaluate policy effectiveness.
  • Responding to emerging threats through proactive measures.

• Compliance with GDPR

  • Understanding the fundamentals of GDPR and its impact on cybersecurity policies.
  • Implementing GDPR standards for data protection.
  • Enhancing transparency and consent in data collection.

• Individual Rights under GDPR

  • The right to access and the right to erasure of data.
  • Processing data according to the principles of data minimization and storage limitation.
  • Handling individual requests concerning their data rights.

• Data Protection Compliance Procedures

  • Establishing policies and procedures to ensure GDPR compliance.
  • Ensuring proper documentation of security measures and compliance reports.
  • Implementing internal audits for data protection and security.

• Designing Cybersecurity Incident Response Policies

  • Identifying types of cybersecurity incidents and how to address them.
  • Developing an incident response plan for the organization.
  • Establishing a cybersecurity response team.

• Cybersecurity Crisis Management

  • Steps to manage crises during cybersecurity breaches.
  • Coordinating with relevant stakeholders during a cyber crisis.
  • Effective communication during and after a cybersecurity incident.

• Post-Incident Evaluation and Damage Assessment

  • Conducting post-incident analyses to identify vulnerabilities.
  • How to improve policies based on lessons learned from incidents.
  • Implementing changes and improvements in response to incidents.

• Reviewing and Evaluating the Effectiveness of Cybersecurity Policies

  • Measuring the impact of cybersecurity policies on organizations.
  • Tools and techniques for evaluating the effectiveness of cybersecurity policies and risk controls.
  • Conducting regular audits of cybersecurity policies to ensure they are up-to-date.

• Continuous Improvement Strategy

  • The importance of continuous improvement in cybersecurity policies.
  • Using audit results and feedback for policy enhancement.
  • Developing a culture of improvement within cybersecurity management.

• Adapting to Future Cybersecurity Challenges

  • Keeping up with global cybersecurity trends and developments.
  • Adapting policies to emerging technologies like artificial intelligence and blockchain.
  • Preparing for future cybersecurity threats and ensuring resilience.