Cyber Security for Finance Professionals
£5250.00
INTRODUCTION
As mobile banking and Internet banking become increasingly widespread, and information technology becomes ever more complex, cybersecurity in finance has emerged as an essential and business-critical field.
The financial services industry has witnessed the highest number of incidents and attacks, accounting for 17% of the total incidents across all markets. With a growing number of transactions conducted through mobile apps and the rise of virtual banks competing with traditional businesses, security is paramount to maintain a positive user experience and, most importantly, trust.
This training course, "Cyber Security for Finance Professionals," will cover the following key areas:
Finance Cybersecurity Fundamentals
Cybersecurity Framework
Cybersecurity Risk Assessment
Finance Cybersecurity Assessment
Cybersecurity Network Defence
TRAINING OBJECTIVES
Upon completing this five-day training course, participants will be able to:
Understand enterprise cybersecurity concerns.
Identify immediate security needs and take actionable steps.
Enhance security threat reduction capabilities.
Familiarise themselves with approaches and frameworks for effective cybersecurity practices.
WHO SHOULD ATTEND?
This training course is suitable for a wide range of professionals, with a particular focus on those responsible for safeguarding an organization's most critical data, including:
Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) and Chief Risk Officer
Security Analysts, Engineers, Architects, and Administrators
Corporate Strategists
Finance and IT Managers
Data Security & Protection Professionals
Software Developers
TRAINING METHODOLOGY
At Al-Majd Pathways Centre (APC), our training approach is dynamic and interactive, incorporating various styles such as presentations, discussions, group work, video clips, and individual tasks, as deemed appropriate for the participants. The training includes role-playing, short movies, and open discussions to enhance cybersecurity awareness. Delegates are encouraged to collaborate and explore different solutions for mitigating, detecting, and preventing cybersecurity threats.
TRAINING SUMMARY
This training course empowers participants to:
Gain a comprehensive understanding of cybersecurity.
Familiarise themselves with various cybersecurity testing methods.
Acquire a foundation in security architecture.
Master valuable system administration techniques for executives.
Explore the cybersecurity framework and its five core functions.
Discover how to establish or enhance a cybersecurity program.
Gain insight into cyber network defence and recognise how addressing the "weak link" can become an organization's greatest strength.
TRAINING OUTLINE
Day 1: Cybersecurity Fundamentals
Cybersecurity fundamentals.
The significance of cybersecurity in finance.
Understanding cybersecurity testing methods.
Basics of security architecture.
System administration for executives.
Recent cases of cybersecurity crimes.
Day 2: Cybersecurity Framework
Exploring the cybersecurity framework.
Determining the target state for cybersecurity.
The five core functions of the framework.
Establishing a cybersecurity program.
Enhancing an existing cybersecurity program.
Day 3: Cybersecurity Risk Analysis
Managing finance assets.
Risk assessment for finance transactions.
Identifying, analysing, and prioritising gaps.
Bridging gaps between current and target profiles.
Implementing action plans.
Workshop on cybersecurity risk assessment.
Day 4: Cyber Assessment
Cybersecurity capability maturity model (C2M2).
The power of measurement for finance processes.
Defining and monitoring metrics and KPIs for finance processes.
Monitoring and interpreting KPIs and Metrics.
Evaluating cybersecurity preparedness.
Workshop on creating a cybersecurity dashboard for a finance enterprise.
Day 5: Cybersecurity Network Defence
Social Engineering targeting customers and employees.
Safeguarding finance enterprise assets.
Root Cause Analysis, FMEA, FTA Analyses.
Evidence-based investigations.
Problem resolution with guidance and mentoring.
Workshop on learning from near misses.
Format: On-site and Online
Language(s): English and Arabic
Duration: One Week
Certificate of Completion: Upon successful completion of the program, participants will receive an Al-Majd Pathways Centre (APC) Certificate of Completion.