The topic of Cyber Security has permeated every aspect of today’s business operations. Yet, with all the discussions and awareness on the topic, why is it that significant data breaches continue to occur?  There are steps corporations can take to reduce the risk of data leaks. 

This course takes you through a variety of steps your organization can take to protect its systems and data. We delve into understanding the concepts behind cyber security that may impact your workplace. We discuss simple controls that can be implemented, critical monitoring that should be performed and important training that needs to occur.

Learning Objectives
  • Recognize Cyber Security Risks
  • Identify Security Controls to mitigate the risks
  • Explore the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Cyber Security Framework
  • Discover the Cyber Security Risk Assessment Process
Last updated/reviewed: March 12, 2024
27 Reviews (130 ratings)

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5
Member's Profile
Very comprehensive and imfo content The instructor explained all topics in the course in easy and friendly manner I highly recommend this course to everyone who seeks cybersecurity course or to fulfill isaca cpe for isca certifications. Many thanks to illumeo All your courses are excellent and comprehensive in all fields.
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Anonymous Author
Very informative course that one can use not only for place of business but also for personal. The course gives great examples of risk one needs to be aware of and how to mitigate. The slides were very clear, and the instructor did a great job explaining. She's very knowledge in the subject matter.
5
Member's Profile
Nice use of humor to keep the course interesting and make some points. Any presentation that has Dilbert in it is easy to pay attention to. Great overview of information security, with actionable suggestions and places to look for more information.
5
Member's Profile
I really enjoyed the course and wish I could get my hands on that spreadsheet. It really shows how all of the compliance requirement are really the same.
4
Anonymous Author
This course provided me a good insight into the awareness to cyber security threats and the actions to be taken to guard against the threats.Well done!!!
5
Member's Profile
A nice process for identifying and educating your organizatiion on cybersecurity risks. I took away some good resources for further study.
5
Anonymous Author
good use of principles and topics at the right level. Clear discussion of risk assessment. topics were right for starting level course
4
Anonymous Author
This course provides an understanding of the risks and vulnerabilities of Information Systems and how to perform good Cybersecurity.
4
Member's Profile
Mapping the NIST Cybersecurity Framework to other frameworks seems like it would simplify quite a few compliance issues.
4
Member's Profile
Great work Wendy. I have been enjoying the relevancy of your material to my IT Governance Audit work. Thank you!
5
Member's Profile
Excellent straightforward introduction to cybersecurity and the associated frameworks for addressing risks.
5
Member's Profile
Can use the info in reference to SSAE16. Very useful spreadsheets that would be worth looking into.
5
Anonymous Author
Program materials were relevant and contributed to the achievement of the learning objectives
5
Anonymous Author
I wanted to learn more on cybersecurity and this course is a good start. I got a good intro.
5
Member's Profile
A quick informative overview about cyber security and how to protect a company network.
5
Member's Profile
This was a good course. Would recommend anyone needing CISA CPE to take this course.
5
Anonymous Author
Good overview of basic cybersecurity risks and the ways to mitigate those risks.
5
Member's Profile
Great "real-world" information that can be used for both business and personal.
5
Member's Profile
Nice general review of cybersecurity basics. Instructor is easy to listen to.
5
Member's Profile
This was a good refresher on cybersecurity and the material was well covered.
5
Anonymous Author
Good course with helpful information. Good use of humor by presenter.
5
Member's Profile
Very good information. I really appreciate the additional tools.
5
Member's Profile
Good course that met objectives. Well structured and presented.
5
Anonymous Author
This course provided a nice overview of cyber security risk.
5
Anonymous Author
Good overal lcourse, WEndi is the bomb.com Good work.
5
Anonymous Author
Very informative and well structured course. Good Job.
5
Anonymous Author
Great session on cyber security and well presented.
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Prerequisites
Course Complexity: Foundational

No advanced preparation or prerequisites are required for this course.

Education Provider Information
Company: Illumeo, Inc., 75 East Santa Clara St., Suite 1215, San Jose, CA 95113
Contact: For more information regarding this course, including complaint and cancellation policies, please contact our offices at (408) 400- 3993 or send an e-mail to .
Instructor for this course
  Course Overview CPE
Course Syllabus
INTRODUCTION AND OVERVIEW
  Introduction to What you need to know about Cybersecurity2:05
  Risks and Vulnerabilities13:47
  The Cyber Security Framework11:59
  The Cyber Security Framework (Continued)15:06
  Conclusion2:12
CONTINUOUS PLAY
  What you need to know about Cybersecurity 45:11
SUPPORTING MATERIALS
  Slides: What You Need To Know About CybersecurityPDF
  What You Need To Know About Cybersecurity Glossary/IndexPDF
REVIEW AND TEST
  REVIEW QUESTIONSquiz
 FINAL EXAMexam