Security Policies and Procedures: Detailed documentation of your organization's cybersecurity policies and procedures, including how you protect data, manage access controls, and respond to incidents.
Risk Assessments: Reports or summaries of risk assessments that identify potential vulnerabilities and threats to your systems, including how these risks are mitigated.
Incident Reports: Information about any recent security incidents, including what occurred, how it was handled, and the steps taken to prevent recurrence.
Data Handling Practices: Detailed descriptions of how data is collected, stored, processed, and transmitted. This includes data encryption methods, data retention policies, and disposal practices.
Compliance Certifications: Evidence of compliance with relevant cybersecurity standards and regulations, such as ISO/IEC 27001, NIST Cybersecurity Framework, GDPR, HIPAA, or others.
Third-Party Security Measures: Information about the security practices of third-party vendors or partners who have access to your systems or data. This includes any relevant security audits or certifications they might hold.
Employee Training Programs: Details on cybersecurity training programs for employees, including frequency and content covered, to ensure they are aware of and adhere to security practices.
Introduction
Cyber Threat Landscape
Core Principles of Cyber Security
Components of Cyber Security
a. Network Security
b. Endpoint Security
c. Application Security
d. Data Security
e. Identity and Access Management (IAM)
f. Cloud Security
g. Incident Response and Management
h. Security Operations Center (SOC)
i. Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC)
Cybersecurity Best Practices
a. Employee Training and Awareness
b. Security Assessments and Audits
c. Backup and Recovery
d. Patch Management
e. Third-Party Risk Management
What is Cyber Security?
Cybersecurity refers to the practice of protecting computer systems, networks, and data from digital attacks.
Why is Cyber Security important?
Cyber Security is important to protect sensitive data, maintain business continuity, and safeguard against financial loss and reputational damage caused by cyberattacks
What is a Security Operations Center (SOC)?
A Security Operations Center (SOC) is a centralized unit that monitors and manages an organization's security posture, detecting, analyzing, and responding to cybersecurity incidents.
What is a vulnerability assessment and why is it important?
A vulnerability assessment is the process of identifying and prioritizing vulnerabilities in computer systems, networks, and applications. It is important for identifying potential entry points for cyberattacks and addressing them before they are exploited.
What are the common types of cyber threats?
Common cyber threats include: Malware (viruses, worms, ransomware) Phishing and social engineering attacks