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Cybersecurity Compliance Framework, Standards & Regulations

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Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

  • Define fundamental concepts of cybersecurity, including governance, risk management, compliance, AI ethics, and the audit process.

  • Identify cybersecurity laws and regulations, both at a national and international level and comprehend their implications for organizations.

  • Explore industry standards and their significance in cybersecurity practices and gain insights into the COBIT framework and SOC reports.

  • Apply cybersecurity industry standards and best practices to mitigate risks, enhance security, and ensure compliance through audit processes.

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There are 5 modules in this course

Cyber threats present a constant challenge today, costing billions and affecting everyone, from governments to small businesses. Are you ready to contribute to the solution?

This course will provide you with a deep understanding of cybersecurity principles, industry standards, regulations, and audit processes. You will explore the fundamental concepts of information security and compliance, covering topics such as governance, risk, compliance, cybersecurity frameworks, and process management. You will also learn about IT service management and explore the NIST risk management framework and AI ethical considerations. You will gain insights into cybersecurity laws and regulations, focusing on both US and global perspectives, including HIPPA, GDPR, and PCI DSS. Additionally, you will familiarize yourself with the audit processes using the COBIT framework and SOC reports. You will also explore prominent standards such as OWASP, ISO, and IEEE, learning how to apply them effectively. Throughout this five-module self-paced course, you will engage in interactive activities to apply your knowledge in real-world scenarios. You will also complete a final project to test your skills and showcase your understanding. Join us on this cybersecurity journey!

Information security and compliance are essential aspects for organizations that want to protect their sensitive data and adhere to regulations. This module provides a comprehensive overview of the guidelines, practices, policies, and technologies involved in safeguarding digital assets. First, you’ll be introduced to the Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) strategy and tools. Then, you’ll learn about the NIST Cybersecurity Framework or CSF 2.0, which guides organizations in managing cybersecurity risks. You’ll also gain insights into CSF components, functions, and tier levels. Further, you are going to learn about security compliance that helps organizations protect their data, assets, and reputation, as well as about the repercussions of non-compliance with laws, regulations, or industry standards. You will also gain knowledge regarding the use of standardized processes in an organization that allows for a centralized structure and the concepts of automation and orchestration, which are essential to cybersecurity, streamlining processes, and reducing manual intervention. Finally, you learned about change management, which helps you adapt to new technologies and regulations.

What's included

8 videos2 readings4 assignments1 discussion prompt7 plugins

8 videosβ€’Total 50 minutes
  • Course Introductionβ€’4 minutes
  • Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC)β€’6 minutes
  • Governance Componentsβ€’6 minutes
  • NIST Cybersecurity Framework β€’6 minutes
  • Elements of Effective Security Complianceβ€’8 minutes
  • Standardize Processes β€’6 minutes
  • Automation and Orchestrationβ€’7 minutes
  • Change Managementβ€’8 minutes
2 readingsβ€’Total 6 minutes
  • Course Overviewβ€’2 minutes
  • Module 1 Summary: Introduction to Information Security and Complianceβ€’4 minutes
4 assignmentsβ€’Total 60 minutes
  • Module 1 Graded Quiz: Introduction to Information Security and Complianceβ€’30 minutes
  • Practice Quiz: Governance, Risk, and Complianceβ€’10 minutes
  • Practice Quiz: Cybersecurity Frameworkβ€’10 minutes
  • Practice Quiz: Security Management and Oversightβ€’10 minutes
1 discussion promptβ€’Total 10 minutes
  • (Optional) CSF Implementationβ€’10 minutes
7 pluginsβ€’Total 46 minutes
  • Reading: Helpful Tips for Course Completionβ€’3 minutes
  • Reading: GRC Tools β€’5 minutes
  • Activity: Applying GRC Conceptsβ€’5 minutes
  • Reading: Aligning to the NIST Cybersecurity Frameworkβ€’5 minutes
  • Activity: Align to the NIST Cybersecurity Frameworkβ€’15 minutes
  • Reading: Asset Managementβ€’7 minutes
  • Module 1 Glossary: Introduction to Information Security and Complianceβ€’6 minutes

This module offers a comprehensive introduction to IT service management (ITSM), risk management, and ethical considerations in artificial intelligence (AI). Participants will explore key frameworks and processes essential for effective IT service delivery, risk mitigation, and ethical AI implementation. Through a combination of videos, readings, activities, and quizzes, participants will gain practical insights into ITIL, risk management frameworks, and AI ethics.

What's included

6 videos1 reading4 assignments1 discussion prompt7 plugins

6 videosβ€’Total 44 minutes
  • Information Technology Infrastructure Library (ITIL) Overviewβ€’7 minutes
  • Key ITIL Processesβ€’9 minutes
  • Risk Managementβ€’9 minutes
  • Third-Party Risk Assessment and Managementβ€’7 minutes
  • AI Ethicsβ€’8 minutes
  • How to Implement AI Ethicsβ€’4 minutes
1 readingβ€’Total 3 minutes
  • Module 2 Summary: Foundations of IT Service Management and Risk Governance β€’3 minutes
4 assignmentsβ€’Total 60 minutes
  • Module 2 Graded Quiz: Foundations of IT Service Management and Risk Governance β€’30 minutes
  • Practice Quiz: Information Technology Infrastructure Library (ITIL)β€’10 minutes
  • Practice Quiz: Risk Managementβ€’10 minutes
  • Practice Quiz: AI Ethics and Governance β€’10 minutes
1 discussion promptβ€’Total 10 minutes
  • (Optional) Foundations of IT Service Management and Risk Governance β€’10 minutes
7 pluginsβ€’Total 45 minutes
  • Activity: Identify the ITIL Phasesβ€’5 minutes
  • Reading: ITIL Process Implementationβ€’5 minutes
  • Reading: Risk Analysisβ€’5 minutes
  • Activity: Accept, Transfer, Avoid, or Mitigate?β€’5 minutes
  • Reading: EU AI Act β€’5 minutes
  • Activity: Applying AI Ethics β€’15 minutes
  • Module 2 Glossary: Foundations of IT Service Management and Risk Governance β€’5 minutes

This module provides an in-depth exploration of cybersecurity laws and regulations, focusing on both US and global perspectives. Participants will gain insights into key legislations such as HIPAA, GDPR, and PCI DSS and learn how to ensure compliance with these regulations. Through a combination of videos, readings, activities, and quizzes, participants will develop a comprehensive understanding of legal frameworks governing cybersecurity.

What's included

3 videos1 reading3 assignments1 discussion prompt7 plugins

3 videosβ€’Total 20 minutes
  • Overview of US Cybersecurity Laws and Regulations β€’7 minutes
  • HIPAA Security Ruleβ€’6 minutes
  • Overview of Global Cybersecurity Laws and Regulations β€’7 minutes
1 readingβ€’Total 2 minutes
  • Module 3 Summary: Understanding Cybersecurity Laws and Regulations β€’2 minutes
3 assignmentsβ€’Total 50 minutes
  • Module 3 Graded Quiz: Understanding Cybersecurity Laws and Regulationsβ€’30 minutes
  • Practice Quiz: US Cybersecurity Laws and Regulationsβ€’10 minutes
  • Practice Quiz: Global Cybersecurity Laws and Regulationsβ€’10 minutes
1 discussion promptβ€’Total 10 minutes
  • (Optional) Cybersecurity Lawsβ€’10 minutes
7 pluginsβ€’Total 55 minutes
  • Reading: HIPAA Cybersecurity Guidanceβ€’5 minutes
  • Activity: Apply HIPAA Guidelinesβ€’15 minutes
  • Reading: US Laws and Regulations Cheat Sheetβ€’5 minutes
  • Reading: Applying Global Cybersecurity Laws and Regulationsβ€’5 minutes
  • Activity: Apply Global Cybersecurity Laws and Regulationsβ€’5 minutes
  • Reading: Global Cybersecurity Laws and Regulations Cheat sheet β€’5 minutes
  • Module 3 Glossary: US Cybersecurity Laws and Regulationsβ€’15 minutes

This module delves into the landscape of cybersecurity standards and audits, providing participants with a comprehensive understanding of industry standards and audit processes. Participants will explore prominent standards such as OWASP, NIST, ISO, and IEEE and learn how to apply them effectively. Additionally, the course covers security control audits, COBIT framework, and SOC reports to ensure participants grasp the auditing process. Through videos, readings, activities, and quizzes, participants will gain practical knowledge to enhance cybersecurity practices.

What's included

6 videos1 reading3 assignments1 discussion prompt7 plugins

6 videosβ€’Total 42 minutes
  • Industry standards  β€’8 minutes
  • NIST, ISO, and IEEE Overviewβ€’7 minutes
  • Security Control Audits β€’7 minutes
  • Performing a Security Auditβ€’8 minutes
  • ISACA Frameworksβ€’6 minutes
  • SOC Reportsβ€’7 minutes
1 readingβ€’Total 3 minutes
  • Module 4 Summary: Understanding Cybersecurity Standards and Auditsβ€’3 minutes
3 assignmentsβ€’Total 50 minutes
  • Module 4 Graded Quiz: Understanding Cybersecurity Standards and Auditsβ€’30 minutes
  • Practice Quiz: Cybersecurity Industry Standardsβ€’10 minutes
  • Practice Quiz: Auditsβ€’10 minutes
1 discussion promptβ€’Total 10 minutes
  • (Optional) Conducting Security Auditsβ€’10 minutes
7 pluginsβ€’Total 40 minutes
  • Reading: OWASP Use Casesβ€’5 minutes
  • Activity: Applying OWASP Standardsβ€’5 minutes
  • Reading: NIST Standards  β€’5 minutes
  • Reading: ISO Standardsβ€’5 minutes
  • Reading: IEEE Standardsβ€’5 minutes
  • Reading: COBIT β€’5 minutes
  • Module 4 Glossary: Understanding Cybersecurity Standards and Auditsβ€’10 minutes

In this module, you will complete a final project where you will have an opportunity to demonstrate your understanding of Cybersecurity Frameworks, Risk Management, and Standards and Regulations.

What's included

1 video2 readings1 app item2 plugins

1 videoβ€’Total 5 minutes
  • Course Summaryβ€’5 minutes
2 readingsβ€’Total 5 minutes
  • Congratulations and Next Stepsβ€’3 minutes
  • Thanks from the Course Teamβ€’2 minutes
1 app itemβ€’Total 30 minutes
  • Final Projectβ€’30 minutes
2 pluginsβ€’Total 30 minutes
  • Final Project Overviewβ€’15 minutes
  • Final Project Scenariosβ€’15 minutes

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Reviewed on Mar 6, 2023

This is one of the best courses I have attended. I learned a lot in the Cybersecurity field. I thought I knew much in this subject until I took this course. I love it.

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Reviewed on Jul 14, 2022

My faviorite course of the series so far. It felt like more of an accoumplishment then the past courses, because this one actually gets into the various methods of protecting data/systems/network.

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Reviewed on Jul 22, 2025

Awesome Course Although a little boring in perspective of less activity to perform through learning but it lays great foundational concept in mind with a Final project to apply it on

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