DIGT055 - Driving Organizational Cybersecurity Outcomes – Program Development and Measurement

Course Description

Equip yourself with the knowledge and tools needed to design, implement, and measure effective organizational cybersecurity programs. Participants will learn to leverage risk-based frameworks, set measurable objectives, and develop strong business cases for cybersecurity initiatives, ensuring alignment with compliance requirements and overall business objectives. The course is ideal for individuals seeking to lead or contribute to cybersecurity management through evidence-based program development and continuous improvement. 

Course Outline

• Gain an introduction to cybersecurity program development and measurement 
• Identify risk-based needs for organizational cybersecurity 
• Define strategic cybersecurity program outcomes 
• Leverage industry frameworks and compliance requirements 
• Design program goals, objectives, and key performance indicators (KPIs)  
• Identify implementation barriers and change management strategies 
• Draft and present a business case for cybersecurity programs 

Learner Outcomes

• Define and articulate risk-based needs for cybersecurity programs
• Integrate cybersecurity objectives with organizational goals
• Apply industry frameworks and standards to program design
• Develop SMART program goals and meaningful KPIs 
• Create high-level designs for cybersecurity program components 
• Analyze and address barriers to implementation, including change management 
• Develop comprehensive business cases demonstrating return on investment and risk reduction 
• Communicate program value and outcomes effectively to executive stakeholders 

Applies Towards the Following Certificates

• Managing Organizational Cybersecurity and Compliance Micro-credential : Core Courses