The Advanced Cybersecurity Risk Management Training Course offered by Oxford Training Centre provides in-depth expertise in identifying, assessing, and mitigating cyber risks in complex enterprise environments. Designed for cybersecurity leaders, IT risk professionals, compliance officers, and technical managers, this course focuses on building resilient organisations by applying risk-based methodologies, frameworks, and controls. As cyber threats evolve in sophistication and scale, there is a critical need to shift from reactive defence to strategic, anticipatory cyber risk planning.
Participants will explore a broad spectrum of threat vectors, regulatory frameworks, and governance strategies, learning how to implement robust cybersecurity risk registers, threat modelling techniques, and enterprise-wide protection protocols. The course also integrates practical applications of ISO/IEC 27005, NIST frameworks, zero trust models, and cyber resilience planning through real-world scenarios.
Positioned under IT and Computer Science Training Courses, this programme aims to advance cybersecurity maturity by aligning information security with enterprise risk strategy and critical asset protection. It emphasises regulatory compliance, stakeholder governance, and the effective prioritisation of risk mitigation actions in high-risk digital ecosystems.
Objectives
- Develop expertise in identifying, categorising, and prioritising cybersecurity risks across digital environments.
- Apply threat modelling and cyber risk assessment techniques using structured methodologies.
- Design and implement a cyber risk register aligned with business objectives.
- Integrate ISO/IEC 27005 and NIST cybersecurity frameworks into enterprise risk management practices.
- Establish a zero trust security architecture to reduce attack surfaces and lateral movement.
- Strengthen incident response planning and align it with business continuity management.
- Evaluate third-party cyber risks and establish vendor risk oversight mechanisms.
- Understand legal, regulatory, and compliance obligations across jurisdictions (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA).
- Build enterprise-wide cyber resilience and align it with operational risk frameworks.
- Develop strategic approaches for cybersecurity investment planning and resource allocation.
Target Audience
- Information security officers and IT risk managers responsible for enterprise cyber risk.
- CISOs, CTOs, and senior IT leadership seeking to align cybersecurity with business strategy.
- Governance, risk, and compliance (GRC) professionals managing regulatory and internal frameworks.
- Internal auditors and cybersecurity consultants conducting risk assessments and controls testing.
- Cybersecurity architects and incident response teams responsible for system resilience.
- Professionals involved in critical infrastructure protection or digital risk intelligence.
- Legal and compliance specialists managing cybersecurity obligations and risk disclosures.
- Professionals in industries such as finance, healthcare, transportation, and utilities facing high regulatory oversight.
How Will Attendees Benefit?
- Gain deep knowledge of cybersecurity risk assessment methods aligned with industry standards.
- Acquire skills in developing a comprehensive cyber risk register linked to business impact.
- Learn to model cyber threats using practical tools and real-world risk scenarios.
- Build organisational resilience through proactive risk mitigation and governance frameworks.
- Strengthen your organisation’s cybersecurity posture using ISO, NIST, and zero trust models.
- Improve readiness for cyberattacks with structured incident response and continuity plans.
- Address regulatory compliance requirements and prepare for external audits and reviews.
- Develop a risk-based approach to cybersecurity investment planning and resource allocation.
- Enable cross-functional collaboration on cyber risk management across IT, legal, and executive teams.
- Enhance the ability to communicate cyber risk exposure clearly to senior stakeholders.
Course Content
Module 1: Foundations of Cybersecurity Risk Management
- Understanding the cyber threat landscape and organisational risk exposure.
- Key concepts in cybersecurity risk assessment, mitigation, and monitoring.
- Relationship between cyber risk and enterprise risk management (ERM).
Module 2: Cyber Risk Assessment Methodologies
- Performing qualitative and quantitative cyber risk assessments.
- Mapping cyber risks to business impact and critical assets.
- Use of ISO/IEC 27005 and FAIR methodologies for structured assessments.
Module 3: Cyber Risk Registers and Documentation
- Creating and maintaining a comprehensive cyber risk register.
- Defining risk categories, likelihood, impact, and mitigation controls.
- Aligning risk registers with internal audit and governance protocols.
Module 4: Threat Modelling and Attack Surface Analysis
- Identifying threats using STRIDE, DREAD, and kill chain approaches.
- Modelling threat vectors in cloud, hybrid, and on-premise environments.
- Reducing exposure through architectural redesign and control implementation.
Module 5: Cybersecurity Frameworks and Standards
- Application of the NIST Cybersecurity Framework in enterprise contexts.
- ISO/IEC 27005 risk management principles and lifecycle integration.
- Mapping frameworks to business goals and regulatory requirements.
Module 6: Risk Mitigation Strategies and Controls
- Designing and implementing control measures to mitigate identified risks.
- Prioritising controls based on residual risk and resource availability.
- Balancing security investments with operational continuity and scalability.
Module 7: Zero Trust Security Architecture
- Principles of zero trust and perimeterless security models.
- Implementing identity, device, and network-level controls.
- Micro-segmentation, access governance, and continuous validation.
Module 8: Third-Party and Supply Chain Cyber Risk
- Evaluating external vendor and partner cybersecurity practices.
- Integrating third-party risk into procurement and onboarding processes.
- Creating service level agreements (SLAs) and compliance requirements.
Module 9: Regulatory Compliance and Legal Obligations
- Understanding cybersecurity obligations under GDPR, HIPAA, and sector-specific laws.
- Data privacy impact assessments and breach notification protocols.
- Audit readiness, documentation, and regulatory reporting practices.
Module 10: Incident Response and Business Continuity
- Developing and testing incident response plans for cyber breaches.
- Coordinating with legal, PR, and executive teams during incidents.
- Aligning business continuity and disaster recovery with risk scenarios.
Module 11: Cybersecurity Investment and Strategic Planning
- Cybersecurity budgeting and risk-based investment prioritisation.
- Evaluating ROI of security initiatives and tools.
- Reporting on cybersecurity risk and spend to executive leadership and boards.
Module 12: Cyber Governance and Risk Culture
- Establishing cyber governance committees and escalation procedures.
- Fostering a culture of cybersecurity awareness across the organisation.
- Aligning board-level oversight with enterprise cybersecurity strategy.