Course

Course Summary
Credit Type:
Course
ACE ID:
SKIL-0265
Organization:
SkillSoft Corporation
Location:
Online
Length:
Self-Paced (13.5 hours)
Dates Offered:
Credit Recommendation & Competencies
Level Credits (SH) Subject
Lower-Division Baccalaureate 3 Information Security Management
Description

Objective:

The objective of this course is to dive into the prevailing myths and misconceptions that swirl around the topic information security, and learn to distinguish fact from fiction. Gain a robust understanding of the various facets of information security, ranging from infrastructure, cloud, and application security to incident response, and how each component is critical in crafting a comprehensive Infosec strategy.

Learning Outcomes:

  • recognize common elements of information security and the elements of an InfoSec team
  • exhibit the qualities of a good security leader
  • understand the scope of infosec risk tolerance
  • plan and guide the enterprise through the infosec planning process
  • assess the management landscape of infosec and have a firm grasp of the components of a well-run infosec practice
  • identifying risks in an organization
  • manage a project to minimize risk and maximize quality
  • develop and support an Agile mindset
  • apply data analysis and root cause analysis in Six Sigma
  • manage for operational excellence and enabling business process improvement
  • recognize the importance of information security and the key roles and responsibilities required to protect an organization

General Topics:

  • An Introduction to InfoSec
  • Elements of InfoSec and InfoSec Teams
  • Proactive InfoSec Leadership
  • Managing Enterprise InfoSec Risks & Risk Tolerance InfoSec Crisis Management & Incident Response
  • Information Security Practices
  • Identifying Risks in Your Organization
  • Managing a Project to Minimize Risk and Maximize Quality
  • Taking Your Team to the Next Level with Delegation
  • Developing and Supporting an Agile Mindset
  • Data Analysis and Root Cause Analysis in Six Sigma
  • Managing for Operational Excellence
  • Enabling Business Process Improvement
Instruction & Assessment

Instructional Strategies:

  • Computer Based Training
  • Laboratory
  • Practical Exercises

Methods of Assessment:

  • Examinations

Minimum Passing Score:

70%
Supplemental Materials