We provide virtual course about PECB Certified Lead Cybersecurity Manager in english. The Lead Cybersecurity Manager training course enables participants to obtain the necessary competencies to effectively implement, manage, and continually improve a cybersecurity program.
Course description:
Organizations nowadays are affected by the ever-evolving digital landscape and constantly face new threats and complex and sophisticated cyberattacks. There is a pressing need for skilled individuals capable of effectively managing and implementing robust cybersecurity programs to counter these threats. Our Lead Cybersecurity Manager training course has been developed to address this need.
By attending the PECB Certified Lead Cybersecurity Manager, participants will learn the fundamental cybersecurity concepts, strategies, methodologies, and techniques utilized to effectively establish and manage a cybersecurity program based on the guidance of international standards and industry best practices for cybersecurity.
Additionally, this training course empowers participants to enhance their organization’s readiness and resilience against cyber threats. Participants will be well-prepared to support their organization’s ongoing cybersecurity efforts and make valuable contributions in today’s ever-evolving cybersecurity landscape.
Course objectives:
Upon successfully completing the training course, participants will be able to:
• Explain the fundamental concepts, strategies, methodologies, and techniques employed to implement and manage a cybersecurity program.
• Explain the relationship between ISO/IEC 27032, NIST Cybersecurity Framework, and other relevant standards and framework.
• Comprehend the operation of a cybersecurity program and its components
• Support an organization in operating, maintaining, and continually improving their cybersecurity program
Course outline:
Day 1 - Introduction to cybersecurity and initiation of a cybersecurity program implementation:
• The course begins with an overview of the training objectives and structure, ensuring participants understand the learning journey and certification pathway. Participants are introduced to relevant standards and regulatory frameworks that influence cybersecurity governance and compliance. This provides context for how cybersecurity programmes align with legal, regulatory and industry expectations.
The day continues with fundamental cybersecurity concepts, establishing a shared understanding of terminology, threat landscapes and defensive strategies. Participants explore what constitutes a cybersecurity program, including its core components, objectives and integration into organisational strategy.
The organisation and its context are analysed to understand how internal and external factors influence cybersecurity requirements. The session concludes with a focus on cybersecurity governance, including leadership involvement, strategic oversight and accountability structures required to build a resilient cybersecurity posture.
Day 2 - Cybersecurity roles and responsibilities, risk management and attack mechanisms:
• This day focuses on defining cybersecurity roles and responsibilities within an organisation, clarifying accountability and operational ownership across functions. Participants examine asset management principles, including identifying, classifying and protecting critical information assets.
Risk management is explored in depth, covering identification, analysis and prioritisation of cyber risks in alignment with organisational objectives. The day also addresses common attack mechanisms, helping participants understand threat actors, techniques and vulnerabilities in order to better design defensive and preventive strategies.
Day 3 - Cybersecurity controls, communication, awareness and training:
• Participants explore the design and implementation of cybersecurity controls that mitigate identified risks and strengthen resilience. The importance of structured cybersecurity communication is emphasised, including reporting lines, escalation procedures and stakeholder engagement. Awareness and training programmes are examined as essential elements of organisational cybersecurity maturity, ensuring employees understand their responsibilities and actively contribute to risk reduction.
Day 4 - Cybersecurity incident management, monitoring and continual improvement:
• This day begins with ICT readiness in business continuity, exploring how cybersecurity integrates into resilience planning and operational continuity strategies. Participants examine cybersecurity incident management processes, including detection, response, containment and recovery. Testing practices in cybersecurity are reviewed to ensure preparedness and validate control effectiveness.
The course also covers measuring and reporting cybersecurity performance through metrics and key performance indicators. Finally, continual improvement mechanisms are discussed, emphasising monitoring, evaluation and structured enhancement of cybersecurity programmes. The training course concludes with a formal wrap-up of the learning objectives and key takeaways.
Day 5 - Certification Exam:
• The final day is dedicated to the certification examination. Participants complete the exam in accordance with the certification body’s procedures.
Target audience:
This training course is intended for:
• Managers and leaders involved in cybersecurity management
Individuals tasked with the practical implementation of cybersecurity strategies and measures.
• IT and security professionals seeking to advance their careers and contribute more effectively to cybersecurity efforts
• Professionals responsible for managing cybersecurity risk and compliance within organizations
• C-suite executives playing a crucial role in decision-making processes related to cybersecurity
Prerequisites:
• To fully benefit from this training course, participants should have a fundamental understanding of cybersecurity concepts and management.
Language:
• English course material and english speaking instructor
Certification:
For virtual courses we will send out a voucher that gives you access to an online exam. This can be booked and taken home monitored by a proctor via camera. More information about the exam rules will be send from PECB.