Certified NIST Cybersecurity Consultant

- Executives or directors responsible for overseeing cybersecurity initiatives within their organizations
- System administrators and network engineers seeking a deeper understanding of security controls and risk management processes to adhere to NIST security standards
- Professionals involved in the development and implementation of cybersecurity programs
- Consultants and advisors who provide cybersecurity and compliance services, ensuring they stay up to date with the latest NIST frameworks and best practices
- Digital forensics and cybercrime investigators who need to understand the technical and regulatory aspects of cybersecurity frameworks to investigate and respond to security incidents comprehensively
- Individuals working in cybersecurity or information security who aim to enhance their understanding of NIST guidelines and develop practical skills in managing cybersecurity risks

- Discuss fundamental cybersecurity principles and concepts, including confidentiality, integrity, and availability, and how these principles are applied to protect information systems
- Explain key NIST publications, including NIST SP 800-12, NIST SP 800-53, the Risk Management Framework, NIST SP 800-171, and the NIST Cybersecurity Framework, and apply their guidance and requirements
- Implement a process to effectively monitor, assess, and manage security controls based on NIST publications
- Apply structured risk management techniques to identify, assess, and prioritize cybersecurity risks
- Develop risk mitigation strategies and implement risk treatment plans that align with NIST’s risk management recommendations, ensuring a balanced approach to risk reduction and resource allocation
- Design a cybersecurity program that aligns with the organization’s strategic goals and addresses specific security requirements

A fundamental understanding of cybersecurity principles and frameworks is required.

Exam Duration: 3 hours
Exam Format: Multiple-choice
Exam Domains:
Domain 1: Fundamental principles and concepts of cybersecurity
Domain 2: Planning an organizational strategy in cybersecurity
Domain 3: Implementing a cybersecurity program and security controls
Domain 4: Cybersecurity incident management
Domain 5: Cybersecurity incident response

- Certification and examination fees are included in the price of the training course.
- Participants will be provided with the training course material containing over 450 pages of explanatory information, examples, best practices, exercises, and quizzes.
- An attestation of course completion worth 31 CPD (Continuing Professional Development) credits will be issued to participants who have attended the training course.
- In case you fail the exam, you are eligible to retake the exam within a 12-month period from the date the coupon code is received.