Introduction

The Certified Information Security Professional (CISP) program is an intensive training designed to provide participants with a strong foundation in information security management, governance, and technical controls. With cyber threats evolving rapidly, organizations need professionals who can design, implement, and manage effective information security strategies aligned with global best practices.

This 5-day program equips participants with the skills, methodologies, and frameworks required to safeguard critical data and IT infrastructures, preparing them for both real-world challenges and the CISP professional certification exam.

Objectives

By the end of this program, participants will be able to:

• Understand the principles, standards, and frameworks of information security.

• Identify vulnerabilities, risks, and threat models across IT systems.

• Apply risk management and compliance practices to ensure regulatory alignment.

• Implement technical and administrative controls for securing information assets.

• Manage incident response, digital forensics, and recovery planning.

• Prepare effectively for the CISP certification exam.

Course Methodology

The training combines:

• Expert-led lectures and discussions.

• Case studies from real-world cyber incidents.

• Group workshops and role-play exercises.

• Mock tests and practice questions aligned with the CISP exam.

Organizational Impact

Organizations that invest in this program will benefit from:

• Enhanced protection of critical IT and business data.

• Stronger compliance with international regulations and standards.

• Reduced risk of cyberattacks, data breaches, and operational disruptions.

• Increased confidence in IT governance and information assurance.

• A certified pool of internal professionals with advanced security knowledge.

Target Audience

This program is designed for:

• IT Security Officers and Managers.

• Cybersecurity Specialists and Analysts.

• IT Governance, Risk, and Compliance professionals.

• Network Administrators and System Engineers.

• Professionals preparing for the CISP certification exam.

Outlines

Day 1

Foundations of Information Security

• Introduction to CISP framework and exam domains

• Security governance, standards, and compliance

• Information security policies, procedures, and awareness

• Risk management fundamentals

Day 2

Security Architecture and Controls

• Security models and principles

• Identity and access management (IAM)

• Physical and environmental security

• Encryption and cryptographic systems

Day 3

Network and Systems Security

• Network architecture and secure protocols

• Firewalls, IDS/IPS, and endpoint security

• Securing operating systems and databases

• Cloud and virtualization security fundamentals

Day 4

Incident Management and Business Continuity

• Threat detection and incident response processes

• Digital forensics basics

• Disaster recovery and business continuity planning

• Case studies of major cyber incidents

Day 5

Exam Preparation & Simulation

• Review of key concepts and exam domains

• Practice exam questions and simulations

• Time management strategies for the exam

• Q&A and final wrap-up session