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PECB NIST Cybersecurity Lead Implementer

Connect cybersecurity strategy, risks, controls and incident management with organisational needs using NIST publications.

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30 hours / 5 days
Three-hour PECB certification exam
Credential application based on experience
NIST-based cybersecurity

Connect cybersecurity programmes with risks and controls

NIST publications support a structured approach to cybersecurity risks and controls. Organisational objectives, assets and security needs guide programme planning.

PECB NIST Cybersecurity Lead Implementer training introduces NIST CSF, RMF, SP 800-53 and SP 800-171 approaches. Connect risk management, security controls, continuous monitoring and incident response.

Audience

Who is it for?

Managers and information security specialists planning and managing cybersecurity programmes
System administrators and network engineers working on security controls
Cybersecurity consultants and risk management specialists applying NIST approaches
Digital forensics and cyber incident response specialists investigating security incidents
Candidates preparing for the PECB NIST Cybersecurity Lead Implementer exam
Program flow

Course content

01
Module 1 Introduction to NIST Cybersecurity Approaches and Principles
  • Introduction to the training objectives and overall structure.
  • Review of information security and cybersecurity frameworks and standards.
  • Examination of NIST’s role and approach in cybersecurity.
  • Review of fundamental cybersecurity concepts and principles.
  • Analysis of the organisation and its operating context.
  • Definition of cybersecurity roles, responsibilities and authorities.
  • Development and implementation of a cybersecurity policy.
02
Module 2 Risk Management Strategy and Supply Chain Risk Management
  • Developing a cybersecurity risk management strategy.
  • Planning and implementing supply chain risk management processes.
  • Creating and managing an inventory of information assets.
  • Conducting cybersecurity risk assessments.
  • Reviewing and improving risk management processes.
03
Module 3 Selecting Security Controls, Awareness and Training, and Continuous Monitoring
  • Selecting and implementing security controls appropriate to organisational needs.
  • Planning and delivering cybersecurity awareness and training programmes.
  • Implementing and managing security measures effectively.
  • Establishing and managing continuous security monitoring processes.
04
Module 4 Cybersecurity Incident Management
  • Managing and analysing cybersecurity incidents.
  • Carrying out incident response, mitigation and reporting processes.
  • Performing recovery activities and reviewing lessons learned after incidents.
  • Course review and closing.
05
Module 5 Certification Exam
  • General preparation and review for the NIST Cybersecurity Lead Implementer certification exam.
What you will gain

Connect risk management with implementation and monitoring

Plan controls around organisational context, supply chain risks and assets, then connect awareness, monitoring and incident management with the programme.

01

Competency 1

Explain the role of NIST publications and fundamental principles in cybersecurity programmes.

02

Competency 2

Plan implementation around organisational context, roles and policies.

03

Competency 3

Connect risk strategy, supply chain risks, asset management and risk assessment.

04

Competency 4

Develop an approach to selecting, implementing and evaluating security controls.

05

Competency 5

Integrate awareness, training and continuous security monitoring into the programme.

06

Competency 6

Evaluate incident analysis, response, mitigation, reporting and recovery processes.

Selected PECB training

PECB NIST Cybersecurity Lead Implementer

A five-module programme based on NIST publications, covering organisational context, policies, risk strategy, supply chain risks, controls, awareness, continuous monitoring and incident management.

PECB NIST Cybersecurity Lead Implementer
Official digital badge available once certification requirements are met.

About the training

PECB NIST Cybersecurity Lead Implementer training covers organisational context, roles, policies, risk management and supply chain risks. It connects security controls, awareness and continuous monitoring.

The 30-hour, five-day programme consists of five detailed modules. It addresses incident analysis, response, mitigation, reporting and recovery; the final module covers certification examination and general preparation. The brochure specifies a three-hour exam.

Certificate

Candidates who pass the PECB NIST Cybersecurity Lead Implementer exam may apply for a credential appropriate to their experience. The Lead credential requires at least 5 years of professional experience, including 2 years in cybersecurity, at least 300 hours of relevant cybersecurity programme activities and acceptance of the PECB Code of Ethics. Passing the exam alone does not confer this credential; candidates without experience may consider the Provisional NIST Cybersecurity Implementer requirements.

The BT Akademi Achievement Certificate is a separate award. According to the supplied document, it is issued digitally with QR verification to participants who attend at least 80% of the training and successfully complete the assessments or projects required by the curriculum.

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