A tailored course, built for your situation
Mastering CIS Controls for Chief Privacy and Compliance Officers
Own the escalation path for regulator-facing reviews and peer-team referrals
$199 one-time
24-hour access provisioning
30-day money-back guarantee
Hand-built implementation playbook
12 modules. 12 chapters per module. 144 chapters total.
12 modules, each with 12 chapters (144 chapters total), text-based, plus downloadable templates and a hand-built implementation playbook delivered alongside course access.
Being bypassed on high-impact compliance escalations despite seniority
The situation this course is for
Even seasoned officers miss referral loops for M&A due diligence and regulatory reviews because their framework fluency isn't visibly mapped to real-time decision circuits.
Who this is for
Chief Privacy and Compliance Officers in regulated enterprises who own SOX, HIPAA, and CCPA frameworks and are expected to lead during transactional or regulatory stress points.
Who this is not for
Individual contributors without decision authority over compliance frameworks or escalation routing.
What you walk away with
- Hands-on templates that align CIS Controls v8 with privacy incident response workflows
- Referral-ready documentation packs for M&A due diligence cycles
- Direct mapping from control implementation to regulator-facing reporting lanes
- Proven artefacts to share with audit and risk partners ahead of joint reviews
- Repeatable escalation routing logic adopted by peer teams
The 12 modules (with all 144 chapters)
Module 1. Foundations of CIS Controls v8 in Privacy Context
Map core CIS Controls to privacy-specific risks in healthcare and compliance environments. Understand how 20 critical controls prioritize data integrity, access governance, and audit readiness in regulated settings.
12 chapters in this module
- Control 1: Inventory of Authorized Devices
- Control 2: Inventory of Authorized Software
- Control 3: Secure Configurations for Hardware
- Control 4: Secure Configurations for Software
- Control 5: Account Management
- Control 6: Access Control
- Control 7: Continuous Vulnerability Management
- Control 8: Malware Defenses
- Control 9: Data Protection
- Control 10: Limitation and Control of Network Ports
- Control 11: Secure Configurations for Network Devices
- Control 12: Boundary Defense
Module 2. CIS Controls and Regulatory Alignment
Align CIS Controls with HIPAA, SOX, and CCPA requirements. Build crosswalks that show regulators how technical controls support compliance outcomes.
12 chapters in this module
- Mapping to HIPAA Security Rule
- SOX 404 ITGC alignment
- CCPA data inventory linkages
- NIST 800-53 parallel controls
- SOC 2 Trust Services Criteria mapping
- GDPR Article 32 integration
- Audit trail expectations
- Data retention linkages
- Incident response coordination
- Cross-border data flow controls
- Breach notification triggers
- Third-party risk alignment
Module 3. Implementation Planning for Enterprise Rollout
Develop phased rollout plans for CIS Controls across multi-site operations. Focus on change management, stakeholder buy-in, and measurable control adoption.
12 chapters in this module
- Stakeholder identification
- Business unit engagement plan
- Control implementation timeline
- Resource allocation model
- Internal comms strategy
- Training rollout calendar
- Tooling requirements
- Vendor coordination plan
- Metrics dashboard design
- Policy integration roadmap
- Legal alignment checkpoints
- Board-level update schedule
Module 4. Asset and Data Inventory for Compliance
Implement Control 1 and Control 2 with healthcare-specific asset taxonomies. Build inventory systems that feed into audit, privacy, and security functions.
12 chapters in this module
- Medical device classification
- Software inventory taxonomy
- Cloud workload identification
- Shadow IT detection protocol
- Legacy system tagging
- Data flow mapping method
- Data classification schema
- Encryption status tracking
- Access log integration
- Asset ownership assignment
- Decommissioning workflow
- Third-party asset oversight
Module 5. Secure Configuration Management
Apply CIS Benchmarks to servers, desktops, and network devices. Use automated tools to enforce configuration standards across environments.
12 chapters in this module
- CIS Benchmarks overview
- Server configuration profiles
- Desktop lockdown settings
- Mobile device policies
- Network device hardening
- Firewall rule review
- Cloud configuration rules
- Configuration drift detection
- Change approval workflow
- Emergency access protocol
- Audit logging setup
- Compliance validation cycle
Module 6. Account and Access Control Governance
Implement least privilege and role-based access. Automate provisioning, de-provisioning, and access reviews for compliance audit readiness.
12 chapters in this module
- Role definition framework
- Access request workflow
- Privileged account policy
- Multi-factor authentication rollout
- SSO integration plan
- Access review schedule
- Emergency access controls
- Segregation of duties rules
- Service account management
- Cloud IAM policy
- Third-party access controls
- Access log retention
Module 7. Vulnerability and Patch Management
Operationalize continuous vulnerability scanning and prioritize remediation based on risk to data privacy and system integrity.
12 chapters in this module
- Vulnerability scanner selection
- Scan frequency schedule
- Criticality scoring model
- Patch deployment workflow
- Emergency patch protocol
- Third-party software tracking
- Zero-day response plan
- Vendor disclosure process
- Threat intelligence integration
- Remediation SLA definition
- Escalation path for critical flaws
- Monthly reporting template
Module 8. Audit Log Management and Monitoring
Implement centralized logging and monitoring. Ensure logs meet regulatory requirements for retention, accessibility, and integrity.
12 chapters in this module
- Log source identification
- Centralized logging setup
- Retention period configuration
- Log access controls
- SIEM integration
- Anomaly detection rules
- Incident correlation
- Forensic readiness checklist
- Regulatory reporting exports
- Third-party audit access
- Log integrity verification
- Quarterly review process
Module 9. Data Protection and Loss Prevention
Apply encryption, DLP, and data classification to protect sensitive information across systems and workflows.
12 chapters in this module
- Data classification framework
- Encryption in transit
- Encryption at rest
- DLP policy rules
- Email security controls
- Removable media policy
- Cloud storage protection
- Data exfiltration detection
- Backup encryption
- Data destruction standard
- Third-party data handling
- Breach simulation test
Module 10. Incident Response and Recovery
Develop and test incident response plans aligned with CIS Control 19. Ensure readiness for data breaches, ransomware, and system compromises.
12 chapters in this module
- Incident response team roles
- Detection protocols
- Containment procedures
- Eradication steps
- Recovery plan
- Communication plan
- Regulatory notification process
- Legal counsel engagement
- Post-incident review
- Ransomware response flow
- Tabletop exercise design
- Annual test requirement
Module 11. Third-Party and Supply Chain Risk
Assess and monitor third-party vendors using CIS Controls. Establish due diligence processes that prevent downstream compliance failures.
12 chapters in this module
- Vendor risk categorization
- Due diligence questionnaire
- Contractual controls
- Audit rights definition
- Ongoing monitoring
- Sub-processor oversight
- Breach notification clause
- Security certification review
- Performance scorecard
- Exit strategy planning
- Insurance review
- Annual reassessment
Module 12. Continuous Improvement and Maturity
Measure and improve CIS Controls implementation. Use metrics and feedback to advance from basic compliance to operational resilience.
12 chapters in this module
- Maturity model application
- Internal assessment process
- Gap remediation tracking
- Benchmarking against peers
- Executive reporting
- Training refresh cycle
- Policy update workflow
- Control automation roadmap
- Innovation pilot planning
- Lessons learned integration
- Annual review cycle
- Future state vision
How this maps to your situation
- During M&A due diligence
- Preparing for regulator review
- Responding to peer-team escalation
- Leading cross-functional compliance project
Before vs. after
Before
Waiting for peer teams to escalate high-impact compliance work, with no formal pathway to lead.
After
First called when M&A deals break, regulator reviews loom, or peer teams hit complexity, owning the escalation path.
What's included with your purchase
- 12 modules with 12 chapters each (144 chapters)
- Downloadable templates and worked examples for every module
- Hand-built implementation playbook delivered alongside course access
- 30-day money-back guarantee
Delivery and format
- Course and learning environment access provisioned within 24 hours of purchase
- Hand-built implementation playbook delivered alongside course access
Format: Text-based modules and chapters in the Art of Service learning environment, plus downloadable templates and worked examples for every chapter, plus the hand-built implementation playbook delivered alongside course access.
Time investment: Approximately 3 hours per module, with self-paced progression and immediate access to all materials.
If nothing changes
Continue missing referral loops for mission-critical reviews, letting others shape the narrative on privacy controls during transactional or regulatory events.
How this compares to the alternatives
Unlike generic compliance trainings, this course delivers role-specific artefacts that position you as the default escalation point for high-stakes reviews and transactions.
Frequently asked
Who is this course designed for?
Chief Privacy Officers and Compliance Leaders who lead during M&A, regulatory reviews, and cross-functional escalations.
How is the course structured?
12 modules, each containing 12 chapters (144 chapters total).
Does the course include practical tools?
Yes, downloadable templates, worked examples, and a hand-built implementation playbook are included.
$199 one-time. Approximately 3 hours per module, with self-paced progression and immediate access to all materials..
Within 24 hours your account in the learning environment is provisioned and the tailored implementation playbook is delivered alongside it.
30-day money-back guarantee·
144 chapters·
Hand-built playbook included·
Account access within 24 hours