A tailored course, built for your situation
Mastering CIS Controls for Senior R&D Engineers in MedTech
Turn foundational security frameworks into strategic leverage for higher-impact innovation work
$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.
Struggling to get buy-in for secure-by-design principles in fast-moving R&D environments?
The situation this course is for
Engineers often find their security-forward proposals delayed or diluted due to misalignment with compliance expectations. The gap isn't technical, it's influence.
Who this is for
Senior R&D Engineers in regulated medical technology who lead innovation projects requiring security, compliance, and speed
Who this is not for
Entry-level developers, IT support staff, or non-technical compliance officers without hands-on R&D experience
What you walk away with
- Lead security integration in early-phase device development using CIS Controls as a strategic enabler
- Produce repeatable, auditable control documentation that accelerates regulatory submissions
- Position yourself as the go-to engineer for cross-functional initiatives involving FDA, ISO 13485, and premarket scrutiny
- Consistently gain access to innovation projects with larger budgets and executive sponsorship
- Reduce rework cycles by aligning design sprints with baseline security compliance from day one
The 12 modules (with all 144 chapters)
Module 1. Introduction to CIS Controls in Medical Device R&D
Establish the role of CIS Controls as a foundation for secure innovation in regulated environments. Understand how alignment accelerates approvals and builds trust across teams.
12 chapters in this module
- Defining CIS Controls in context
- Relevance to medical device development
- Mapping controls to FDA expectations
- Security as innovation enabler
- Case study Medtronic infusion pump
- Integrating controls early
- Common misconceptions clarified
- Regulatory synergy with ISO 13485
- Control maturity tiers explained
- From checklist to strategy
- Building cross-functional credibility
- Setting personal success metrics
Module 2. CIS Control 1 Inventory and Device Management
Master accurate tracking of hardware and software assets across the development lifecycle, ensuring consistent compliance and audit readiness.
12 chapters in this module
- Asset discovery methods
- Automated device detection
- Software bill of materials
- Integration with Jira workflows
- Version control mapping
- Secure configuration baselines
- Firmware tracking strategies
- Decommissioning protocols
- Audit trail generation
- Device ownership assignment
- Policy enforcement tools
- Real-time monitoring setup
Module 3. CIS Control 2 Secure Configuration for Hardware and Software
Implement secure-by-default configurations in development environments, reducing vulnerabilities before deployment.
12 chapters in this module
- Hardening operating systems
- Secure coding standards
- Default password policies
- Application whitelisting
- Secure boot processes
- Firmware signing enforcement
- Remote access controls
- Configuration drift detection
- Patch management cadence
- DevSecOps integration
- Automated compliance checking
- Validation testing routines
Module 4. CIS Control 3 Continuous Vulnerability Management
Integrate proactive scanning and remediation into development sprints to maintain control integrity through rapid iteration.
12 chapters in this module
- Vulnerability scanning tools
- Static code analysis setup
- Dynamic application testing
- Prioritizing CVE severity
- Integration with CI/CD
- Remediation workflows
- False positive reduction
- Reporting to compliance teams
- Threshold setting for risk
- Automated ticket creation
- Developer feedback loops
- Monthly validation cycles
Module 5. CIS Control 4 Controlled Use of Administrative Privileges
Enforce least privilege in R&D environments to minimize risk while maintaining innovation velocity.
12 chapters in this module
- Role-based access design
- Just-in-time elevation
- Privileged session logging
- Break-glass account setup
- Multi-factor enforcement
- Admin rights revocation
- Peer approval workflows
- Escalation tracking
- Session monitoring tools
- Automated privilege audits
- Developer exception handling
- Time-limited access grants
Module 6. CIS Control 5 Secure Authentication
Design and implement strong authentication mechanisms aligned with medical device security standards.
12 chapters in this module
- Multi-factor authentication
- Biometric integration
- Certificate-based login
- Single sign-on design
- Passwordless systems
- Authentication logging
- Fallback mechanism design
- User identity verification
- Session timeout policies
- Smartcard deployment
- Token management
- Authentication audit trails
Module 7. CIS Control 6 Network Monitoring and Defense
Deploy active network defense strategies tailored to lab and test environments in device R&D.
12 chapters in this module
- Network segmentation basics
- Intrusion detection setup
- Encrypted traffic analysis
- Threat intelligence feeds
- SIEM integration
- Anomaly detection rules
- Firewall policy alignment
- Wireless network security
- VPN access controls
- Zero trust architecture
- Network activity baselines
- Incident escalation paths
Module 8. CIS Control 7 Email and Web Browser Protections
Secure communication endpoints used in R&D collaboration without slowing down development.
12 chapters in this module
- Phishing-resistant email
- Link scanning methods
- Attachment sandboxing
- Browser extension controls
- DNS filtering setup
- Reputation-based blocking
- URL rewriting tools
- User training simulations
- Click tracking analytics
- Automated takedown workflows
- Web proxy integration
- Secure browsing policies
Module 9. CIS Control 8 Malware Defense
Build resilient anti-malware strategies that protect development assets without disrupting workflows.
12 chapters in this module
- Endpoint protection platforms
- Behavioral detection
- Signature updates
- Quarantine procedures
- Threat containment
- Rollback protocols
- Memory scanning
- Rootkit detection
- Cloud workload protection
- Patch deployment coordination
- Malware simulation testing
- Forensic analysis basics
Module 10. CIS Control 9 Data Recovery and Backup
Ensure continuous availability and integrity of critical R&D data through automated, verifiable backup systems.
12 chapters in this module
- Automated backup schedules
- Incremental vs full backups
- Encryption at rest
- Air-gapped storage
- Version retention policies
- Recovery testing
- RPO and RTO alignment
- Cloud backup integration
- Immutable storage setup
- Backup validation scripts
- Disaster recovery playbooks
- Chain-of-custody logging
Module 11. CIS Control 10 Secure Development Lifecycle
Embed security checks directly into device development processes from concept to clinical testing.
12 chapters in this module
- Threat modeling integration
- Security requirements drafting
- Code review checklists
- Penetration testing planning
- Third-party component vetting
- Secure design patterns
- Risk-based prioritization
- Architecture review boards
- Security gates in sprints
- Traceability to FDA submissions
- Audit-ready documentation
- Post-market surveillance linkage
Module 12. CIS Control 11 Supply Chain Risk Management
Evaluate and monitor third-party components and vendors to meet medical device security and regulatory expectations.
12 chapters in this module
- Vendor security assessment
- Component origin tracking
- SBOM generation
- Contractual security clauses
- Third-party audit rights
- Sub-tier visibility
- Risk scoring models
- Remediation coordination
- Transparency enforcement
- Ongoing monitoring
- Incident response alignment
- Exit strategy planning
How this maps to your situation
- Early-phase device design
- Regulatory preparation
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Post-market security assurance
Before vs. after
Before
Reactive security integration, fragmented documentation, limited influence on project selection
After
Proactive control embedding, audit-ready artefacts, preferred access to high-budget innovation initiatives
What's included with your purchase
- 12 modules with 12 chapters each (144 chapters total)
- 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: 6-8 hours of focused learning, designed to fit around R&D delivery cycles.
If nothing changes
Without structured control integration, engineers risk exclusion from strategic projects, increased rework, and reduced influence in high-visibility device development cycles.
How this compares to the alternatives
Unlike generic compliance courses, this program is tailored to medical device R&D engineers who need actionable, implementation-ready knowledge , not theory. It delivers specific, verifiable outcomes aligned with real-world project demands.
Frequently asked
Is this course relevant if I’m not in cybersecurity?
Yes , it’s designed specifically for R&D engineers who lead innovation in regulated environments and need to integrate security frameworks without slowing development.
How is the course structured?
12 modules, each containing 12 chapters (144 chapters total).
Does this cover FDA or ISO 13485 requirements?
Yes , the course maps CIS Controls to FDA expectations and ISO 13485 alignment, focusing on practical application in device development.
$199 one-time. 6-8 hours of focused learning, designed to fit around R&D delivery cycles..
Within 24 hours your account in the learning environment is provisioned and the tailored implementation playbook is delivered alongside it.
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