Comprehensive Risk Management: Mastering NERC CIP for Total Compliance and Security
Course Overview This comprehensive course is designed to equip participants with the knowledge and skills necessary to master the North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP) standards for total compliance and security. Participants will receive a certificate upon completion, issued by The Art of Service.
Course Features - Interactive and engaging learning experience
- Comprehensive and personalized course content
- Up-to-date and practical information on NERC CIP standards
- Real-world applications and case studies
- High-quality content developed by expert instructors
- Certificate of Completion issued by The Art of Service
- Flexible learning options, including online access
- User-friendly and mobile-accessible platform
- Community-driven discussion forums
- Actionable insights and hands-on projects
- Bite-sized lessons and lifetime access
- Gamification and progress tracking features
Course Outline Module 1: Introduction to NERC CIP
- Overview of NERC CIP standards
- History and evolution of NERC CIP
- Key concepts and terminology
- NERC CIP compliance requirements
Module 2: NERC CIP Standards
- NERC CIP-002: Cyber Security - Critical Cyber Asset Identification
- NERC CIP-003: Cyber Security - Security Management Controls
- NERC CIP-004: Cyber Security - Personnel and Training
- NERC CIP-005: Cyber Security - Electronic Security Perimeter(s)
- NERC CIP-006: Cyber Security - Physical Security of Critical Cyber Assets
- NERC CIP-007: Cyber Security - Systems Security Management
- NERC CIP-008: Cyber Security - Incident Reporting and Response Planning
- NERC CIP-009: Cyber Security - Recovery Plans for Critical Cyber Assets
- NERC CIP-010: Cyber Security - Configuration Change Management and Vulnerability Assessments
- NERC CIP-011: Cyber Security - Information Protection
Module 3: Risk Management and Compliance
- Risk management principles and practices
- NERC CIP compliance requirements and guidelines
- Risk assessment and mitigation strategies
- Compliance monitoring and enforcement
- Audit and assessment processes
Module 4: Cyber Security Fundamentals
- Cyber security basics: threats, vulnerabilities, and risks
- Network security fundamentals: firewalls, VPNs, and intrusion detection
- Cryptography and encryption techniques
- Access control and identity management
- Incident response and disaster recovery planning
Module 5: Physical Security and Access Control
- Physical security principles and practices
- Access control systems and technologies
- Biometric authentication and identification
- Surveillance and monitoring systems
- Physical security measures for critical infrastructure
Module 6: Incident Response and Recovery
- Incident response planning and procedures
- Incident classification and reporting
- Incident containment and eradication
- Recovery and restoration procedures
- Post-incident activities and lessons learned
Module 7: Configuration Change Management and Vulnerability Assessments
- Configuration change management principles and practices
- Vulnerability assessment and management
- Patch management and software updates
- Configuration management and version control
- Vulnerability scanning and penetration testing
Module 8: Information Protection and Privacy
- Information protection principles and practices
- Data classification and handling
- Access control and authorization
- Encryption and cryptography
- Incident response and breach notification
Module 9: NERC CIP Implementation and Maintenance
- NERC CIP implementation planning and strategies
- NERC CIP maintenance and updates
- Compliance monitoring and reporting
- Audit and assessment preparation
- Continuous improvement and lessons learned
Module 10: Case Studies and Group Discussions
- Real-world case studies of NERC CIP implementation and compliance
- Group discussions and sharing of best practices
- Q&A and feedback sessions
Certificate of Completion Upon completing the course, participants will receive a Certificate of Completion issued by The Art of Service. This certificate demonstrates the participant's knowledge and understanding of the NERC CIP standards and their ability to implement and maintain a comprehensive risk management program.,
- Interactive and engaging learning experience
- Comprehensive and personalized course content
- Up-to-date and practical information on NERC CIP standards
- Real-world applications and case studies
- High-quality content developed by expert instructors
- Certificate of Completion issued by The Art of Service
- Flexible learning options, including online access
- User-friendly and mobile-accessible platform
- Community-driven discussion forums
- Actionable insights and hands-on projects
- Bite-sized lessons and lifetime access
- Gamification and progress tracking features