A tailored course, built for your situation
Implementation-Focused Cyber Tabletop Programs for Multi-Site Programs
Operationalize cyber resilience across distributed sites with precision and scalability
$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.
Running tabletop exercises that feel disconnected from real operations across sites
The situation this course is for
Professionals in multi-site environments often face challenges aligning cyber tabletop exercises with local workflows, compliance requirements, and incident response capabilities. Generic frameworks fail to account for regional variations, operational cadences, or cross-site communication gaps, leading to inconsistent execution and limited buy-in.
Who this is for
Business continuity leads, IT risk managers, and operational resilience professionals in organizations with three or more active sites requiring coordinated cyber preparedness
Who this is not for
Individuals seeking high-level awareness training or single-site tabletop design only
What you walk away with
- Design scalable cyber tabletop programs that maintain consistency across diverse operational environments
- Integrate compliance requirements (NIST, ISO, CIS) directly into exercise design
- Build role-specific playbooks for site leads, IT teams, and executive stakeholders
- Coordinate cross-site communication and escalation protocols pre-, during, and post-exercise
- Measure and report on program effectiveness using standardized KPIs and maturity benchmarks
The 12 modules (with all 144 chapters)
Module 1. Foundations of Multi-Site Cyber Tabletop Design
Establish core principles for designing cyber exercises that scale across locations and time zones.
12 chapters in this module
- Defining multi-site cyber resilience
- Key differences from single-site programs
- Stakeholder mapping across geographies
- Aligning with business continuity objectives
- Risk-based scenario prioritization
- Regulatory alignment across jurisdictions
- Establishing program governance
- Resource allocation models
- Centralized vs decentralized control
- Cross-functional team integration
- Program lifecycle overview
- Setting success criteria
Module 2. Scenario Development for Distributed Operations
Create realistic, operationally relevant cyber scenarios tailored to site-specific risks.
12 chapters in this module
- Identifying site-level threat profiles
- Mapping critical systems per location
- Developing localized incident triggers
- Incorporating supply chain dependencies
- Designing phased escalation paths
- Balancing realism and safety
- Scenario variation by region
- Time-zone-aware incident pacing
- Integrating third-party vendors
- Using historical incidents as templates
- Scenario versioning and updates
- Validation with local teams
Module 3. Exercise Planning and Scheduling Across Sites
Coordinate timing, participation, and logistics for seamless multi-site execution.
12 chapters in this module
- Creating a unified exercise calendar
- Managing time zone challenges
- Site-specific scheduling protocols
- Participant availability forecasting
- Pre-briefing coordination strategies
- Role assignment consistency
- Communication channel setup
- Technology stack requirements
- Hybrid virtual/in-person models
- Language and cultural considerations
- Resource sharing across sites
- Centralized tracking dashboard design
Module 4. Role-Specific Playbook Development
Build targeted guidance for each stakeholder group across locations.
12 chapters in this module
- Executive decision-making playbooks
- Site manager response protocols
- IT team escalation procedures
- Legal and compliance checklists
- HR involvement during incidents
- Vendor communication scripts
- Public affairs messaging templates
- Facilities coordination steps
- Finance and continuity funding paths
- Cross-site liaison roles
- Playbook customization per site
- Version control and updates
Module 5. Compliance and Regulatory Integration
Embed compliance requirements into every phase of the tabletop lifecycle.
12 chapters in this module
- Mapping NIST CSF to exercise design
- Incorporating ISO 27001 controls
- Aligning with CIS Critical Security Controls
- Demonstrating due diligence to auditors
- Documenting decision trails
- Handling cross-border data regulations
- Reporting to board and regulators
- Integrating SOX and HIPAA where applicable
- Maintaining audit-ready records
- Using exercises to close control gaps
- Regulatory change monitoring
- Compliance dashboard development
Module 6. Cross-Site Communication and Coordination
Enable clear, reliable communication during simulated incidents.
12 chapters in this module
- Establishing primary and backup channels
- Designing escalation trees
- Managing communication overload
- Using secure messaging platforms
- Coordinating war room setups
- Defining decision authority paths
- Handling conflicting site inputs
- Time-critical update protocols
- Language translation workflows
- Recording and sharing decisions
- Post-incident communication plans
- Feedback loops between sites
Module 7. Technology and Tooling for Distributed Exercises
Select and configure platforms that support multi-site delivery.
12 chapters in this module
- Evaluating exercise management platforms
- Integrating with existing ITSM tools
- Secure document sharing methods
- Real-time collaboration environments
- Using simulation inject tools
- Mobile access for field teams
- Offline capability planning
- Data privacy during simulations
- Platform access controls
- Vendor tool integration
- Custom dashboard creation
- Tooling cost-benefit analysis
Module 8. Execution and Facilitation at Scale
Lead multi-site exercises with confidence and consistency.
12 chapters in this module
- Facilitator training standards
- Central vs local facilitation models
- Managing parallel site activities
- Handling unexpected deviations
- Keeping pace across time zones
- Engaging remote participants
- Managing observer roles
- Inject delivery timing
- Monitoring decision quality
- Intervening without bias
- Capturing real-time observations
- Mid-exercise adjustments
Module 9. Evaluation and After-Action Reporting
Turn exercise insights into actionable improvements.
12 chapters in this module
- Designing evaluation rubrics
- Collecting qualitative feedback
- Quantifying response times
- Identifying decision bottlenecks
- Cross-site comparison metrics
- Root cause analysis techniques
- Prioritizing improvement items
- Creating executive summaries
- Site-specific follow-up plans
- Centralized reporting templates
- Benchmarking against peers
- Publishing lessons learned
Module 10. Continuous Improvement and Maturity Modeling
Evolve the program using feedback and maturity frameworks.
12 chapters in this module
- Establishing improvement cycles
- Using maturity models (CMMI, NIST)
- Tracking progress over time
- Setting annual program goals
- Incorporating new threats
- Updating scenarios and playbooks
- Measuring stakeholder engagement
- Adjusting frequency and scope
- Benchmarking against industry standards
- Integrating with enterprise risk
- Securing ongoing budget
- Recognizing team achievements
Module 11. Executive Engagement and Board Reporting
Communicate value and risk to leadership effectively.
12 chapters in this module
- Translating technical outcomes to business impact
- Designing board-ready summaries
- Highlighting risk reduction
- Connecting to strategic objectives
- Visualizing program maturity
- Reporting on investment ROI
- Preparing Q&A for leadership
- Incorporating tabletop results into risk registers
- Using simulations to inform strategy
- Building executive confidence
- Securing long-term sponsorship
- Aligning with enterprise resilience goals
Module 12. Sustaining and Scaling the Program
Ensure long-term success and adaptability.
12 chapters in this module
- Building internal facilitation capacity
- Knowledge transfer strategies
- Onboarding new sites
- Maintaining central oversight
- Updating for organizational changes
- Handling mergers and divestitures
- Expanding to new regions
- Integrating acquired teams
- Managing program documentation
- Ensuring funding continuity
- Celebrating program milestones
- Positioning as a leadership capability
How this maps to your situation
- Organizations expanding operations across regions
- Companies undergoing digital transformation with distributed IT
- Industries facing increased regulatory scrutiny on incident response
- Leaders building centralized resilience functions
Before vs. after
Before
Tabletop exercises are inconsistent across sites, with limited alignment to operations and compliance.
After
A unified, scalable cyber tabletop program delivers measurable readiness across all locations.
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 4-6 hours per module, designed for flexible, self-paced learning around operational commitments.
If nothing changes
Without a structured approach, organizations risk inconsistent responses during incidents, compliance gaps, and eroded stakeholder confidence, especially as operational complexity grows.
How this compares to the alternatives
Unlike generic cybersecurity courses or one-off workshop designs, this program delivers a fully scoped, implementation-grade framework tailored to multi-site challenges, with templates, playbooks, and governance models ready for deployment.
Frequently asked
Who is this course designed for?
Business continuity leads, IT risk managers, and operational resilience professionals in organizations with multiple active sites requiring coordinated cyber preparedness.
How is the course structured?
12 modules, each containing 12 chapters (144 chapters total).
Is there video content?
No, the course is text-based with downloadable templates and examples to support implementation.
$199 one-time. Approximately 4-6 hours per module, designed for flexible, self-paced learning around operational commitments..
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