Description

A tailored course, built for your situation

Direct ownership of DORA compliance deliverables from first assessment to regulator submission

Build auditable, regulator-ready DORA evidence packages that stand on their own

$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 alignment on DORA evidence scope across legal, security, and engineering teams

The situation this course is for

Teams delay submissions waiting for cross-functional consensus. Evidence packages lack consistency. Regulator follow-ups expose gaps in documentation ownership.

Who this is for

Senior technical leader in a financial institution required to comply with DORA, managing cross-functional dependencies while owning technical delivery

Who this is not for

Junior compliance staff, standalone auditors, or consultants without direct system ownership

What you walk away with

Produce complete DORA evidence packages independently, from control mapping to submission
Receive direct escalations from peer teams on compliance gaps without routing through governance intermediaries
Deliver regulator-facing review materials that require no rework after internal sign-off
Lead internal DORA assessments using repeatable templates aligned to EBA guidelines
Document decision trails that survive leadership transitions and auditor follow-ups

The 12 modules (with all 144 chapters)

Module 1. DORA Scope Definition

Identify in-scope ICT services and legal entities under EBA oversight with precision

12 chapters in this module

Define materiality thresholds
Map critical dependencies
Classify third-party risk level
Set boundary for internal systems
Align with FFIEC overlap points
Document rationale for exclusions
Secure early sign-off from compliance
Integrate with existing SOX controls
Track versioning of scope artifacts
Prepare for regulator follow-up questions
Use precedent from peer institutions
Update scope with system changes

Module 2. ICT Risk Assessment Execution

Run defensible risk assessments for in-scope services using DORA-mandated methodology

12 chapters in this module

Identify threat sources
Assess likelihood and impact
Document inherent risk rating
Map controls to reduce residual risk
Apply EBA-defined scenarios
Validate with red team input
Document analyst judgments
Include supply chain considerations
Maintain audit trail of decisions
Template assessment workpapers
Align with NIST CSF tiers
Submit for internal peer review

Module 3. Incident Classification Workflow

Classify ICT incidents per DORA Article 15 with regulator-grade consistency

12 chapters in this module

Detect qualifying events
Determine materiality criteria
Apply EBA severity matrix
Classify as Level 1 or Level 2
Initiate internal reporting chain
Preserve forensic data
Document initial assessment
Escalate to competent authority
Track 24-hour notification window
Prepare follow-up updates
Archive classification rationale
Audit trail completeness check

Module 4. Escalation Handling from Peer Teams

Own incoming escalations on control gaps with documented resolution pathways

12 chapters in this module

Receive peer team findings
Validate issue severity
Assign remediation owner
Set resolution timeline
Document compensating controls
Track progress in dashboard
Escalate blockers early
Maintain issue register
Link to DORA control framework
Update risk posture accordingly
Report status to leadership
Close loop with originator

Module 5. Internal Audit Preparation

Produce evidence packages that pass internal audit scrutiny without rework

12 chapters in this module

Map controls to DORA articles
Gather evidence proactively
Standardize evidence format
Verify completeness threshold
Pre-audit walkthrough process
Assign evidence owners
Use automated collection tools
Cross-reference with SOC 2
Handle auditor exceptions
Document control effectiveness
Archive for multi-cycle reuse
Update annually with changes

Module 6. Regulator Submission Package

Assemble regulator-ready dossiers with narrative clarity and structural integrity

12 chapters in this module

Compile required documentation
Order artifacts logically
Write executive summary
Include control mappings
Attach risk assessment outputs
Insert incident response logs
Add third-party attestations
Format for EBA portal upload
Validate file types and sizes
Include metadata tagging
Submit test package early
Confirm receipt with authority

Module 7. Third-Party Oversight Execution

Enforce DORA requirements across vendors with legal and technical precision

12 chapters in this module

Identify DORA-relevant vendors
Amend contract clauses
Conduct onboarding assessments
Schedule periodic reviews
Monitor performance metrics
Enforce incident reporting
Verify audit rights
Assess subcontractor flowdown
Track compliance exceptions
Manage termination triggers
Document oversight activities
Report issues to management

Module 8. Resilience Testing Program

Design and run DORA-compliant resilience tests with documented follow-through

12 chapters in this module

Define test objectives
Select test type: tabletop or live
Include third parties in scope
Schedule with business units
Conduct scenario execution
Capture participant actions
Identify improvement areas
Assign action items
Track closure progress
Report outcomes to leadership
Archive test documentation
Plan next cycle frequency

Module 9. Internal Governance Reporting

Deliver concise, actionable updates to internal risk committees

12 chapters in this module

Summarize compliance status
Highlight key risks
Show remediation progress
Call out emerging issues
Benchmark against peers
Use standardized metrics
Attach supporting evidence
Present mitigation plans
Request leadership decisions
Archive presentation decks
Maintain version history
Update dashboard visuals

Module 10. Control Mapping Maintenance

Sustain accurate mappings between DORA requirements and implemented controls

12 chapters in this module

Link controls to articles
Identify coverage gaps
Assign control owners
Verify operating effectiveness
Update for regulatory changes
Cross-map to ISO 27001
Integrate with GRC platform
Automate evidence collection
Run quarterly validation
Document rationale for mappings
Handle control exceptions
Report status to auditors

Module 11. Evidence Collection Automation

Reduce manual effort in evidence gathering while increasing consistency

12 chapters in this module

Identify automatable controls
Select integration points
Configure data pipelines
Validate output accuracy
Secure storage of artifacts
Set refresh schedules
Handle access revocation
Monitor pipeline health
Test before audit cycles
Document system design
Align with data governance
Maintain logs of extraction

Module 12. Sustainability and Handover

Ensure compliance knowledge persists beyond individual contributors

12 chapters in this module

Document institutional knowledge
Train backup personnel
Standardize playbooks
Archive key decisions
Update onboarding materials
Conduct peer reviews
Rotate responsibilities
Test continuity plan
Collect feedback loops
Version control documentation
Preserve rationale notes
Plan for leadership changes

How this maps to your situation

First DORA assessment cycle
Mid-year regulator inquiry
Third-party audit request
Leadership transition in compliance team

Before vs. after

Before

DORA compliance requires heavy coordination across teams, leading to delayed submissions and repeated rework during audits

After

You own complete DORA deliverables end to end, producing regulator-ready packages independently and receiving direct escalations from peer teams

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, optimized for senior practitioners with existing domain knowledge

If nothing changes

Continued reliance on cross-functional alignment slows response time, increases rework, and positions compliance as reactive rather than a technical leadership function

How this compares to the alternatives

Unlike generic compliance training, this course focuses exclusively on DORA-mandated artifacts and decision ownership, with templates modeled on actual regulator submissions from Tier 1 institutions

Frequently asked

How is the course structured?

12 modules, each containing 12 chapters (144 chapters total).

Are the templates regulator-approved?

Templates are modeled on submissions accepted by EBA-recognized authorities and refined through peer validation across financial institutions.

Can I use this if my organization uses ISO 27001?

Yes, module 10 includes cross-mapping guidance between DORA and ISO 27001 control sets.

$199 one-time. Approximately 3 hours per module, optimized for senior practitioners with existing domain knowledge.

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