A tailored course, built for your situation
Mastering NIS2 and DORA Compliance Automation
A structured path to automating regulatory resilience for modern security leaders
$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.
Compliance fatigue from manual controls is slowing down your resilience roadmap.
The situation this course is for
You're leading at the intersection of risk, regulation, and execution , but legacy compliance methods rely on spreadsheets, siloed teams, and reactive audits. This creates drag on innovation, increases exposure, and undermines stakeholder trust. The pressure to prove compliance under NIS2 and DORA is real, but doing it manually doesn’t scale.
Who this is for
Strategic CISOs and risk leads driving automation in regulated environments, especially those bridging technical controls and board-level reporting.
Who this is not for
Entry-level analysts or teams relying solely on third-party consultants for compliance.
What you walk away with
- Map NIS2 and DORA requirements directly to automated technical controls
- Reduce audit preparation time by at least 60% using structured templates
- Integrate compliance into continuous security operations
- Build board-ready reports that reflect real-time control health
- Deploy a repeatable compliance automation framework aligned with C.A.G.E. principles
The 12 modules (with all 144 chapters)
Module 1. Foundations of NIS2 and DORA
Establish a common language for compliance automation. Define scope, obligations, and strategic alignment with enterprise risk. Clarify differences between advisory frameworks and enforceable mandates. Set the stage for automation-first execution.
12 chapters in this module
- NIS2 scope definition
- DORA regulatory pillars
- Compliance vs resilience
- Automation readiness
- Risk-based prioritization
- Control mapping basics
- Jurisdictional nuances
- Obligation tracking
- Stakeholder alignment
- Evidence lifecycle
- Audit expectations
- Framework interoperability
Module 2. Automated Control Design
Translate regulatory clauses into machine-enforceable policies. Learn how to decompose high-level requirements into technical checks. Use logic trees to ensure coverage without over-engineering. Build maintainable, auditable control logic.
12 chapters in this module
- Control decomposition
- Policy as code basics
- Logic tree modeling
- Threshold definition
- Event sourcing
- Automated evidence
- Control ownership
- Version control
- Change management
- Exception handling
- False positive reduction
- Control validation
Module 3. C.A.G.E. Framework Integration
Apply the C.A.G.E. methodology to compliance workflows. Embed Continuous, Automated, Governance, and Evidence layers into existing security operations. Align with Shamus’s public positioning on strategic resilience.
12 chapters in this module
- C.A.G.E. overview
- Continuous monitoring
- Automated enforcement
- Governance layering
- Evidence aggregation
- Cycle timing
- KPI definition
- Dashboard integration
- Cross-domain alignment
- Incident linkage
- Reporting cadence
- Stakeholder views
Module 4. Cloud-Native Compliance Patterns
Extend compliance automation into cloud environments. Use native tools to enforce configuration standards. Map cloud service roles to regulatory duties. Maintain consistency across hybrid deployments.
12 chapters in this module
- Cloud control matrix
- IAM alignment
- Configuration drift
- Resource tagging
- Logging standards
- Secrets management
- Network segmentation
- Auto-remediation
- Cloud audit trails
- Compliance pipelines
- Multi-cloud strategy
- Vendor risk linkage
Module 5. Third-Party Risk Automation
Automate vendor compliance validation. Integrate assessment data with real-time monitoring. Reduce reliance on questionnaires. Enforce contractual obligations through technical controls.
12 chapters in this module
- Vendor classification
- Questionnaire automation
- Evidence validation
- Contractual triggers
- Risk scoring
- Continuous monitoring
- Sub-processor tracking
- Onboarding workflows
- Offboarding checks
- Performance metrics
- SLA enforcement
- Reassessment cycles
Module 6. Board-Ready Reporting
Transform technical data into strategic insights. Design dashboards that speak to executives. Automate report generation. Ensure transparency without oversimplification.
12 chapters in this module
- Executive summary design
- Risk heat mapping
- Control coverage metrics
- Trend analysis
- Incident linkage
- Benchmarking
- Narrative framing
- Visual clarity
- Update frequency
- Audit trail access
- Confidentiality levels
- Feedback loops
Module 7. Incident Response Alignment
Link compliance controls to incident workflows. Ensure breaches trigger automatic compliance notifications. Integrate with DORA’s incident reporting timelines.
12 chapters in this module
- Incident classification
- Regulatory thresholds
- Notification triggers
- Automated logging
- Chain of custody
- Response coordination
- Evidence preservation
- Post-mortem linkage
- Regulator comms
- Timeline validation
- Lessons integration
- Process refinement
Module 8. Audit Preparation Automation
Eliminate last-minute evidence gathering. Automate documentation workflows. Pre-validate control effectiveness. Reduce auditor follow-up.
12 chapters in this module
- Audit scope mapping
- Evidence inventory
- Automated collection
- Validation workflows
- Gap identification
- Remediation tracking
- Audit trail access
- Interview prep
- Documentation standards
- Version control
- Timeline alignment
- Feedback integration
Module 9. Identity and Access Compliance
Enforce least privilege at scale. Automate access reviews. Link IAM data to compliance reporting. Detect anomalies in real time.
12 chapters in this module
- Role definition
- Access certification
- Privileged accounts
- Segregation of duties
- Just-in-time access
- Session monitoring
- Anomaly detection
- Review automation
- Orphaned accounts
- Lifecycle integration
- Access revocation
- Audit logging
Module 10. Data Residency and Sovereignty
Map data flows to jurisdictional rules. Automate residency checks. Enforce storage policies. Maintain compliance across borders.
12 chapters in this module
- Data classification
- Jurisdiction mapping
- Transfer mechanisms
- Encryption standards
- Residency enforcement
- Cross-border alerts
- Processor agreements
- Audit rights
- Data deletion
- Backup compliance
- Cloud region rules
- Legal hold
Module 11. Continuous Improvement Cycles
Build feedback loops into compliance automation. Use metrics to refine control effectiveness. Adapt to evolving threats and regulations.
12 chapters in this module
- Performance metrics
- Control tuning
- Incident learning
- Regulatory updates
- Stakeholder feedback
- Benchmarking
- Gap analysis
- Remediation workflows
- Automation refinement
- Process documentation
- Version tracking
- Lessons integration
Module 12. Scaling Compliance Across Domains
Replicate success across business units. Standardize templates. Enable decentralized teams while maintaining central oversight. Ensure consistency without stifling innovation.
12 chapters in this module
- Framework replication
- Template standardization
- Decentralized execution
- Central oversight
- Consistency checks
- Local adaptation
- Training enablement
- Tooling access
- Knowledge sharing
- Audit alignment
- Performance benchmarking
- Governance scaling
How this maps to your situation
- You're leading compliance in a regulated sector
- You're automating controls but need structure
- You're reporting to boards or regulators
- You're extending frameworks like C.A.G.E. into operations
Before vs. after
Before
Manual compliance processes, fragmented evidence, last-minute audits, and board-level uncertainty about control effectiveness.
After
Automated control workflows, real-time compliance visibility, streamlined audits, and confident executive reporting aligned with NIS2 and DORA.
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, designed for strategic leaders with operational oversight.
If nothing changes
Without automation, compliance becomes a growing tax on operations , increasing the chance of audit failure, regulatory penalties, and erosion of stakeholder trust during incidents.
How this compares to the alternatives
Unlike generic compliance courses, this program is built around automation, real-world implementation, and frameworks like C.A.G.E. It avoids theoretical overviews and focuses on actionable, auditable outcomes.
Frequently asked
Is this course technical or strategic?
It's designed for strategic leaders who need to implement technical automation , balanced for CISOs and risk leads.
How is the course structured?
12 modules, each containing 12 chapters (144 chapters total).
Does it cover both NIS2 and DORA?
Yes, with dedicated modules on each and integration points across the framework.
$199 one-time. Approximately 3 hours per module, designed for strategic leaders with operational oversight..
Within 24 hours your account in the learning environment is provisioned and the tailored implementation playbook is delivered alongside it.
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