Information Assurance and Compliance

Ensuring Data Integrity, Security, and Regulatory Compliance in Digital Environments

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MODE
Virtual (Google Meet)

TYPE
Mentor Based

LEVEL
Moderate

DURATION
3 Weeks

About

The Information Assurance and Compliance program focuses on protecting information assets, ensuring confidentiality, integrity, and availability (CIA) while adhering to industry regulations and standards. Participants will gain expertise in risk assessment, governance models, compliance auditing, and cybersecurity policies, making them valuable assets in IT security and regulatory compliance roles.

Aim

To provide participants with the knowledge and skills required to secure, manage, and ensure compliance in handling critical information systems, focusing on cybersecurity governance, risk management, and regulatory compliance frameworks.

Program Objectives

To introduce participants to information assurance concepts and regulatory compliance.
To provide hands-on experience with risk assessment and security auditing.
To train participants in developing cybersecurity policies and governance frameworks.
To explore legal, ethical, and regulatory aspects of information security.
To prepare professionals for security compliance roles in IT and business sectors.

Program Structure

Week 1: Fundamentals of Information Assurance and Risk Management

Module 1: Introduction to Information Assurance (IA)

What is Information Assurance?
- Key principles: Confidentiality, Integrity, Availability (CIA Triad).
- Difference between Information Assurance (IA) and Cybersecurity.
- Role of IA in modern enterprises.
Information Risk Management
- Identifying risks: Data breaches, insider threats, and human errors.
- Risk assessment methodologies: Qualitative vs. Quantitative risk analysis.
- Implementing risk mitigation strategies.

Hands-On Lab:

Conducting a basic risk assessment for an organization.

Module 2: Regulatory and Compliance Frameworks

Key Compliance Regulations and Standards
- GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation).
- HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act).
- ISO 27001 (Information Security Management System).
- SOX (Sarbanes-Oxley Act) and NIST (National Institute of Standards and Technology).
Understanding Compliance Requirements
- Implementing security controls for regulatory compliance.
- Challenges in achieving and maintaining compliance.

Hands-On Lab:

Mapping regulatory requirements to security controls.

Week 2: Data Protection, Encryption, and Secure Access Management

Module 3: Data Protection and Encryption Techniques

Data Classification and Retention Policies
- Identifying and categorizing sensitive data.
- Data retention policies and compliance requirements.
Encryption for Data Security
- Encrypting data at rest, in transit, and in use.
- Symmetric vs. Asymmetric encryption (AES, RSA).

Hands-On Lab:

Implementing file and database encryption using industry-standard tools.

Module 4: Identity and Access Management (IAM) and Secure Authentication

Role-Based Access Control (RBAC) vs. Attribute-Based Access Control (ABAC)
- Implementing least privilege access and segregation of duties.
Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) and Single Sign-On (SSO)
- Implementing MFA using cloud security tools (AWS IAM, Azure AD).

Hands-On Lab:

Configuring IAM policies and MFA for secure access.

Week 3: Security Auditing, Incident Response, and Future Trends

Module 5: Security Auditing and Continuous Compliance Monitoring

Auditing and Log Management
- Importance of security logs for compliance.
- Using SIEM tools (Splunk, ELK Stack) for compliance monitoring.
Automating Compliance Monitoring
- Compliance automation tools for continuous auditing.

Hands-On Lab:

Performing a security audit using SIEM tools.

Module 6: Incident Response and Compliance Reporting

Incident Response and Forensic Analysis
- Developing an incident response plan (NIST 800-61).
- Steps to report security incidents under GDPR, HIPAA.
Future Trends in Information Assurance
- AI-driven compliance monitoring.
- Zero Trust Architecture for regulatory compliance.

Hands-On Lab:

Simulating a compliance violation and developing a remediation plan.

Participant’s Eligibility

IT security professionals and compliance officers
Risk management analysts and auditors
Business professionals handling data protection and governance
Students and researchers in cybersecurity and IT governance

Program Outcomes

Expertise in information assurance and data protection
Hands-on experience with compliance auditing tools and frameworks
Ability to develop and enforce security governance models
Knowledge of international compliance laws and best practices
Readiness for CISSP, CISA, and ISO 27001 certification exams

Fee Structure

Standard Fee: INR ~~16,998~~ USD ~~224~~

Discounted Fee: INR 8,499 USD 112

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