Mentor Based
Information Assurance and Compliance
Ensuring Data Integrity, Security, and Regulatory Compliance in Digital Environments
Early access to e-LMS included
About This Course
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.
Who Should Enrol?
- 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: ₹16,998 | $224
Discounted: ₹8,499 | $112
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What You’ll Gain
- Full access to e-LMS
- Real-world dry lab projects
- 1:1 project guidance
- Publication opportunity
- Self-assessment & final exam
- e-Certificate & e-Marksheet
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