This course begins by laying a strong foundation in risk identification and analysis. You'll explore the initial stages of the risk management lifecycle, focusing on pinpointing potential risk events and factors that could impact your organization. By delving into threat modeling and abuse-case modeling, you will gain a hands-on understanding of how to anticipate and mitigate risks before they become real-world issues.
IT Risk Assessment Practices
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IT Risk Assessment Practices
This course is part of CRISC: Certified in Risk and Information Systems Control Specialization
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Intermediate level
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5 hours to complete
3 weeks at 1 hour a week
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What you'll learn
Identify and analyze potential IT risks and threat scenarios
Conduct thorough vulnerability assessments using industry-standard tools
Apply risk assessment methodologies to manage and mitigate risks effectively
Perform business impact analysis to support business continuity planning
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October 2024
Assessments
3 assignments
Taught in English
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There are 4 modules in this course
In this module, we will guide you through the initial stages of the risk management lifecycle, focusing on identifying risk events and factors. You will learn about the dynamics of the threat landscape and gain hands-on experience in threat modeling and abuse-case modeling, crucial for proactive risk management.
What's included
5 videos2 readings
In this module, we will explore the techniques and tools used for identifying and testing vulnerabilities in your organization's IT infrastructure. You will gain insights into how to perform thorough vulnerability assessments and create realistic risk scenarios to prepare for potential security breaches.
What's included
3 videos1 assignment
In this module, we will cover the standards and tools essential for conducting effective risk assessments. You will learn to leverage these tools and methodologies to analyze risks systematically, ensuring a robust risk management process.
What's included
3 videos
In this module, we will focus on how to assess the impact of IT risks on business operations. You will understand how to perform business impact analysis and categorize different types of risks, enabling you to develop effective risk management and business continuity strategies.
What's included
2 videos1 reading2 assignments
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Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo
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