Half-day Online Masterclass
What’s included
Cybersecurity Half-Day Masterclass: Equipping Business Analysts for the Digital Age
This online half-day masterclass delivered on Zoom is meticulously designed to equip business analysts who are cybersecurity enthusiasts with the foundational knowledge on cybersecurity and an overview of all the elements required in incorporating cybersecurity holistically within business analysis. This is more like a teaser session for those who are unsure on how cybersecurity and business analysis can be integrated.
Why should you do this training:
To understand the importance of delivering a complete analysis - A business analyst must be mindful of both the internal and external environments, affecting their organisation, along with the current and future landscapes of the business, while performing their analyses, so excluding cybersecurity is delivering incomplete analysis.
To understand the need to stay relevant - Business analysts, as key players who influence organisational decision-making, must be equipped with the knowledge and skills to remain relevant in this ever-expanding landscape.
To understand that Business Analysis is a responsibility - Business analysis is not just about helping organisations co-create the value but also must support in protecting it.
To understand how Business Analysts and Cybersecurity teams can collaborate – Although cybersecurity is everyone's responsibility, business analysts are well placed to pick up the baton and ask difficult yet right questions to ensure cybersecurity is kept firmly in the spotlight.
Pre-requisite:
Attendee must understand business analysis or have experience working as an analyst. No prior knowledge or experience in cybersecurity is required.
Who Should Attend:
Business Analysts or those using the business analysis skills or cybersecurity enthusiasts seeking to understand the link between cybersecurity and business analysis.
Project Managers, Risk Managers, and IT Professionals involved in cybersecurity, who are interested in understanding how business analysts can support cybersecurity initiatives.
CIO, Security and Cybersecurity leaders who are interested in enhancing their knowledge on how business analysts and cybersecurity teams can collaborate in building resilient systems.
Outcome:
By the end of this master class, attendees will have a clear understanding on the link between cybersecurity and business analysis. They will be equipped with a strong foundation in cybersecurity concepts and all elements required in incorporating cybersecurity holistically within business analysis. They will gain the clarity required to take the next steps.
What you'll learn:
1. An Introduction to Business Analysis and the Cybersecurity Mindset:
Explore the intersection of business analysis and cybersecurity with real-life cybersecurity incidents.
Understand the critical role business analysts can play in safeguarding organisational assets.
Develop a cybersecurity mindset essential for identifying and mitigating risks.
Hands-on exercise on security mindset
2. Foundation in Cybersecurity Concepts:
Gain a comprehensive overview of fundamental cybersecurity principles.
Learn about common cyber threats, vulnerabilities, and the landscape of cybersecurity based on real-life incidents.
Understand key terminologies and concepts crucial for effective communication with IT and security teams.
3. Introduction to the "Business Analysis and Cybersecurity" Framework:
Overview to the Business Analysis and Cybersecurity Framework (© 2024 I-Perceptions Consulting Ltd) designed to incorporate cybersecurity within business analysis.
Hands-on exercise to apply the framework in various business contexts.
Collaborate with peers to discuss strategies and solutions, enhancing your practical understanding.