
NIST Cybersecurity Professional
Implement cybersecurity programs using NIST publications including SP 800-53, SP 800-171, and the NIST CSF.
Course Description
The PECB Certified NIST Cybersecurity Professional training course equips participants with the essential knowledge and skills required for cybersecurity compliance and resilience, based on NIST publications. The course covers key NIST publications, including NIST SP 800-12 for information security fundamentals and best practices, NIST SP 800-53 for implementing security and privacy controls for information systems and organizations, and NIST SP 800-171 for protecting Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) in nonfederal systems. The training course also covers the NIST Risk Management Framework, guiding participants through the strategic management of cybersecurity risks. Additionally, participants learn about the NIST Cybersecurity Framework's core functions -- Govern, Identify, Protect, Detect, Respond, and Recover -- to effectively enhance an organization's cybersecurity posture. Participants will receive more than 450 pages of comprehensive training materials, including practical examples, exercises, and quizzes. Certificate and examination fees are included in the price of the training course.
Who Should Attend
- Executives or directors responsible for overseeing cybersecurity initiatives within their organizations
- System administrators and network engineers seeking deeper understanding of security controls and NIST standards
- Professionals involved in the development and implementation of cybersecurity programs
- Professionals and advisors who provide cybersecurity and compliance services
- Digital forensics and cybercrime investigators who need to understand cybersecurity frameworks
Learning Objectives
- 1Discuss the fundamental principles and concepts of cybersecurity as defined by NIST
- 2Support compliance with key NIST publications including NIST SP 800-12, SP 800-53, NIST RMF, SP 800-171, and the NIST CSF
- 3Assess and advise on security controls in alignment with NIST guidelines
- 4Provide guidance on cybersecurity risk management and incident management strategies
- 5Guide organizations in developing and optimizing cybersecurity programs
- 6Implement the NIST Risk Management Framework for strategic risk management
Prerequisites
- Understanding of NIST CSF fundamentals is recommended
- Experience in cybersecurity or information security management is helpful
Course Modules
Day 1: Introduction to NIST Cybersecurity Standards and Principles
Fundamental principles of cybersecurity, NIST SP 800-12 overview, information security fundamentals, and the NIST publication ecosystem.
Day 2: Risk Management Strategy and Supply Chain Risk Management
NIST Risk Management Framework, NIST SP 800-53 security and privacy controls, supply chain risk management, and organizational risk strategies.
Day 3: Selecting Security Controls, Awareness and Training, and Continuous Monitoring
Security control selection using NIST SP 800-53, NIST SP 800-171 CUI protection, security awareness programs, and continuous monitoring strategies.
Day 4: Cybersecurity Incident Management
Incident management strategies, the NIST CSF core functions (Govern, Identify, Protect, Detect, Respond, Recover), and cybersecurity program optimization.
Day 5: Certification Exam
Review session and the PECB Certified NIST Cybersecurity Professional certification examination.
Exam Details
Duration
3 hours
Format
Multiple choice (80 questions), open book
Passing Score
70%
Retake Policy
Free retake within 12 months after first failure
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Certification
PECB Certified NIST Cybersecurity Professional
Issued by PECB
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