About the Course
The modern enterprise operates in a landscape of fragmented regulations and hyper-connected supply chains, making Information Security Governance a non-negotiable business capability. Organizations today require results they can prove through data-driven metrics rather than anecdotal evidence. To succeed in this field, you must demonstrate five core capabilities: strategic alignment of security with business drivers, comprehensive risk management using standardized methodologies, effective resource management, performance measurement through Key Goal Indicators (KGIs), and value delivery that justifies security spending. This course provides the roadmap to master these domains using the NIST Cybersecurity Framework (CSF) and the CIS Controls as your primary guides.
You will learn how to transform scattered security activities into a cohesive, audited system. Specifically, you will practice conducting maturity assessments, designing control matrices, and drafting governance charters that define clear roles and responsibilities. This course teaches you to apply the COBIT 2019 design factors to tailor a governance system that fits your specific organizational context. You will be introduced to the complexities of multi-jurisdictional compliance and third-party risk management, while gaining hands-on experience in building a security dashboard that speaks the language of the executive suite. We acknowledge the real-world constraints of budget limitations and talent shortages, positioning this training as a toolkit for delivering high-impact governance under realistic operational pressures.
Target Audience
This program is essential for professionals responsible for the strategic oversight and compliance of information assets within their organizations.
- Information Security Governance Lead responsible for framework implementation
- IT Compliance Manager overseeing regulatory adherence and audit readiness
- GRC Analyst managing enterprise risk registers and control mapping
- Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) aligning security with business strategy
- IT Auditor evaluating the effectiveness of security control environments
- Risk Management Specialist focusing on digital and information assets
- Data Privacy Officer ensuring alignment between security and privacy controls
- Security Operations Manager transitioning into a strategic leadership role
- Third-Party Risk Manager assessing vendor security governance maturity
- IT Governance Consultant advising clients on framework adoption
Course Objectives
This course equips you to design, implement, and measure information security governance initiatives that protect assets, ensure compliance, and drive strategic value.
- Analyze current governance maturity using the CMMI-based maturity models
- Apply COBIT 2019 principles to design a tailored security governance system
- Build a comprehensive Information Security Strategy aligned with business objectives
- Construct a robust Risk Register using ISO 31000 and NIST 800-30
- Design a control matrix based on ISO/IEC 27001 and CIS Controls
- Evaluate the effectiveness of security controls through automated monitoring tools
- Navigate complex regulatory requirements including GDPR and industry-specific standards
- Synthesize security performance data into executive-level KPI dashboards and reports
Requirements & Prerequisites
Participants should have at least 3 years of experience in IT, information security, or internal audit. A basic understanding of risk management concepts and familiarity with common security technologies (firewalls, encryption, IAM) is required. This is an intermediate-level course focused on management and governance rather than technical configuration.
Local Application and Business Return
How participants can apply the training in local operating conditions, and the return their organisation can plan for.
How participants apply this
Expected ROI
Training Methodology
This is a practical, outcome-driven course designed to turn governance aspirations into measurable action and credible reporting.
Methodology includes:
- Hands-on maturity assessment exercise using the CMMI-based scoring tool
- Scenario simulation requiring risk appetite definition for a digital transformation project
- Control mapping workshop using the CIS Controls and ISO 27001 Annex A
- Stakeholder mapping exercise to define the RACI matrix for security governance
- Case study analysis of governance failures in the finance and healthcare sectors
- Group workshop producing a draft Information Security Governance Charter
- Reflection exercise benchmarking current organizational practices against COBIT 2019 standards
Upcoming Sessions
Next available dates worldwide
Certification
Recognized credentials that advance your career
Participants who complete the Information Security Governance and Controls Training Program earn a Trainingcred Certificate of Achievement, demonstrating professional competence and alignment with global standards in learning and development.
NITA Accredited
Accredited by the National Industrial Training Authority, ensuring programs meet nationally recognized standards of quality and relevance.
CPD Certified
Recognized by the CPD Certification Service, ensuring every program meets internationally benchmarked standards of professional excellence.
Why this course earns its place on your CV
Accredited training, practitioner trainers, and peers on the same career track — the three things real expertise is built on.
Strategic Skills Relevance
- Master governance frameworks that align security initiatives with business objectives.
- Learn to design, implement, and audit effective information security controls.
- Bridge the gap between technical security measures and executive-level decision-making.
Career Advancement
- Position yourself for senior roles in information security management and leadership.
- Gain expertise employers actively seek for governance, risk, and compliance positions.
- Differentiate your profile in a rapidly growing cybersecurity job market.
Practical Credibility
- Apply real-world control frameworks directly to your organization from day one.
- Train with industry-aligned content rooted in established security governance standards.
- Build confidence to lead security audits, policy reviews, and risk assessments.
Tools and platforms relevant to this field
Examples Germany teams may encounter, and that may be featured in training where they support the confirmed course scope.
These are field-relevant examples, not a promise that every tool will be covered. Exact coverage depends on the confirmed course scope, participant needs, and delivery format.
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ServiceNow GRC ServiceNowUsed to track control libraries, risk registers, audit issues, and remediation workflows in a single governance process.
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RSA Archer RSAUsed for enterprise risk, compliance, and control management where organisations need structured evidence for audits and assurance.
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Microsoft Purview MicrosoftUsed to support information governance, data classification, and compliance oversight across Microsoft-based environments.
