This practical 5-day program introduces participants to the essential knowledge, tools, and strategies required to protect digital assets and respond to evolving cybersecurity threats. Tailored for modern professionals, it combines real-world case studies, globally recognized frameworks, and hands-on exercises to ensure learners can defend, detect, and respond effectively to cyber threats.
Teaching Methodology
Expert-led live training (in-person or virtual)
Practical labs and simulations
Group discussions and team-based activities
Real-world case studies and capstone presentation
Ongoing feedback and interactive Q&A
Learning Outcomes
By the end of the course, participants will:
Understand how cyber threats operate
Implement basic protection strategies
Apply risk frameworks and compliance standards
Respond to incidents with clarity and coordination
Craft a basic cybersecurity strategy for any organization
🖥️ Delivery Format
Duration: 5 consecutive days (6 hours/day)
Modes:
Instructor-led physical classroom (hotel venues)
Live virtual sessions (Zoom / MS Teams)
Blended learning with optional follow-up lab
Materials: Slides, worksheets, toolkits, templates, case scenarios
Certification: Issued by Alverton Global, digitally and in print
Course Features
- Lectures 32
- Quiz 0
- Duration 5 days
- Skill level Expert
- Language English
- Students 3
- Certificate Yes
- Assessments Yes
- 5 Sections
- 32 Lessons
- 5 Days
- DAY 1: Cybersecurity Essentials & the Threat LandscapeTools Introduced: Cyber Kill Chain | MITRE ATT&CK | Threat Intelligence Basics6
- 1.1Introduction to Cybersecurity: Global Trends & Challenges
- 1.2Types of Threats: Malware, Ransomware, Phishing, DDoS
- 1.3Anatomy of a Cyberattack: Understanding Attacker Tactics
- 1.4Case Study: Major Global Cyber Breaches
- 1.5Interactive Activity: Simulated Phishing Attack
- 1.6Group Discussion: “What’s at Stake in Your Industry?”
- DAY 2: Securing Systems, Networks & DevicesTools Introduced: Firewall Interfaces | Endpoint Detection (EDR) | VPNs | Network Mapping6
- DAY 3: Cyber Governance, Risk & ComplianceTools Introduced: Risk Matrix Builder | GRC Dashboards | Compliance Checklists6
- 3.1Overview of Cybersecurity Frameworks: NIST, ISO/IEC 27001
- 3.2GDPR, HIPAA, and Local Compliance Standards
- 3.3Cyber Risk Assessment and Quantification
- 3.4Designing a Cybersecurity Policy
- 3.5Hands-On Workshop: Build Your Org’s Risk Matrix
- 3.6Guest Speaker (optional): Industry Compliance Officer or Auditor
- DAY 4: Incident Response & Business ContinuityTools Introduced: SIEM Tools (Overview) | IR Templates | Forensics Lite Tools6
- 4.1Preparing for an Attack: IR Plans & Playbooks
- 4.2Detecting, Containing & Recovering from Incidents
- 4.3Communication During a Breach: Internal vs Public
- 4.4Hands-On Simulation: Live Cyber Incident Drill
- 4.5Tabletop Exercise: Role Play as an Incident Response Team
- 4.6Post-Incident Review: What Went Right, What Failed?
- DAY 5: Cyber Strategy & Practical CapstonePost-Course Roadmap: Certifications, Career Paths, Q & A8
- 5.1Building a Cybersecurity Strategy for Your Business
- 5.2Aligning Security with Organizational Goals
- 5.3Cyber Budgeting and Investment
- 5.4Capstone Project: Create a Cyber Strategy for a Hypothetical Company
- 5.5Final Presentations by Groups
- 5.6Feedback & Certification Ceremony
- 5.7Post-Course Roadmap: Certifications, Career Paths, & Further Study
- 5.8Q&A and Networking
Requirements
- No technical degree required
- Basic computer proficiency
- Interest in cybersecurity, compliance, or IT risk
- Laptop with internet access for virtual sessions and labs
Features
- Globally-Aligned Content: Based on NIST, ISO/IEC 27001, and other international frameworks
- Hands-On Labs & Real-World Scenarios: Practice what you learn with guided simulations
- Non-Technical Friendly: Designed for professionals from both IT and non-IT backgrounds
- Instructor-Led Sessions: Delivered by experienced cybersecurity specialists
- Capstone Project: Create and present a cybersecurity strategy plan
- Flexible Formats: Available in-person, virtually, or as a private team session
- Certification: Get a professional certificate to boost your resume or LinkedIn
Target audiences
- IT professionals and systems administrators
- Mid-level managers responsible for compliance or digital operations
- NGO and government staff handling sensitive data
- Entrepreneurs and SMEs aiming to build cyber resilience
- Career switchers entering cybersecurity
