NIST Cybersecurity Foundation
Course Overview
Cybersecurity is essential for organizations seeking to protect their information systems, digital assets, and business operations from evolving cyber threats. The NIST Cybersecurity Foundation course introduces participants to the NIST Cybersecurity Framework (CSF), providing a practical understanding of its purpose, structure, and implementation.
Participants will learn the six core functions of the NIST CSF—Govern, Identify, Protect, Detect, Respond, and Recover—and understand how these functions help organizations establish an effective cybersecurity program. The course also explains cybersecurity governance, risk management, and continual improvement while preparing participants for the PECB Foundation certification examination.
Target Audience
This course is intended for:
- Individuals seeking a foundational understanding of the NIST Cybersecurity Framework
- Information Security Professionals
- IT Managers and System Administrators
- Cybersecurity Professionals
- Risk Management Professionals
- Compliance and Governance Professionals
- Information Security Officers
- Internal Auditors
- Security Consultants
- Anyone interested in cybersecurity frameworks and risk management
Learning Objectives
Upon successful completion of this course, participants will be able to:
- Understand the purpose, scope, and benefits of the NIST Cybersecurity Framework (CSF).
- Explain the concepts and principles of cybersecurity risk management.
- Describe the six core functions of the NIST CSF: Govern, Identify, Protect, Detect, Respond, and Recover.
- Understand cybersecurity governance and organizational risk management.
- Recognize the importance of cybersecurity controls and best practices.
- Explain the relationship between the NIST CSF and other cybersecurity standards and frameworks.
- Understand the concept of continual improvement in cybersecurity.
- Prepare for the PECB NIST Cybersecurity Foundation certification examination.
Duration
2 Days (Approximately 14–16 hours of instructor-led training)
Classroom
Participants attend instructor-led classroom sessions featuring interactive lectures, practical examples, group discussions, and collaborative learning activities led by experienced instructors.
Certification
Participants who successfully pass the examination will receive the:
PECB Certified NIST Cybersecurity Foundation
The certification validates the candidate’s understanding of the fundamental concepts, principles, and best practices of the NIST Cybersecurity Framework.
Course Agenda
Day 1: Introduction to the NIST Cybersecurity Framework
- Training course objectives and structure
- Overview of the NIST Cybersecurity Framework (CSF)
- Cybersecurity concepts and terminology
- Cybersecurity governance
- The Govern function
- The Identify function
- Organizational risk management
Day 2: Core Functions and Certification Exam
- The Protect function
- The Detect function
- The Respond function
- The Recover function
- Relationship between the NIST CSF and other cybersecurity frameworks
- Continual improvement
- Course review
- PECB NIST Cybersecurity Foundation Certification Examination
Exam Duration
- Exam Duration: 1 hour (60 minutes)
- Exam Format: Closed-book, multiple-choice examination.
- Passing Score: Determined by PECB in accordance with its certification policies.
Successful candidates who pass the examination may apply for the PECB Certified NIST Cybersecurity Foundation credential, subject to PECB’s certification requirements.
