This comprehensive five-day training course is designed to provide participants with a thorough understanding of the legal and regulatory landscape governing cybersecurity. Participants will gain insights into key international and national laws, regulations, and frameworks related to data protection, cybercrime, incident response, and compliance, enabling them to navigate the complex legal obligations and best practices essential for protecting digital assets and ensuring organizational resilience in the face of evolving cyber threats.
The course will cover a range of critical topics, including data privacy laws (e.g., GDPR, CCPA), cybercrime legislation, legal frameworks for incident reporting and breach notification, compliance standards (e.g., ISO 27001, NIST), legal aspects of digital forensics and evidence, international cooperation in cybersecurity, the role of cybersecurity insurance, legal considerations in cloud computing security, employee training and awareness obligations, and developing legally sound cybersecurity policies and procedures. Through interactive discussions and practical case studies, participants will develop the knowledge and skills necessary to address the legal and regulatory challenges of cybersecurity effectively.
Who should attend the training
· IT professionals
· Cybersecurity specialists
· Legal counsel
· Compliance officers
· Data protection officers
· Risk managers
· Information security managers
· Auditors
· Business executives
· Anyone responsible for data security and regulatory compliance
Objectives of the training
· Understand key international and national cybersecurity laws and regulations.
· Learn about data privacy laws and their implications for organizations.
· Understand cybercrime legislation and legal frameworks for prosecution.
· Master the legal requirements for incident reporting and breach notification.
· Gain knowledge of relevant cybersecurity compliance standards and frameworks.
· Understand the legal aspects of digital forensics and evidence admissibility.
· Learn about international cooperation efforts in cybersecurity.
· Understand the role and legal aspects of cybersecurity insurance.
· Explore the legal considerations for cloud computing security.
· Understand employee training and awareness legal obligations.
· Develop legally sound cybersecurity policies and procedures.
· Learn about the legal implications of cross-border data transfers.
· Understand the legal framework for electronic signatures and digital identities.
· Explore the legal aspects of cyber espionage and state-sponsored attacks.
· Learn about intellectual property considerations in cybersecurity.
· Understand the legalities of penetration testing and vulnerability disclosure.
· Explore the legal challenges of emerging technologies (e.g., AI, IoT) in cybersecurity.
· Develop strategies for legal compliance in a dynamic threat landscape.
Personal benefits
· Enhanced understanding of the legal and regulatory obligations in cybersecurity.
· Improved ability to ensure organizational compliance with relevant laws and standards.
· Increased awareness of legal risks associated with cyber threats and data breaches.
· Ability to contribute to the development of legally sound cybersecurity strategies.
· Greater confidence in navigating legal issues related to cybersecurity incidents.
Organizational benefits
· Reduced risk of legal penalties and reputational damage from cyber incidents.
· Improved compliance with data protection and cybersecurity regulations.
· Enhanced organizational security posture through legally sound policies.
· Better preparedness for responding to and managing cyber incidents legally.
· Increased trust among stakeholders due to adherence to legal best practices.
Training methodology
· Interactive lectures and presentations with real-world case studies of legal challenges in cybersecurity
· Group discussions and analysis of relevant laws and regulations
· Practical exercises in developing incident response plans and breach notification strategies
· Practical session: Analyzing a data breach scenario and determining legal notification requirements.
· Small group work on drafting cybersecurity policies and procedures
· Practical session: Developing a basic data protection policy for an organization.
· Review and discussion of relevant court cases and legal precedents
· Practical session: Examining the legal admissibility of digital evidence in a cybercrime investigation.
· Guest lectures from legal experts specializing in cybersecurity law
· Practical session: Conducting a risk assessment from a legal and compliance perspective.
Course duration: 5 days
Training fee: USD 1300
· Overview of the legal and regulatory environment of cybersecurity globally
· Key international treaties and conventions related to cybercrime and data protection
· National cybersecurity laws and regulations: an introduction to major frameworks
· The roles of different government agencies and regulatory bodies
· Understanding the extraterritorial application of cybersecurity laws
· Practical session: Identifying key cybersecurity laws and regulations relevant to a specific industry.
· Principles of data protection and privacy
· Key data privacy laws: GDPR, CCPA, and other relevant regulations
· Requirements for data processing, consent, and individual rights
· Cross-border data transfer regulations and mechanisms
· Legal obligations for data security and confidentiality
· Practical session: Analyzing a data processing activity for GDPR compliance.
· Overview of cybercrime offenses and their legal definitions
· National laws on hacking, malware, fraud, and identity theft
· Legal frameworks for investigating and prosecuting cybercrime
· Electronic evidence and its admissibility in court
· International cooperation in combating cybercrime
· Practical session: Examining a cybercrime scenario and identifying potential legal violations.
· Legal obligations for reporting cybersecurity incidents
· Data breach notification requirements under various laws
· Timelines and content of breach notifications
· Best practices for incident response and legal considerations
· Legal implications of failing to report incidents
· Practical session: Developing a data breach notification plan based on legal requirements.
· Overview of cybersecurity compliance standards: ISO 27001, NIST Cybersecurity Framework
· Industry-specific regulations (e.g., HIPAA, PCI DSS)
· Legal enforceability of compliance standards
· Implementing and maintaining compliance
· Auditing and assessing compliance
· Practical session: Mapping organizational security controls to a specific compliance standard.
· Principles of digital forensics and evidence collection
· Legal admissibility of electronic evidence
· Chain of custody and preservation of digital evidence
· Legal considerations for forensic investigations
· Working with law enforcement in cybercrime investigations
· Practical session: Identifying potential legal pitfalls in a digital forensics investigation.
· Global efforts to combat cybercrime
· International legal frameworks and agreements
· Cooperation between law enforcement agencies across borders
· Mutual legal assistance treaties (MLATs)
· Challenges in international cybersecurity enforcement
· Practical session: Analyzing the challenges of international cooperation in a cybercrime case.
· The role of cybersecurity insurance in risk management
· Types of cyber insurance policies and coverage
· Legal considerations in obtaining and utilizing cyber insurance
· Notification requirements and policy terms
· Interaction with legal counsel in insurance claims
· Practical session: Reviewing the key legal clauses in a sample cybersecurity insurance policy.
· Legal and regulatory challenges of cloud computing
· Data ownership, jurisdiction, and sovereignty in the cloud
· Vendor responsibilities and contractual obligations
· Compliance requirements for cloud service providers
· Legal aspects of data breaches in the cloud
· Practical session: Identifying legal risks associated with using specific cloud services.
· Key elements of effective cybersecurity policies
· Legal review and approval of security policies
· Employee training and awareness programs: legal obligations
· Acceptable use policies and monitoring employee activities
· Incident response plans and legal considerations
· Practical session: Drafting a basic acceptable use policy for company resources.
Requirements:
· Participants should be reasonably proficient in English.
· Applicants must live up to Armstrong Global Institute admission criteria.
Terms and Conditions
1. Discounts: Organizations sponsoring Four Participants will have the 5th attend Free
2. What is catered for by the Course Fees: Fees cater for all requirements for the training – Learning materials, Lunches, Teas, Snacks and Certification. All participants will additionally cater for their travel and accommodation expenses, visa application, insurance, and other personal expenses.
3. Certificate Awarded: Participants are awarded Certificates of Participation at the end of the training.
4. The program content shown here is for guidance purposes only. Our continuous course improvement process may lead to changes in topics and course structure.
5. Approval of Course: Our Programs are NITA Approved. Participating organizations can therefore claim reimbursement on fees paid in accordance with NITA Rules.
Booking for Training
Simply send an email to the Training Officer on training@armstrongglobalinstitute.com and we will send you a registration form. We advise you to book early to avoid missing a seat to this training.
Or call us on +254720272325 / +254725012095 / +254724452588
Payment Options
We provide 3 payment options, choose one for your convenience, and kindly make payments at least 5 days before the Training start date to reserve your seat:
1. Groups of 5 People and Above – Cheque Payments to: Armstrong Global Training & Development Center Limited should be paid in advance, 5 days to the training.
2. Invoice: We can send a bill directly to you or your company.
3. Deposit directly into Bank Account (Account details provided upon request)
Cancellation Policy
1. Payment for all courses includes a registration fee, which is non-refundable, and equals 15% of the total sum of the course fee.
2. Participants may cancel attendance 14 days or more prior to the training commencement date.
3. No refunds will be made 14 days or less before the training commencement date. However, participants who are unable to attend may opt to attend a similar training course at a later date or send a substitute participant provided the participation criteria have been met.
Tailor Made Courses
This training course can also be customized for your institution upon request for a minimum of 5 participants. You can have it conducted at our Training Centre or at a convenient location. For further inquiries, please contact us on Tel: +254720272325 / +254725012095 / +254724452588 or Email training@armstrongglobalinstitute.com
Accommodation and Airport Transfer
Accommodation and Airport Transfer is arranged upon request and at extra cost. For reservations contact the Training Officer on Email: training@armstrongglobalinstitute.com or on Tel: +254720272325 / +254725012095 / +254724452588
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