Certified in Risk and Information Systems Control (CRISC) Training Course.
Introduction
The Certified in Risk and Information Systems Control (CRISC) certification is an advanced credential designed for professionals who manage IT and business risk and implement and maintain information systems controls. This 5-day intensive training course is designed to provide participants with the knowledge and skills required to identify, assess, and manage risks related to information systems. The course covers the four domains of CRISC: IT risk identification, assessment, response, and mitigation; control design and implementation; risk management strategies; and monitoring and testing controls. Participants will gain hands-on experience in risk management, governance, and compliance, and be prepared to sit for the CRISC certification exam.
Course Objectives
By the end of this training, participants will:
- Understand risk management principles and frameworks in the context of information systems.
- Develop skills to identify, assess, and mitigate IT risks and manage business continuity.
- Learn to design, implement, and test effective controls to safeguard business operations.
- Gain an understanding of how to monitor and review the effectiveness of controls in response to evolving risks.
- Be fully prepared to take the CRISC certification exam and advance their careers in risk management and IT governance.
Who Should Attend?
This course is ideal for:
- Risk professionals, IT auditors, and security managers who are responsible for identifying and managing IT risks.
- Individuals preparing for the CRISC certification exam.
- IT and business professionals involved in the design, implementation, and testing of information systems controls.
- Professionals seeking to deepen their understanding of IT risk management, governance, and compliance.
Day 1: Introduction to Risk Management and IT Governance
Session 1: Overview of CRISC Certification
- Introduction to the CRISC certification and its relevance to risk management
- Key objectives of the CRISC certification exam
- The role of CRISC-certified professionals in IT governance and risk management
- Exam domains: Risk identification, risk assessment, risk response, and control design
Session 2: IT Risk Management and Governance
- Understanding IT risk management: Definitions, frameworks, and strategies
- The relationship between IT risk management and business objectives
- The importance of IT governance in mitigating risks
- Overview of key risk management frameworks: ISO 31000, NIST, and COBIT
Session 3: Risk Identification and Assessment
- Identifying risks: Sources of IT risk, risk events, and risk scenarios
- Techniques for assessing IT risks: Qualitative and quantitative assessments
- Performing risk assessments: Risk probability, impact, and severity
- Creating a risk register: Documenting and prioritizing risks
Day 2: Risk Response and Mitigation
Session 4: Designing and Implementing Controls
- Overview of control frameworks: COSO, ISO 27001, and NIST
- Designing effective controls to mitigate identified risks
- Control types: Preventive, detective, corrective, and compensating controls
- Aligning controls with business objectives and regulatory requirements
Session 5: Risk Response Strategies
- Approaches to managing risks: Avoidance, mitigation, acceptance, and transfer
- Developing a risk response plan: Risk treatment strategies and control actions
- Risk management in the context of business continuity planning (BCP) and disaster recovery (DR)
- Ensuring alignment of risk response strategies with organizational policies
Session 6: Integrating Risk Response into Operations
- Embedding risk management into day-to-day operations
- Creating a risk-aware culture: Training, communication, and stakeholder engagement
- Risk-based decision-making: Balancing risk with business priorities
- Evaluating the effectiveness of implemented risk controls
Day 3: Monitoring, Testing, and Managing IT Controls
Session 7: Monitoring and Evaluating IT Controls
- The role of monitoring in IT governance and risk management
- Key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics for monitoring controls
- Tools for monitoring and reporting: Dashboards, audit logs, and risk assessments
- Continuous monitoring techniques for dynamic IT environments
Session 8: Control Testing and Validation
- Testing control effectiveness: Control testing methods and audit trails
- Validation techniques: Audits, penetration testing, vulnerability assessments
- Key control testing approaches: Walkthroughs, control sampling, and automated testing
- Creating test plans and documenting results
Session 9: Ongoing Risk Assessment and Improvement
- Continuous risk assessment: Re-evaluating risk profiles over time
- Adapting risk management practices in response to new threats and vulnerabilities
- Risk management maturity models: Assessing and improving risk management processes
- Post-event analysis and feedback: Learning from incidents and refining risk management strategies
Day 4: CRISC Domains in Practice
Session 10: Risk Identification, Assessment, and Evaluation in Practice
- Case studies and practical examples: Risk identification and assessment in real-world scenarios
- Tools and methodologies for identifying and evaluating IT risks
- Developing risk management frameworks: Aligning with business needs and compliance requirements
- Risk prioritization: Understanding the relationship between risk assessment and business impact
Session 11: Designing Effective IT Controls
- Hands-on exercises in control design: Tailoring controls for specific organizational risks
- Control frameworks: Comparing and contrasting COSO, ISO 27001, and COBIT
- Best practices for integrating IT controls into governance structures
- Real-world examples of control implementation and effectiveness
Session 12: Control Testing, Monitoring, and Risk Response in Action
- Simulating control testing and monitoring in a live environment
- Risk response exercises: Applying response strategies to various risk scenarios
- Hands-on demonstration of tools for monitoring and testing controls
- Developing action plans based on monitoring results and audit findings
Day 5: Exam Review and Final Preparation
Session 13: CRISC Exam Review
- Comprehensive review of the CRISC exam domains: Risk identification, assessment, response, and control design
- In-depth discussions of key exam topics: Risk response strategies, control frameworks, and control testing
- Practice exam questions and case study discussions
Session 14: Exam Simulation and Hands-on Lab
- Practice exam: Simulating the CRISC certification exam environment
- Reviewing and discussing answers to practice questions
- Hands-on exercises: Applying risk management techniques in scenarios
Session 15: Final Q&A and Exam Preparation Tips
- Final Q&A session to clarify doubts and reinforce key concepts
- Study tips and strategies for passing the CRISC exam
- Post-exam steps: How to maintain CRISC certification and continue professional development