Introduction

In an era where digital supply chains are increasingly interconnected, cybersecurity has become a critical priority. Cyber threats such as data breaches, ransomware attacks, supply chain vulnerabilities, and insider threats can disrupt operations, compromise sensitive data, and result in significant financial losses. This course provides supply chain professionals with the knowledge, tools, and strategies to protect supply chain networks, digital assets, and logistics operations from cyber threats.

Course Objectives

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

• Understand cybersecurity threats and risks in supply chain operations.
• Identify vulnerabilities in digital supply chain ecosystems.
• Implement cyber resilience strategies to mitigate risks.
• Secure IoT devices, cloud-based supply chains, and logistics networks.
• Protect third-party and supplier data from cyberattacks.
• Develop cyber incident response and recovery plans.
• Comply with global cybersecurity regulations and standards (ISO 27001, NIST, GDPR, CISA, etc.).

Who Should Attend?

This course is designed for:

• Supply Chain & Logistics Managers securing digital operations.
• Cybersecurity & IT Professionals safeguarding SCM systems.
• Procurement & Vendor Management Experts managing third-party risks.
• Compliance & Risk Officers ensuring regulatory adherence.
• Manufacturing & Operations Leaders enhancing supply chain resilience.
• Retail & E-commerce Professionals protecting digital transactions and inventory systems.

Course Outline

Day 1: Understanding Cybersecurity in Supply Chain Management

Morning Session: Cyber Threats in Digital Supply Chains

• The evolving cyber threat landscape in supply chain operations.
• Types of cyberattacks: ransomware, phishing, supply chain attacks, insider threats.
• Case study: NotPetya attack on Maersk – lessons learned.

Afternoon Session: Identifying & Assessing Cyber Risks

• Risk assessment frameworks (ISO 27005, NIST, MITRE ATT&CK).
• Cybersecurity vulnerabilities in cloud-based, IoT, and AI-driven supply chains.
• Workshop: Conducting a cyber risk assessment in your supply chain.

Day 2: Securing Supply Chain Networks & Third-Party Vendors

Morning Session: Vendor & Third-Party Risk Management

• Supply chain trust frameworks for securing supplier data.
• Best practices for third-party risk assessments & compliance.
• Case study: Target’s supply chain data breach and third-party security flaws.

Afternoon Session: Protecting Cloud-Based SCM & Logistics Platforms

• Cloud security measures (Zero Trust, multi-factor authentication, encryption).
• Securing digital supply chain platforms (SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics 365).
• Workshop: Designing a cloud security architecture for supply chain platforms.

Day 3: IoT, Blockchain & AI-Driven Cybersecurity Solutions

Morning Session: Securing IoT & Smart Supply Chains

• IoT security challenges in logistics, warehousing, and fleet management.
• Preventing cyber risks in smart factories & automated warehouses.
• Case study: IoT security breach in logistics & preventive strategies.

Afternoon Session: Blockchain & AI for Supply Chain Security

• How blockchain enhances data integrity & traceability in SCM.
• AI-powered threat detection & predictive security analytics.
• Workshop: Using blockchain to secure digital supply chain transactions.

Day 4: Cyber Resilience, Compliance & Regulatory Frameworks

Morning Session: Cyber Resilience Strategies & Incident Response Planning

• Developing a supply chain cybersecurity incident response plan.
• Backup, disaster recovery & business continuity planning.
• Case study: Colonial Pipeline ransomware attack – lessons for supply chains.

Afternoon Session: Compliance with Global Cybersecurity Standards

• Understanding ISO 27001, GDPR, NIST, CISA, and other regulations.
• Ensuring cyber compliance for cross-border logistics.
• Workshop: Developing a compliance checklist for supply chain cybersecurity.

Day 5: Future Cybersecurity Trends & Implementation Strategies

Morning Session: Emerging Cyber Threats & Trends in SCM Security

• AI-driven cyberattacks and defensive strategies.
• The future of quantum computing & its impact on cybersecurity.
• Case study: Cybersecurity innovations in Amazon’s supply chain.

Afternoon Session: Implementing a Cybersecurity Framework for Supply Chains

• Building a comprehensive cybersecurity roadmap.
• Strategies for upskilling workforce & cybersecurity awareness training.
• Capstone project: Developing a cybersecurity implementation strategy for an organization.

Training Methodology

This course follows a hands-on, practical approach, including:

• Live demonstrations of cybersecurity tools & threat detection software.
• Case studies from Maersk, Amazon, Target, and the Colonial Pipeline attack.
• Workshops on risk assessment, compliance, blockchain security & cloud protection.
• Interactive discussions on emerging cyber threats and best defense strategies.
• Capstone project: Designing a cybersecurity strategy for real-world supply chain operations.

Certification

Upon successful completion, participants will receive:

• A Certificate of Completion in Cybersecurity in Supply Chain Operations from Learnify® Training.
• A Digital Badge for LinkedIn and professional recognition.

This certification validates expertise in supply chain cybersecurity, risk management, compliance, and resilience planning, preparing professionals for leadership roles in digital supply chain security.