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| Duration | Exam | Delivery | Certificate | Level |
| 5 Days | Included | Live Online & Self-Study | PECB | Intermediate |
The NIST Cybersecurity Lead Implementer Training helps professionals build practical skills in cybersecurity, risk management, and compliance. The course is based on key NIST publications and frameworks.
You will learn about NIST SP 800-12, NIST SP 800-53, NIST Risk Management Framework (RMF), NIST SP 800-171, and the NIST Cybersecurity Framework (CSF).
The course also explains how to use NIST guidance to protect information systems, manage cyber risks, and improve security programs.
You will also learn the six NIST CSF functions: Govern, Identify, Protect, Detect, Respond, and Recover.
After completing the training, you can take the certification exam. Participants who pass the exam can earn the PECB Certified NIST Cybersecurity Lead Implementer credential.
Why Should You Attend?
Organizations face growing cyber threats and security risks. They also need to meet security and compliance requirements.
This training helps you understand how to use NIST guidance to:
- Improve cybersecurity programs
- Identify and manage security risks
- Apply security and privacy controls
- Support cybersecurity compliance
- Improve incident management
- Protect information systems
- Build a stronger cybersecurity posture
You will also learn practical ways to apply NIST frameworks in an organization.
Day 1: Introduction to NIST Cybersecurity standards and principles
Day 2: Risk management strategy and supply chain risk management
Day 3: Selecting security controls, awareness and training, and continuous monitoring
Day 4: Cybersecurity incident management
Day 5: Certification exam
The “PECB Certified NIST Cybersecurity Lead Implementer” exam fully meets the PECB Examination and Certification Program (ECP) requirements. It covers the following competency domains:
Domain 1: Fundamental principles and concepts of cybersecurity
Domain 2: Planning an organizational strategy in cybersecurity
Domain 3: Assessing and advising on cybersecurity programs and security controls
Domain 4: Cybersecurity incident management
Domain 5: Cybersecurity incident response
After passing the exam, you can apply for one of the credentials in the table below. You will receive a certificate once you fulfill all the requirements of the selected credential.
The certification requirements for PECB Certified NIST Cybersecurity Lead Implementer are:
| Credential | Exam | Professional experience | Cybersecurity program experience | Other requirements |
| PECB Certified Provisional NIST Cybersecurity Implementer | PECB Certified NIST Cybersecurity Lead Implementer exam | None | None | Signing the PECB Code of Ethics |
| PECB Certified NIST Cybersecurity Implementer | 2 years (1 in cybersecurity) | At least 200 hours | ||
| PECB Certified NIST Cybersecurity Lead Implementer | 5 years (2 in cybersecurity) | At least 300 hours | ||
| PECB Certified NIST Cybersecurity Senior Lead Implementer | 10 years (7 in cybersecurity) | At least 1,000 hours |
The cybersecurity management activities should follow best practices and include the following:
- Assisting in applying the NIST guidelines and controls
- Providing guidance on incident response and crisis management in accordance with NIST guidelines
- Designing security awareness and training programs to educate employees about cybersecurity risks, compliance requirements, and best practices recommended by NIST
- Establishing mechanisms to monitor security controls and processes, including regular reviews and assessments
- Conducting thorough risk assessments using the NIST Risk Management Framework to identify and prioritize cybersecurity risks
- Certificate and examination fees are included in the price of the training course.
- Participants will receive more than 450 pages of comprehensive training materials, including practical examples, exercises, and quizzes.
- Participants who have attended the training course will receive an attestation of course completion worth 31 CPD (Continuing Professional Development) credits.
- Candidates who have completed the training course with one of our partners and failed the first exam attempt are eligible to retake the exam for free within a 12-month period from the date the coupon code is received because the fee paid for the training course includes a first exam attempt and one retake. Otherwise, retake fees apply.
Who Should Attend?
This training is suitable for:
- Cybersecurity executives and directors
- System administrators and network engineers
- Cybersecurity and information security professionals
- Cybersecurity program managers
- Risk and compliance professionals
- Cybersecurity consultants and advisors
- Digital forensics and cybercrime investigators
- Professionals who want to improve their NIST knowledge
Learning Objectives
By the end of this training, you will be able to:
- Explain basic cybersecurity principles
- Understand key NIST publications and frameworks
- Apply NIST security and privacy controls
- Support cybersecurity risk management
- Support incident management activities
- Help develop and improve cybersecurity programs
- Use the NIST CSF to strengthen security practices
Educational Approach
The training combines NIST theory with practical cybersecurity guidance. It includes:
- NIST SP 800-12, SP 800-53, SP 800-171, and NIST RMF
- NIST Cybersecurity Framework concepts
- Cybersecurity risk assessment and treatment
- Security controls and System Security Plans
- Practical cybersecurity program guidance
- Interactive discussions and knowledge sharing
- Quizzes that help prepare you for the certification exam
PECB offers different training formats, including classroom and technology-based learning options.
Prerequisites
Participants should have a basic understanding of cybersecurity principles and frameworks.
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