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What You'll Learn

Enhance your expertise in cybersecurity, compliance, and governance to strengthen resilience in the digital financial ecosystem.
Course Benefits
Industry Certification

Internationally recognized qualification

Expert Instructors

Learn from industry professionals

Dedicated Support

Assistance during and after training

Practical Skills

Apply knowledge immediately

Comprehensive 10-day curriculum with all materials included
Hands-on exercises and real-world case studies
Valuable networking opportunities with peers and experts
Post-course resources and refresher materials
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Duration 10 Days
Level Intermediate
Format In-Person

Course Overview

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This course equips professionals in the financial sector with the advanced knowledge and practical skills to manage cybersecurity threats, digital risks, and regulatory compliance challenges. Participants will explore frameworks, tools, and leadership approaches for safeguarding financial data, digital platforms, and customer trust. The course blends theory and applied practice in threat detection, incident response, and governance—helping organizations build cyber resilience in an era of increasing digital transformation and sophisticated financial crimes.

Duration

10 Days

Who Should Attend

  • Cybersecurity and IT risk managers

  • Chief Information Security Officers (CISOs) and compliance officers

  • Digital banking and fintech professionals

  • Financial auditors and internal control specialists

  • Regulators and consultants in financial risk and governance

Course Impact

Organizational Impact:

  • Strengthened cybersecurity posture and operational resilience

  • Enhanced regulatory compliance and reduced financial risk exposure

  • Improved data protection and customer confidence

Individual Impact:

  • Deepened expertise in managing digital and cyber risks in financial contexts

  • Strengthened analytical, technical, and leadership skills for cybersecurity strategy

  • Increased professional readiness for emerging financial technology threats

Course Objectives

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

  • Understand cybersecurity threats and risk frameworks in financial institutions

  • Implement strategies for data protection and digital asset security

  • Analyze and mitigate cyber risks in online banking, fintech, and payment systems

  • Strengthen governance, compliance, and incident management capabilities

  • Foster a cybersecurity-aware culture and leadership mindset

Course Outline

Module 1: The Cybersecurity Landscape in Financial Services

  • Overview of digital transformation and cyber threats in finance

  • Anatomy of cyberattacks targeting financial institutions

  • Case study: Responding to a coordinated cyber breach in a bank

Module 2: Risk Management Frameworks and Regulatory Compliance

  • Understanding ISO 27001, NIST, and Basel III cyber risk frameworks

  • Aligning digital risk management with financial compliance standards

  • Case study: Implementing a governance framework for cybersecurity resilience

Module 3: Data Protection, Privacy, and Fraud Prevention

  • Securing customer data and financial transactions

  • Integrating AI and analytics in fraud detection and prevention

  • Case study: Building an effective anti-fraud and data protection program

Module 4: Cyber Resilience and Incident Response Planning

  • Developing incident response and recovery strategies

  • Crisis communication, forensic analysis, and risk mitigation

  • Case study: Managing a ransomware attack in a digital bank

Module 5: Emerging Technologies and Future Cyber Risks

  • The impact of AI, blockchain, and IoT on financial cybersecurity

  • Evaluating third-party and supply chain digital risks

  • Case study: Adapting cybersecurity strategy for future fintech innovations

Module 6: Leadership in Digital Risk Governance

  • Building cybersecurity awareness and accountability across teams

  • Integrating cyber risk into enterprise risk management

  • Case study: Executive decision-making during digital risk events

Module 7: Digital Identity and Access Management

  • Managing authentication, authorization, and privilege escalation risks

  • Biometric systems, encryption, and tokenization technologies

  • Case study: Designing a secure customer access system in financial services

Module 8: Cloud Security and Infrastructure Protection

  • Assessing risks of cloud-based financial operations

  • Best practices for secure cloud migration and monitoring

  • Case study: Securing hybrid cloud environments for banking applications

Module 9: Cybersecurity Metrics and Performance Monitoring

  • Designing KPIs and dashboards for cyber risk management

  • Using analytics to track security performance and compliance

  • Case study: Implementing continuous monitoring in cybersecurity programs

Module 10: Capstone: Developing a Digital Risk Management Strategy

  • Applying cybersecurity frameworks and governance principles

  • Group project: Designing a cyber risk management roadmap for a financial institution

  • Reflection and evaluation for implementation readiness

Prerequisites

No specific prerequisites required. This course is suitable for beginners and professionals alike.

Course Administration Details

Customized Training

This training can be tailored to your institution needs and delivered at a location of your choice upon request.

Requirements

Participants need to be proficient in English.

Training Fee

The fee covers tuition, training materials, refreshments, lunch, and study visits. Participants are responsible for their own travel, visa, insurance, and personal expenses.

Certification

Upon successful completion of this course, participants will be issued with a certificate from Ideal Workplace Solutions certified by the National Industrial Training Authority (NITA) under License NO: NITA/TRN/2734.

Accommodation

Accommodation can be arranged upon request. Contact via email for reservations.

Payment

Payment should be made before the training starts, with proof of payment sent to outreach@idealworkplacesolutions.org.

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In-Person Training Schedules


January 2026
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5 Jan - 16 Jan 2026 10 days Nairobi, Kenya KES 198,000 | USD 2,800 Enroll Now
5 Jan - 16 Jan 2026 10 days Cape Town, South Africa USD 7,500 Enroll Now
5 Jan - 16 Jan 2026 10 days Dubai, United Arabs Emirates USD 8,000 Enroll Now
5 Jan - 16 Jan 2026 10 days Zanzibar, Tanzania USD 4,400 Enroll Now
12 Jan - 23 Jan 2026 10 days Mombasa, Kenya KES 230,000 | USD 3,000 Enroll Now
12 Jan - 23 Jan 2026 10 days Kigali, Rwanda USD 3,800 Enroll Now
12 Jan - 23 Jan 2026 10 days Accra, Ghana USD 7,200 Enroll Now
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19 Jan - 30 Jan 2026 10 days Dar es Salaam, Tanzania USD 4,300 Enroll Now
19 Jan - 30 Jan 2026 10 days Johannesburg, South Africa USD 6,500 Enroll Now
19 Jan - 30 Jan 2026 10 days Nakuru, Kenya KES 210,000 | USD 2,800 Enroll Now
19 Jan - 30 Jan 2026 10 days Dakar, Senegal USD 6,000 Enroll Now
26 Jan - 6 Feb 2026 10 days Pretoria, South Africa USD 6,300 Enroll Now
26 Jan - 6 Feb 2026 10 days Kisumu, Kenya KES 210,000 | USD 3,000 Enroll Now
26 Jan - 6 Feb 2026 10 days Naivasha, Kenya KES 210,000 | USD 2,800 Enroll Now
26 Jan - 6 Feb 2026 10 days Arusha, Tanzania USD 4,300 Enroll Now
5 Jan - 16 Jan 2026
10 days
Venue:
Nairobi, Kenya
Fee (VAT Incl.):
KES 198,000
USD 2,800
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5 Jan - 16 Jan 2026
10 days
Venue:
Cape Town, South Africa
Fee (VAT Incl.):
USD 7,500
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5 Jan - 16 Jan 2026
10 days
Venue:
Dubai, United Arabs Emirates
Fee (VAT Incl.):
USD 8,000
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5 Jan - 16 Jan 2026
10 days
Venue:
Zanzibar, Tanzania
Fee (VAT Incl.):
USD 4,400
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12 Jan - 23 Jan 2026
10 days
Venue:
Mombasa, Kenya
Fee (VAT Incl.):
KES 230,000
USD 3,000
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12 Jan - 23 Jan 2026
10 days
Venue:
Kigali, Rwanda
Fee (VAT Incl.):
USD 3,800
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12 Jan - 23 Jan 2026
10 days
Venue:
Accra, Ghana
Fee (VAT Incl.):
USD 7,200
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12 Jan - 23 Jan 2026
10 days
Venue:
Kampala, Uganda
Fee (VAT Incl.):
USD 3,800
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19 Jan - 30 Jan 2026
10 days
Venue:
Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
Fee (VAT Incl.):
USD 4,300
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19 Jan - 30 Jan 2026
10 days
Venue:
Johannesburg, South Africa
Fee (VAT Incl.):
USD 6,500
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19 Jan - 30 Jan 2026
10 days
Venue:
Nakuru, Kenya
Fee (VAT Incl.):
KES 210,000
USD 2,800
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19 Jan - 30 Jan 2026
10 days
Venue:
Dakar, Senegal
Fee (VAT Incl.):
USD 6,000
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26 Jan - 6 Feb 2026
10 days
Venue:
Pretoria, South Africa
Fee (VAT Incl.):
USD 6,300
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26 Jan - 6 Feb 2026
10 days
Venue:
Kisumu, Kenya
Fee (VAT Incl.):
KES 210,000
USD 3,000
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26 Jan - 6 Feb 2026
10 days
Venue:
Naivasha, Kenya
Fee (VAT Incl.):
KES 210,000
USD 2,800
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26 Jan - 6 Feb 2026
10 days
Venue:
Arusha, Tanzania
Fee (VAT Incl.):
USD 4,300
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Professionals responsible for cybersecurity, risk management, and compliance in financial organizations.
A basic understanding of IT or finance is recommended, but the course suits both technical and managerial professionals.
Yes, including ISO 27001, NIST, GDPR, and key financial sector cybersecurity policies.
Yes, it includes hands-on sessions, real-world case studies, and scenario-based simulations.
Enhanced ability to design, manage, and lead robust cybersecurity and digital risk strategies in financial institutions.
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