PROFICIENCY CERTIFICATE IN SECURITY POLICIES AND PROCEDURES

PROFICIENCY CERTIFICATE IN SECURITY POLICIES AND PROCEDURES

Course Duration: 8 to 12 weeks (2 to 3 months)
Course Fee: 15,000 Kenyan Shillings
Weekly Commitment: Minimum of 2 hours per day
Course Overview:
This course provides a comprehensive understanding of security policies and procedures, focusing on the development, implementation, and management of security protocols to protect organizational assets and information.

Week 1-2: Introduction to Security Policies and Procedures

• Understanding Security Policies
  • Definition and Importance of Security Policies
  • Key Elements of Effective Security Policies
• Types of Security Policies
  • Information Security Policies
  • Physical Security Policies
  • Personnel Security Policies
• Practical Exercises: Drafting basic security policies for different areas

Week 3-4: Developing Security Policies

• Policy Development Process
  • Identifying Security Needs and Objectives
  • Stakeholder Involvement and Approval Processes
• Writing Effective Security Policies
  • Structure and Language of Policies
  • Ensuring Clarity and Comprehensibility
• Practical Exercises: Creating detailed security policies for specific scenarios

Week 5-6: Implementing Security Policies

• Implementation Strategies
  • Communicating Policies to Stakeholders
  • Training and Awareness Programs
• Enforcement and Compliance
  • Monitoring Adherence to Security Policies
  • Addressing Non-Compliance Issues
• Practical Exercises: Developing implementation plans and training materials

Week 7-8: Managing Security Procedures

• Creating Security Procedures
  • Detailed Steps for Implementing Security Policies
  • Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
• Documenting Security Procedures
  • Maintaining Accurate and Up-to-Date Documentation
  • Reviewing and Updating Procedures Regularly
• Practical Exercises: Writing and documenting security procedures for various policies

Week 9-10: Risk Management and Incident Response

• Risk Assessment
  • Identifying and Analyzing Security Risks
  • Mitigation Strategies
• Incident Response Planning
  • Developing Incident Response Plans
  • Roles and Responsibilities During an Incident
• Practical Exercises: Conducting risk assessments and creating incident response plans

Week 11-12: Capstone Project and Professional Development

• Capstone Project
  • Developing a Comprehensive Security Policy and Procedure Manual
  • Incorporating Techniques Learned Throughout the Course
  • Presenting and Reviewing the Final Manual
• Career Development
  • Building a Professional Portfolio
  • Networking and Finding Opportunities in Security Management
  • Exploring Further Learning and Certification Opportunities
• Practical Exercises: Completing and presenting the capstone project

Final Week: Course Review and Assessment

• Comprehensive Review
  • Review of Key Concepts and Techniques
• Final Assessment
  • Written and Practical Evaluation Based on the Capstone Project and Course Content

Certification
Upon successful completion of the course, students will receive a "Proficiency Certificate in Security Policies and Procedures," recognizing their ability to develop, implement, and manage effective security policies and procedures within an organization.