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Management experts , ITSM Hub , has launched a NIST Cybersecurity Professional ( NCSP ) program – as part of the accredited NIST Cybersecurity Framework ( NIST-CSF ) – that provides comprehensive security guidance and training to individuals and organizations in a bid to help better prevent , detect and respond to cyberattacks .

The rollout of the new NIST cybersecurity certification program comes on the heels of the Federal Government ’ s comprehensive A $ 1.67 billion action plan – set forth in ‘ Australia ’ s Cybersecurity Strategy 2020 that aims to strengthen the protection of Australians , businesses and critical infrastructure from the most sophisticated threats .

At the same time , ITSM Hub has partnered with UK-based CySec Professionals – a NIST regional partner – to amplify its delivery of the new cybersecurity training services across Australia and New Zealand .

“ We ’ re delighted to announce our partnership with CySec Professionals Ltd

to enhance and complement our existing service portfolio ,” said ITSM Hub Managing Director , Rachel Pennings .

“ With the unexpected increased use of remote working and virtual presence , we see the NCSP training as a timely and relevant service offering to help our customers navigate the increased complexity of the cybersecurity landscape .”

Pennings said the rollout of the NIST certification program is well-timed given the growing incidence of cybersecurity breaches across all facets of industry , government and academia .

“ If you ’ re still thinking cybersecurity is optional , the assortment of reports so far during 2020 should give you pause ,” she said . “ Ransomware is not going away and organizations are finding themselves with few options once exploited . That ’ s not the end of it though – don ’ t be too surprised if shareholders and / or corporate regulators come knocking with a ‘ please explain ’ and a court case or two .

“ That ’ s why the NIST certification program is of great value and interest to all organizations , large or small – offering a specialized framework with invaluable guidance and timely answers to current and future cybersecurity needs and challenges .”

ITSM Hub – well-recognized for its IT Service Management training and consulting assistance and range of courses including ITIL 4 , SIAM , PRINCE2 Business Relationship Management ; and DevOps certification – wants to rev up professional training in the cybersecurity arena to help industry and government be more cyberaware and take proactive measures to curb escalating cyberattacks .

In that vein , Pennings said the new NCSP training program teaches individuals and organizations how to engineer , operationalise and continually improve a cybersecurity program based on the NIST-CSF .

The framework integrates industry standards and best practices to help organizations manage their cybersecurity risks . Originally aimed at operators of critical infrastructure , the framework is now being used by a wide range of businesses and countries as a proactive approach to cyber-risk management .

Additionally , the framework provides a common language that allows staff at all levels within an organization – and at all points in a supply chain – to develop a shared understanding of their cybersecurity risks .

“ Now more than ever , organizations must balance a rapidly evolving cyberthreat landscape against the need to fulfil business requirements ,” Pennings said . •

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