Introduction to Cybersecurity Risk Management: A Practical Primer

Want to earn Continuing Professional Education (CPE) credits? Visit https://store.natsar.com/intro-cyber-... to watch the same video for free and receive a certificate of attendance, which can be used to fulfill continuing education requirements for cybersecurity certifications. Explore the foundational principles of cybersecurity risk management in this informative on-demand course by Josh Moulin, Principal at Natsar. As cyber threats grow more frequent and sophisticated, understanding and managing risks is essential for organizations of all sizes. This video is perfect for cybersecurity professionals, students, and decision-makers looking to strengthen their security posture and mitigate vulnerabilities or just learn the basics of cybersecurity risk management. Interested in the Risk Register discussed in this course? You can get your copy here: https://store.natsar.com/risk-register Have questions or comments? Leave them below and we'll do our best to respond. Key topics covered include: The basics of cybersecurity risk management and why it is critical in today’s interconnected world. The CIA Triad (Confidentiality, Integrity, Availability) and how it underpins all risk-based decision-making in cybersecurity. How to identify and evaluate threats, vulnerabilities, and exposures that lead to risk. A breakdown of risk management strategies: avoid, transfer, accept, and reduce. The role of cyber risk assessments, security controls, vulnerability management, patch management, and basic cyber hygiene in minimizing risk. How to use practical tools like risk registers and POA&Ms (Plan of Action and Milestones) to track and mitigate risks effectively. Real-world examples of risk management in action, illustrating how organizations address and adapt to ever-evolving cyber threats. For more cybersecurity resources, visit https://Natsar.com. This primer provides a practical framework for tackling cybersecurity challenges and safeguarding your organization against cyber threats. Whether you’re just starting out in cybersecurity or looking to refine your expertise, this video will give you the knowledge and tools to succeed. Subscribe now for more practical tips and insights on cybersecurity risk management. You can also sign up for Natsar's newsletter at https://natsar.substack.com. Chapters: 00:00 - Welcome, Introduction, and Objectives 03:55 - Introduction to Cybersecurity Risk Management Core Concepts 04:40 - The Complex Cybersecurity Environment 10:37 - The Foundation of Cybersecurity: CIA (Confidentiality, Integrity, Availability) 13:15 - Various Sources and Targets of Cyber Threats 14:49 - Understanding Threats and Exposures 17:42 - Understanding Vulnerability to Threats 20:35 - Cybersecurity Vulnerability and Patch Management 22:35 - Understanding the Difference Between Vulnerabilities and Exploits 25:28 - Prioritizing Vulnerability Mitigations 29:59 - CVEs and CVSS 33:31 - Assessing Information Technology and Cybersecurity Risk 34:36 - Risk Assessment Categorization Including FIPS 199 and NIST 800-30 41:28 - Eliminating Highest Impact Risks 43:07 - Practical Example of Threat Analysis 45:06 - Risk Management Strategies: Avoid, Transfer, Accept, Reduce 46:47 - Risk Management On-Prem to the Cloud 49:12 - Risk Assessment Frameworks: CIS, NIST, CPGs, and Others 54:17 - Tools for Risk Management: Risk Registers and POA&Ms 57:33 - Enterprise Risk Management and Communicating with Executives 1:01:53 - Why CISOs Get Fired 1:03:45 - Cybersecurity Risk is Not an "IT Problem" 1:07:00 - Final Thoughts and Next Steps