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Cyber Defense for Fintech: Protecting Your Digital Assets

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MODE
e-LMS

TYPE
Self Paced

LEVEL
Moderate

DURATION
3 Months

About

This course covers cybersecurity principles tailored to fintech, emphasizing threat identification, prevention, and response strategies specific to the financial sector’s supply chain. Participants will learn to safeguard digital assets through real-world scenarios and cutting-edge security practices.

Aim

To empower fintech professionals with advanced cybersecurity knowledge and practical skills, enabling them to design, implement, and manage robust cyber defense strategies specifically for protecting digital assets within the supply chain. This training will ensure participants can navigate the complex landscape of cyber threats in the financial sector, maintaining integrity and security against increasingly sophisticated attacks.

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Program Objectives

Understand the unique cybersecurity challenges in fintech and its supply chain.
Learn to identify, analyze, and mitigate cybersecurity threats.
Develop and implement robust security measures tailored to protect financial data and digital assets.

Program Structure

Module 1: Introduction to Cybersecurity in Fintech

Section 1: Fundamentals of Cybersecurity
- Definitions and Key Concepts in Cybersecurity
- Overview of Cyber Threats in the Financial Sector
Section 2: Legal and Regulatory Framework
- Key Legal Milestones and Current Laws Governing Cybersecurity in Fintech
- Policy Requirements and Institutional Responsibilities

Module 2: Threat Identification and Risk Management

Section 1: Identifying and Assessing Cyber Threats
- Understanding Different Types and Sources of Cyber Threats
- Case Studies on Major Cyber Attacks in Fintech
Section 2: Developing a Risk Management Framework
- Designing Effective Risk Assessment Procedures
- Implementing Proactive Threat Detection Systems

Module 3: Building a Secure Infrastructure

Section 1: Infrastructure and Architecture Security
- Best Practices for Secure Network Architecture
- Critical Infrastructure Protection in Fintech
Section 2: Security Protocols and Technologies
- Advanced Security Technologies for Fintech
- Ensuring Data Protection and Privacy

Module 4: Incident Response and Recovery

Section 1: Incident Response Planning
- Steps for Effective Incident Response
- Documentation and Record-Keeping for Incident Management
Section 2: Recovery and Compliance
- Strategies for System Recovery and Continuity
- Legal Compliance and Regular Audits

Module 5: Advanced Topics in Fintech Cyber Defense

Section 1: Emerging Threats and Innovations
- Staying Ahead of Emerging Cybersecurity Challenges
- Innovative Solutions for Cyber Defense in Fintech
Section 2: Strategic Implementation
- Long-term Strategic Planning for Cyber Resilience
- Case Studies on Successful Cyber Defense Strategies

Module 6: Fostering a Culture of Security

Section 1: Training and Awareness Programs
- Developing Comprehensive Security Training for All Employees
- Role-Playing Scenarios and Real-time Simulations
Section 2: Organizational Best Practices
- Policies for a Security-centric Organizational Culture
- Best Practices for Engaging Third-Party Service Providers

Final Assessment and Project

Capstone Project:
- Development of a Cybersecurity Strategy for a Hypothetical Fintech Company
Final Examination:
- Comprehensive Test on Cyber Defense Theories and Practices in Fintech

Participant’s Eligibility

Cybersecurity and fintech professionals interested in supply chain security.
IT staff in financial institutions needing specialized knowledge in cyber defense.
Anyone with basic cybersecurity knowledge aiming to specialize in fintech.

Program Outcomes

Threat Identification Skills: Ability to recognize and categorize emerging cybersecurity threats in fintech.

Risk Assessment Proficiency: Expertise in assessing risks and vulnerabilities specific to fintech supply chains.

Incident Response Capabilities: Skills to swiftly and effectively manage and mitigate cyber incidents.

Preventative Security Measures: Knowledge to design and implement preventative security strategies to protect digital assets.

Regulatory Compliance Understanding: Familiarity with financial sector-specific cybersecurity regulations and compliance requirements.

Security Protocol Development: Ability to develop robust security protocols for fintech environments.

Technology Integration Skills: Expertise in integrating advanced cybersecurity technologies into existing fintech systems.

Fee Structure

Standard Fees: INR ~~4,998~~ USD ~~198~~

Discounted Fee: INR 2499 USD 99

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Program Assessment

Certification to this program will be based on the evaluation of following assignment (s)/ examinations:

Exam	Weightage
Mid Term Assignments	20 %
Final Online Exam	30 %
Project Report Submission (Includes Mandatory Paper Publication)	50 %

To study the printed/online course material, submit and clear, the mid term assignments, project work/research study (in completion of project work/research study, a final report must be submitted) and the online examination, you are allotted a 1-month period. You will be awarded a certificate, only after successful completion/ and clearance of all the aforesaid assignment(s) and examinations.