Competency
Implementation of Control A 5.30 ICT Readiness for Business Continuity
This competency offers a comprehensive overview of ICT readiness and business continuity. Participants will explore the importance of cybersecurity, align ICT with business objectives, and understand documentation and human factors. The competency also covers backup and recovery protocols, including redundancy and failover systems, while emphasizing regular maintenance, testing, and ISO/IEC 27001 compliance. Mastering these elements will enhance your organization’s resilience and preparedness for disruptions.
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Course Overview:
This course provides essential knowledge for implementing Control A 5.30 from ISO/IEC 27001, focusing on ICT readiness within the context of business continuity. Through four modules, learners will explore strategic alignment of ICT with business needs, employee readiness, recovery protocols, and ISO/IEC 27001-compliant testing and maintenance. By completing this course, professionals will be equipped to enhance organizational resilience and minimize downtime during disruptions.
What You'll Learn:
- Core principles of ICT readiness for business continuity
- How to align ICT operations with continuity objectives
- Best practices in documentation, employee training, and communication
- Protocols for backup, recovery, and redundancy
- ISO/IEC 27001 guidelines for maintenance, testing, and auditing
Who Should Take This Course?
This course is perfect for:
- Information security professionals
- Business continuity and risk managers
- IT administrators and system architects
- ISO/IEC 27001 implementers and auditors
- Professionals responsible for ICT service continuity
What You'll Get:
- A certification of completion
- Step-by-step guidance for implementing Control A 5.30
- Tools to ensure ICT resilience during crises
- Deep understanding of BCMS and ISMS integration
- Practice quizzes and real-world scenarios
Module 1
Understanding ICT Readiness and Business Continuity
- Introduction to ICT Readiness (16 mins)
- Business Continuity Objectives (13 mins)
- Significance of Cybersecurity in Business Continuity (16 mins)
- Aligning ICT with Business Objectives (13 mins)
- Take the Practice Quiz
Module 2
Documentation and Human Factor
- BIA and Crisis Communication Strategies (14 mins)
- Establishing Best Practices Among Personnel (16 mins)
- Employee Training and Awareness (13 mins)
- Documentation and Communication (14 mins)
- Take the Practice Quiz
Module 3
Backup and Recovery Protocols
- ICT Protocols for Backup, Recovery, and Continuity (14 mins)
- Redundancy and Failover Systems (18 mins)
- Virtualization and Remote Access (16 mins)
- Other Cybersecurity Measures (14 mins)
- Take the Practice Quiz
Module 4
Maintenance, Testing, and ISO/IEC 27001
- Regular Maintenance and Updates (14 mins)
- Testing and Exercises (14 mins)
- Implementation as per ISO/IEC 27001 (14 mins)
- Auditing as per ISO/IEC 27001 (13 mins)
- Take the Practice Quiz
About the Trainer
Ramy Mohammed
Information Security and Business Continuity Expert
Ramy Mohammed is a passionate expert in security, business continuity, and project management. He founded ISQuality in 2012, specializing in consulting, auditing, and training in cybersecurity and business continuity. As CEO of RISKILIENCE, he focuses on risks and resilience, particularly in information security and business continuity. With 21 years of experience, Ramy leads the North West Africa branch of the Business Continuity Institute and has contributed to over 20 projects, conducted more than 100 training courses, and performed around 40 ISMS and BCMS audits.
