TrustBroker Africa (TBA) IV - SIM3 Auditor Certification Training

Africa/Porto-Novo
Agence des Systèmes d'Information et du numérique (ASIN)

Agence des Systèmes d'Information et du numérique (ASIN)

Zongo Nima, à côté de Top Chrono, immeuble Fawaz, Cotonou-Bénin
Don Stikvoort (Open CSIRT Foundation), Jacques Houngbo (FGI Benin), Omo Oaiya (WACREN)
Description

The TrustBroker Africa (TBA) IV is a training and community-building event hosted by Le Forum sur la Gouvernance de l’Internet au Bénin (FGI Bénin) in collaboration with WACREN, the Open CSIRT Foundation (OCF) and the ShadowServer Foundation

The SIM3 Auditor Certification Training is an intensive program designed to equip cybersecurity professionals with the knowledge and skills to assess and improve the maturity of Computer Security Incident Response Teams (CSIRTs) within their organisations.

What is SIM3?
The Security Incident Management Maturity Model (SIM3) is a globally recognised framework that provides a standardised approach to evaluating a CSIRT's ability to handle cybersecurity incidents. By participating in this training, you'll gain valuable insights into:

  • Establishing and maintaining effective CSIRT processes
  • Implementing best practices for incident response
  • Continuously improving your organisation's cybersecurity posture

Who Should Attend?
This program is ideal for cybersecurity professionals seeking to:

  • Become Certified SIM3 Auditors: Gain the expertise to assess and enhance the maturity of CSIRTs.
  • Elevate Their Skills: Develop a comprehensive understanding of CSIRT operations and best practices.
  • Earn Industry Recognition: Achieve a sought-after certification and demonstrate their commitment to cybersecurity excellence.

Target Audience: NREN, national, and sectoral CSIRTs, CSIRT/SOCs for commercial organisations, and other cybersecurity incident management-related organisations.

Applicants must have demonstrable knowledge and sufficient experience in cyber security incident management (CSIRT/SOC/ISAC work) and inside experience in the CSIRT community (sectoral, national, or international).

Program Highlights:

  • In-depth Training: Our experienced instructors will guide you through the intricacies of the SIM3 framework and provide examples and practical exercises.
  • Certification Exams: Validate your knowledge and skills by taking the official SIM3 Auditor certification exams.
  • OCF Support: Benefit from ongoing support from the Open CSIRT Foundation during your first year as a certified auditor.
  • Threat Intelligence Session: Deepen your expertise with a dedicated bonus day exploring advanced threat intelligence and incident response techniques. 
     

    Cost: €1200 or $1300 (includes training materials, certification exams, and OCF support) 

    Available support: We thank the European Commission for providing funds through the AfricaConnect3 project to support the participation of members of the NREN community.  Applications from the African regional research networks and their NRENs are welcome and encouraged. 
Registration
Registration for SIM3 Auditor Certification Training
TrustBroker Africa
    • 1
      Opening
    • 2
      Introduction to SMI3 and Open CSIRT Foundation
    • 10:40 AM
      Break
    • 3
      Introduction to SMI3and Open CSIRT Foundation
    • 12:30 PM
      Lunch
    • 4
      SIM3 Organisational Parameters
    • 3:20 PM
      Break
    • 5
      SIM3 Organisational Parameters
    • 6
      SIM3 Human Parameters
    • 10:40 AM
      break
    • 7
      SIM3 Human Parameters
    • 12:30 PM
      Lunch
    • 8
      SIM3 Tools Parameters
    • 3:20 PM
      Lunch
    • 9
      Tools Parameters & SIM3 Process Parameters
    • 10
      SIM3 Process Parameters
    • 10:40 AM
      Break
    • 11
      How to become an Excellent SIM3 Auditor
    • 12:30 PM
      Lunch
    • 12
      Wrap-up of Training
    • 13
      Written Exams