The Training on Cybersecurity Audit in Banking is designed for professionals tasked with evaluating cyber risks and strengthening information security within financial institutions. As cyber threats targeting the banking sector continue to grow, the ability to conduct effective cybersecurity audits is critical for protecting systems, data, and customer trust. This course covers audit planning, risk assessment, control evaluation, compliance requirements, and audit reporting, all tailored to the banking context. Participants will engage with real-world scenarios and develop the skills needed to identify weaknesses and ensure alignment with regulatory standards. The training is available through virtual sessions, onsite delivery, or customized in-house programs. Upon successful completion, participants will receive a Certificate of Completion.

Course Objectives

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

• Understand the cybersecurity risks specific to the banking sector.
• Conduct risk-based cybersecurity audits for banking operations.
• Assess compliance with financial sector regulations.
• Evaluate and recommend improvements to cybersecurity controls.
• Prepare and present audit findings to management.

Target Audience

• Internal and External Auditors
• Bank IT Security Officers
• Compliance Managers
• Risk Management Professionals
• Cybersecurity Consultants in the Financial Sector

Training Duration

Classroom: 5 Days

Online: 7 Days

Course Modules

Module 1: Banking Cybersecurity Landscape

• Common cyber threats in banking (phishing, account takeover, insider fraud)
• Overview of banking IT systems and processes
• Regulatory bodies and compliance requirements (CBK, PCI DSS, Basel III)

Module 2: Cybersecurity Audit Fundamentals

• Principles and standards of IT auditing
• Cybersecurity audit lifecycle
• Risk-based audit planning

Module 3: Audit of Banking Security Controls

• Network and system security assessments
• Application security testing for online banking
• Payment system and ATM security audits

Module 4: Regulatory Compliance Audits

• Compliance with anti-money laundering (AML) and KYC requirements
• Data protection laws and financial sector guidelines
• Reporting requirements to regulators

Module 5: Incident Response and Recovery in Banking

• Evaluating incident handling processes
• Testing business continuity and disaster recovery plans
• Lessons learned and post-incident reviews

Module 6: Reporting and Continuous Improvement

• Structuring audit reports for management and regulators
• Follow-up and remediation tracking
• Enhancing security posture through continuous auditing

Delivery Method

This program is taught through a mix of practical activities, theory, group work and case studies. Training manuals and additional reference materials are provided to the participants.

CERTIFICATION

Upon successful completion of the Cybersecurity Audit in Banking training, participants will be awarded a certificate of course completion.

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