Cybersecurity Essentials for Senior Leaders

Half day Workshop

Course Overview

Cyber attacks make headlines daily, yet many senior leaders feel ill-equipped to oversee cybersecurity effectively. This workshop provides executives with the knowledge to engage meaningfully with security teams, interpret risk reports, and make informed decisions about security investments.

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Flexible Delivery

From a 90-minute executive briefing to a 5-day leadership programme—I'll tailor the format, depth, and examples to match your team's objectives.

Session Outline

1. The Threat Landscape Today

  • Who attacks organisations and why
  • Common attack methods explained simply
  • Industry-specific threats and trends
  • The business impact of security incidents

2. Inside a Cyber Attack

  • Live demonstration: how attackers operate
  • Social engineering and human vulnerabilities
  • Technical exploits in plain language
  • Why traditional defences often fail

3. Leadership Responsibilities

  • Legal and regulatory obligations
  • The board’s role in cybersecurity oversight
  • Building a security-aware culture
  • Incident response: leadership decisions that matter

4. Evaluating Your Security Posture

  • Understanding security assessments and audits
  • Interpreting risk reports and dashboards
  • Questions to ask your security team
  • Benchmarking against peers and standards

5. Investment and Resource Decisions

  • Prioritising security spending
  • Build vs. buy vs. outsource decisions
  • Insurance and risk transfer options
  • Measuring security programme effectiveness

6. Scenario Exercise: Incident Response

  • A simulated breach unfolds
  • Teams make leadership decisions in real-time
  • Debrief on choices and consequences

Outcomes for Participants

  • Understand current cyber threats and attack methods
  • Fulfil oversight responsibilities with confidence
  • Ask informed questions about security posture
  • Make better decisions about security investments

Interested in this programme for your organisation?

Every course is fully customised to your specific context and learning objectives.