15 Topics
5 Days
Programme Overview
Training Description
This course is designed for HR professionals, data protection officers, IT security specialists, and anyone responsible for handling employee data within an organization. The course is ideal for HR managers, HR directors, HR consultants, and staff working in organizations that manage sensitive employee data and are looking to enhance their knowledge of cybersecurity measures and data protection regulations.
About the Course
In today’s digital world, the security of sensitive employee data and compliance with international standards such as ISO 27001 have become critical to organizational integrity. This HR Cybersecurity & Data Protection training course aims to equip Human Resources (HR) professionals with the essential knowledge and skills to safeguard HR data, comply with privacy regulations, and ensure the security of HR software systems. Participants will gain a deeper understanding of cybersecurity best practices, data protection laws, and ISO 27001 compliance requirements specific to HR functions. The course will also explore the role of HR in preventing data breaches and mitigating security risks within the workplace.
Curriculum & Topics
15 Topics | 5 Days
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Subtopic 1.1:
Overview of cybersecurity in the HR context
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Subtopic 1.2:
Importance of data protection in HR
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Subtopic 1.3:
Regulatory frameworks and compliance standards
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Subtopic 2.1:
Types of personal data handled by HR
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Subtopic 2.2:
The concept of sensitive data and its protection
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Subtopic 2.3:
Data lifecycle management within HR systems
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Subtopic 3.1:
GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation) and its impact on HR
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Subtopic 3.2:
CCPA (California Consumer Privacy Act)
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Subtopic 3.3:
Other global privacy regulations (HIPAA, PIPEDA, etc.)
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Subtopic 3.4:
Understanding the rights of employees regarding their data
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Subtopic 4.1:
Overview of ISO 27001 and its significance
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Subtopic 4.2:
ISO 27001 framework and structure
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Subtopic 4.3:
Key principles of information security management
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Subtopic 5.1:
Implementing ISO 27001 in HR
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Subtopic 5.2:
Role of HR in ensuring ISO 27001 compliance
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Subtopic 5.3:
Risk assessment and management in HR data security
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Subtopic 6.1:
Common cybersecurity threats in HR systems (e.g., phishing, ransomware, insider threats)
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Subtopic 6.2:
The impact of data breaches on HR data
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Subtopic 6.3:
Preventing cyber-attacks through employee education
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Subtopic 7.1:
Identifying risks and vulnerabilities in HR software
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Subtopic 7.2:
Best practices for securing HR systems and applications
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Subtopic 7.3:
Role of encryption, access control, and multi-factor authentication
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Subtopic 8.1:
Encryption technologies and their role in data protection
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Subtopic 8.2:
Secure data storage solutions for HR
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Subtopic 8.3:
Implementing encryption for sensitive HR data
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Subtopic 9.1:
Managing user access rights and roles in HR software
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Subtopic 9.2:
Importance of role-based access control (RBAC)
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Subtopic 9.3:
Best practices for password management and multi-factor authentication
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Subtopic 10.1:
Steps to take in case of a data breach
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Subtopic 10.2:
Incident response plan for HR data breaches
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Subtopic 10.3:
Legal and regulatory implications of a data breach in HR
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Subtopic 11.1:
Developing cybersecurity training programs for HR staff
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Subtopic 11.2:
Promoting a culture of data security within HR teams
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Subtopic 11.3:
Handling sensitive information securely
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Subtopic 12.1:
Risks and benefits of storing HR data in the cloud
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Subtopic 12.2:
Best practices for cloud security in HR
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Subtopic 12.3:
Ensuring compliance with cloud service providers
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Subtopic 13.1:
Securing remote work environments for HR teams
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Subtopic 13.2:
Secure communication and collaboration tools for HR teams
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Subtopic 13.3:
Data security in remote and hybrid working setups
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Subtopic 14.1:
Conducting audits of HR data security protocols
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Subtopic 14.2:
Monitoring HR systems for data security breaches
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Subtopic 14.3:
Reporting and responding to data security incidents
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Subtopic 15.1:
Emerging threats in HR data security
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Subtopic 15.2:
The role of artificial intelligence and machine learning in HR cybersecurity
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Subtopic 15.3:
Future regulatory trends in HR data protection
