CRISC Cert Prep: 1 Governance

Learn about IT risk identification, one of the four IT risk management domains, and begin preparing for the CRISC certification exam.

Introduction

• Governance
• What you need to know

1. IT Risk Basics

• Define IT risk
• Collect relevant information
• Measure IT risk

2. Threats and Vulnerabilities

• Understand threats
• Understand vulnerabilities
• Protect people
• Protect processes
• Protect technology

3. Enterprise Risk Context

• Prioritize IT risk
• Establish an IT risk register
• Understand the enterprise risk profile
• Three lines of defense

4. Engage Your Stakeholders

• Identify key stakeholders
• Determine risk appetite and tolerance
• Align with business objectives
• Align with external requirements
• Develop control documentation
• Enable informed decisions

5. Improve Your Risk Posture

• Collaborate with stakeholders
• Develop a risk-awareness program
• Train your stakeholders
• Promote a risk-aware culture

Conclusion

• Next steps