Overview
Understand the core principles of NIST SP 800-30 risk assessment methodology, Apply step-by-step processes to identify, analyze, and prioritize information security risks, Develop risk mitigation strategies aligned with organizational context and threat landscape, Use real-world scenarios and templates to conduct comprehensive IT risk assessments
This course is ideal for cybersecurity professionals, risk managers, compliance officers, IT auditors, and anyone responsible for assessing information security risks. It’s also valuable for project managers, consultants, and students preparing for roles in cyber risk management or those implementing NIST frameworks within their organizations.
Basic understanding of cybersecurity or IT governance is helpful, Familiarity with IT systems, digital assets, or organizational processes will enhance learning, A willingness to engage with case studies, practical exercises, and structured methodologies, Access to a computer or tablet for viewing course materials and completing optional assignments
Are you responsible for managing cybersecurity risks in your organization? Do you want to master a globally recognized risk assessment methodology used across industries? This course, “NIST 800-30: Risk Assessment Step by Step,” is your comprehensive guide to understanding and applying the NIST Special Publication 800-30, a cornerstone in the field of risk management.
Whether you're a cybersecurity analyst, risk manager, IT auditor, compliance officer, or security consultant, this course equips you with the skills and frameworks needed to confidently assess information system risks in alignment with NIST guidelines. The course breaks down the complex process of risk assessment into easy-to-follow, practical steps, helping you apply concepts directly to your work.
You will begin with an overview of the NIST Risk Management Framework (RMF) and its relationship to SP 800-30. From there, we explore the key components of effective risk assessment: threat sources and events, vulnerabilities, likelihood, impact, and risk determination. You’ll also learn how to document findings and translate them into actionable mitigation strategies aligned with your organization’s risk appetite.
The course includes hands-on templates, case studies, and walkthroughs to ensure practical understanding. Each module is designed to be clear, concise, and actionable—ideal for professionals looking to implement or refine a risk-based security approach.
By the end of this course, you’ll be able to:
Conduct structured risk assessments using NIST 800-30
Evaluate threats, vulnerabilities, and potential impacts
Communicate risk in meaningful terms to stakeholders
Create and use risk assessment reports for decision-making
Align your findings with cybersecurity controls and policies
Enroll now and start building risk-aware cybersecurity strategies based on one of the most respected standards in the industry. Whether you're preparing for an audit, enhancing compliance, or boosting your career in risk management—this course will give you the tools and confidence to succeed.
Dr. Amar Massoud
PhD in computer science and IT manager with 35 years technical experience in various fields including IT Security, IT Governance, IT Service Management , Software Development, Project Management, Business Analysis and Software Architecture. I hold 80+ IT certifications such as :
ITIL 4 Master, ITIL 3 Expert
ISO 27001 Auditor, ComptIA Security+, GSEC, CEH, ECSA, CISM, CISSP, CISA
PGMP, MSP
PMP, PMI-ACP, Prince2 Practitioner, Praxis, Scrum Master
COBIT 2019 Implementor, COBIT 5 Assessor/Implementer
TOGAF certified
Lean Specialist, VSM Specialist
PMI RMP, ISO 31000 Risk Manager, ISO 22301 Lead Auditor
PMI-PBA, CBAP
Lean Six Sigma Black Belt, ISO 9001 Implementer
Azure Administrator, Azure DevOps Expert, AWS Practitioner
And many more.