This course provides an insider's perspective into how cybersecurity and information technology (IT) managers evaluate and decide which projects warrant funding based on preliminary risk analysis. Drawing from over two decades of experience in the cybersecurity and IT domain, the instructor sheds light on the intricacies of project funding decisions. Early in their career, the instructor grappled with understanding why specific projects received funding while others did not.

It became evident that it all boiled down to Risk Management by executives and managers.Participants will grasp the terminology used by executives and managers in Risk Management discussions and learn to apply Risk Management concepts to their networks, systems, and projects. Unlike operational or tactical courses focusing on network security, this course delves into the managerial mindset, empowering students to think like managers.