Description
Overview
This training program is designed to help cybersecurity professionals, risk managers, and financial leaders understand and combat emerging cyber threats targeting banks, fintech firms, and other financial institutions. Participants will learn cutting-edge strategies to defend against ransomware, AI-driven attacks, supply chain risks, and regulatory challenges.
Duration:
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2-Day Intensive Workshop (Flexible: Can be adjusted to 1-5 days)
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Format: Virtual/In-Person (Instructor-Led + Threat Simulations + Case Studies)
Objectives
By the end of this program, participants will be able to:
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Identify the latest cyber threats targeting financial institutions (e.g., ransomware, AI fraud, API breaches).
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Assess vulnerabilities in digital banking, payment systems, and third-party integrations.
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Implement advanced security controls (zero trust, behavioral analytics, deception tech).
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Respond to cyber incidents with financial-sector-specific playbooks.
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Ensure compliance with evolving regulations (NYDFS, PSD2, GLBA, FFIEC guidelines).
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Develop a proactive cybersecurity strategy for resilience against future threats.
Program Content
Module 1: The Evolving Cyber Threat Landscape for Financial Services
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Top attack vectors (BEC, ransomware, cloud exploits, AI-driven fraud)
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Case studies: Recent breaches in banking & fintech
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Threat actors (cybercriminals, nation-states, insider threats)
Module 2: Securing Critical Financial Systems
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Protecting core banking, payment gateways, and SWIFT systems
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API security in open banking and fintech ecosystems
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Cloud security best practices for financial institutions
Module 3: Advanced Threat Detection & Prevention
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AI & machine learning for fraud detection
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Zero Trust Architecture (ZTA) for financial networks
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Deception technology and threat hunting
Module 4: Third-Party & Supply Chain Risks
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Vendor risk management for fintech partners
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Assessing cloud service providers (AWS, Azure, SaaS vendors)
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Mitigating risks in mergers & acquisitions
Module 5: Incident Response & Cyber Resilience
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Financial-sector-specific incident response plans
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Regulatory reporting (SEC, GDPR, NYDFS timelines)
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Business continuity & disaster recovery for banks
Module 6: Compliance & Regulatory Challenges
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Global regulations (FFIEC, PSD2, GLBA, DORA)
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Cybersecurity frameworks (NIST CSF, ISO 27001, PCI DSS)
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Navigating audits and regulatory examinations
Module 7: Future-Proofing Financial Cybersecurity
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Quantum computing risks & post-quantum cryptography
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Preparing for AI-enhanced cyberattacks
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Building a security-aware culture in financial institutions
Learning Outcomes
After completing this training, participants will:
✔ Recognize emerging cyber threats targeting financial services.
✔ Apply advanced security controls (zero trust, AI-driven fraud detection).
✔ Conduct risk assessments on critical financial infrastructure.
✔ Execute an incident response plan tailored to banking regulations.
✔ Align cybersecurity strategies with FFIEC, NIST, and global standards.
✔ Develop a long-term cyber resilience roadmap.
Key Takeaways
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Threat Intelligence Reports: Latest attack trends in finance.
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Security Playbooks: Incident response checklists, ransomware negotiation guides.
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Regulatory Compliance Templates: FFIEC, NYDFS, PSD2 compliance tools.
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Hands-On Exercises: Simulated phishing, ransomware, and SWIFT fraud scenarios.
Who Should Attend?
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CISOs, CIOs & Cybersecurity Leaders in banking/fintech
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Risk & Compliance Officers
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IT Security & Fraud Prevention Teams
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Incident Response & SOC Analysts
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Auditors & Regulatory Compliance Specialists
Delivery Options
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In-Person Workshop (Interactive cyber range simulations)
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Virtual Training (Live hacking demos + breakout sessions)
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Self-Paced eLearning (On-demand modules + quizzes)
Certification (Optional)
Participants can earn a “Financial Cybersecurity Threat Specialist” certification upon passing a final assessment.
Next Steps
Interested in this program? Contact us for:
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Customized in-house training for your team
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Upcoming public workshop dates
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Detailed agenda and pricing