• Online, Self-Paced
Course Description

In this course, you will learn why Election Officials must view themselves as IT systems managers, and be introduced to the knowledge and skills necessary to effectively function as an IT manager. The course includes a review of Election Systems, Election Night Reporting, and Interconnected Election Systems vulnerabilities and liabilities. The course also covers Social Media and Website best practices, vulnerabilities, and liabilities, and will also address Procuring IT, Vendor Selection, Testing and Audits, Security Measures, and Risk Assessments. In addition, the course also includes a review of resources available to the election community from the Department of Homeland Security.

Learning Objectives

none defined

Framework Connections

The materials within this course focus on the NICE Framework Task, Knowledge, and Skill statements identified within the indicated NICE Framework component(s):

Specialty Areas

  • Cybersecurity Management
  • Incident Response
  • Risk Management

Specialty Areas have been removed from the NICE Framework. With the recent release of the new NICE Framework data, updates to courses are underway. Until this course can be updated, this historical information is provided to give better context as to how it can help you with your cybersecurity goals.