• Online, Instructor-Led

In this course, students utilize PMI's Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK) as a framework, to apply project management concepts in the information security arena. Each student develops a project plan for a security assessment which incorporates the technical and behavioral characteristics of high-performance teams.

Learning Objectives

By the end of this course, the student will be able:

  1. To evaluate the role of project management in improving the success of information technology and information assurance projects.
  2. To demonstrate and apply knowledge of key project management terms and techniques.
  3. To gain experience in the use of project management methodologies and techniques.
  4. To develop skills in creating project management documentation.

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

  • Risk Management
  • Knowledge Management
  • Program/Project Management and Acquisition

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.

Feedback

If you would like to provide feedback for this course, please e-mail the NICCS SO at NICCS@hq.dhs.gov.