WES Trainings

Security Planning & Operations

Course Outline

Day - 1

Introduction to Security Planning and Operations

  • Role of Security in Organizational Operations
    • Overview of the key aspects of security: physical, operational, cybersecurity, and personnel security
    • Understanding the importance of security in protecting assets, information, and people
  • Security Risk Assessment and Identification
    • Identifying potential security risks and vulnerabilities in an organization
    • Risk assessment methodologies and prioritization of threats
    • Developing a risk management strategy
  • Components of a Security Plan
    • Key components: objectives, policies, resources, and procedures
    • Integrating security planning with organizational goals and objectives
    • Understanding and addressing internal and external security threats
Day - 2

Security Operations and Implementation

  • Implementing Security Procedures
    • Establishing protocols for physical security (e.g., access control, surveillance, perimeter security)
    • Cybersecurity measures: firewalls, encryption, and data protection
    • Personnel security: screening, training, and awareness
  • Security Technology and Tools
    • Overview of modern security systems: CCTV, alarms, access control systems
    • Implementing integrated security solutions
    • Hands-on demonstrations of security technology (e.g., setting up access control, configuring alarm systems)
  • Security Staffing and Management
    • Understanding roles and responsibilities in a security team
    • Managing security personnel: recruitment, training, and performance management
    • Coordinating between security teams and other departments within the organization
Day - 3

Crisis Management, Emergency Response, and Incident Management

  • Crisis Management Framework
    • Understanding the life cycle of a security crisis: detection, response, recovery, and communication
    • Developing a crisis management plan and integrating it with business continuity
    • Key elements of effective crisis communication
  • Incident Response Procedures
    • Establishing incident response protocols for various types of security breaches (e.g., theft, cyberattacks, terrorism)
    • Incident reporting, escalation, and documentation
    • Post-incident analysis and corrective actions
  • Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery
    • How security plans integrate with business continuity and disaster recovery plans
    • Steps for minimizing downtime during a security breach or disaster
    • Continuously improving business resilience
Day - 4

Security Audits, Compliance, and Evaluation

  • Conducting Security Audits and Assessments
    • Importance of regular security audits and how to conduct them
    • Identifying areas for improvement based on audit findings
    • Internal vs. external audits and evaluation processes
  • Regulatory Compliance and Legal Considerations
    • Overview of key security-related regulations and industry standards (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA, ISO 27001)
    • Ensuring compliance with local, national, and international security laws
    • Addressing legal implications of security breaches
  • Continuous Improvement and Adaptation
    • How to update and refine security plans in response to emerging threats and new technology
    • Creating a culture of continuous security improvement within the organization
Day - 5

Final Project, Review, and Best Practices

  • Hands-on Security Planning Project
    • Participants will work in groups to create a comprehensive security plan for a hypothetical organization, integrating lessons learned throughout the course.
  • Best Practices in Security Management and Operations
    • Case studies of successful security operations in various industries
    • Key takeaways and best practices for ongoing success
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