Introduction

National cyber security strategies have become essential in an era defined by escalating cyber threats, digital transformation, and increasing geopolitical tension across cyberspace. Governments, regulators, and critical national institutions must develop coordinated and robust cyber security strategies that integrate risk assessment, governance frameworks, threat intelligence, incident response, capacity building, and public-private collaboration. National Cyber Security Strategy Development Training Course equips participants with practical tools, methodologies, and strategic frameworks required to develop, implement, and maintain national cyber security strategies aligned with global best practices.

The course emphasizes real-world cyber risk analysis, digital resilience planning, regulatory harmonization, and strategic policy formulation. Participants will gain advanced skills in designing national cyber security architectures, coordinating national CERT functions, addressing emerging technologies, and fostering international cooperation. Through structured modules, simulations, and case studies, this course empowers leaders to build resilient and adaptive national cyber security ecosystems capable of safeguarding critical digital infrastructure and ensuring national cybersecurity readiness.

Programme Curriculum

National Cyber Security Strategy Development Training Course

Introduction

Course Objectives

Understand the core components of national cyber security strategy development.
Analyse global cyber security frameworks and apply them to national contexts.
Conduct comprehensive cyber risk assessments for national infrastructure.
Design governance structures and policy frameworks for national cyber security.
Strengthen national cyber resilience through threat intelligence integration.
Develop and coordinate national-level incident response capabilities.
Integrate cyber capacity-building programs into national planning.
Evaluate legal, regulatory, and compliance requirements for cyber readiness.
Address security risks related to emerging and disruptive technologies.
Foster multi-stakeholder collaboration among public, private, and civil sectors.
Develop national awareness, training, and cyber hygiene programs.
Formulate monitoring, review, and continuous improvement mechanisms.
Align national cyber strategy with regional and international security frameworks.

Organizational Benefits

Enhanced national cyber resilience and preparedness
Strengthened capacity to prevent and respond to cyber threats
Improved coordination between national cybersecurity stakeholders
Increased compliance with global and regional security frameworks
Better protection of critical national infrastructure
Reduced risks of cyber espionage, attacks, and data breaches
Improved public trust in digital government services
Strengthened interagency and cross-sector collaboration
Enhanced strategic decision-making at national leadership levels
Long-term development of national cybersecurity capabilities

Target Audiences

National security policymakers
Cybersecurity regulators and government ICT officials
National CERT and CSIRT leadership teams
Defence and intelligence agencies
Critical infrastructure security managers
Digital government transformation teams
Cybersecurity consultants and advisors
International security and development partners

Course Duration: 5 days

Course Modules

Module 1: Foundations of National Cyber Security Strategy

Understand the purpose, scope and structure of national cyber strategies
Review global cyber security trends and national threat landscapes
Define strategic objectives, vision and priority areas
Identify national cybersecurity stakeholders and governance structures
Analyse key challenges in developing coordinated national strategies
Case Study: National cyber strategy transformation in a developing nation

Module 2: Cyber Risk Assessment & National Threat Profiling

Conduct cyber risk assessments for critical sectors
Map threat actors, motivations and attack vectors
Evaluate national vulnerabilities and systemic risks
Use cyber risk scoring frameworks to inform strategy design
Integrate risk insights into national planning processes
Case Study: National cyber risk assessment for critical energy infrastructure

Module 3: National Cyber Governance & Policy Frameworks

Establish national governance mechanisms for cyber security
Define institutional roles, mandates and coordination pathways
Align cyber policies with legal and regulatory frameworks
Develop national security policies for data, networks and systems
Implement interagency mechanisms for strategic coordination
Case Study: Governance restructuring following a national cyber incident

Module 4: National Incident Response & Crisis Management

Build national-level incident response structures
Coordinate CERT/CSIRT functions and reporting frameworks
Create escalation pathways for cyber crisis management
Strengthen communication between government and private sector
Develop national cyber contingency and continuity plans
Case Study: National response to a coordinated cyber attack

Module 5: Cyber Capacity Building & Workforce Development

Assess national cyber skills gaps and workforce needs
Develop training, certification and talent development programs
Strengthen collaboration with universities and global partners
Promote cyber hygiene and national awareness campaigns
Build long-term national cybersecurity capacity plans
Case Study: National cybersecurity workforce development strategy

Module 6: Legal, Regulatory & Compliance Requirements

Analyse national cybersecurity legislation frameworks
Review data protection, digital identity, and ICT laws
Strengthen regulatory alignment across sectors
Develop compliance and enforcement mechanisms
Integrate regulatory requirements into national cybersecurity plans
Case Study: Regulatory overhaul after critical data breach

Module 7: Securing Emerging Technologies

Identify risks posed by AI, IoT, cloud, 5G and automation
Integrate emerging technology security into national planning
Build frameworks for innovation-friendly cybersecurity
Strengthen oversight and certification for emerging technologies
Monitor global emerging tech security standards
Case Study: Integrating 5G risk mitigation into national strategy

Module 8: International Cooperation & Cyber Diplomacy

Strengthen participation in regional and global cyber agreements
Coordinate with international partners on threat intelligence
Engage in cyber diplomacy and global policy dialogues
Enhance cross-border cybercrime collaboration
Align national strategy with global defence and security networks
Case Study: International cooperation during cross-border cyber investigation

Training Methodology

Interactive instructor-led presentations
Group activities and national-level scenario exercises
Case study analysis covering global cyber incidents
Practical tools and templates for strategy drafting
Peer learning discussions and collaborative workshops
Guided development of a draft national cyber security strategy

Register as a group from 3 participants for a Discount

Send us an email: info@fineskilltrainingcenter.org or call +254769199797

Certification

Upon successful completion of this training, participants will be issued with a globally- recognized certificate.

Tailor-Made Course

We also offer tailor-made courses based on your needs.

Key Notes

a. The participant must be conversant with English.

b. Upon completion of training the participant will be issued with an Authorized Training Certificate

c. Course duration is flexible and the contents can be modified to fit any number of days.

d. The course fee includes facilitation training materials, 2 coffee breaks, buffet lunch and A Certificate upon successful completion of Training.

e. One-year post-training support Consultation and Coaching provided after the course.

f. Payment should be done at least a week before commence of the training, to Fineskill Training Center account, as indicated in the invoice so as to enable us prepare better for you.

Skills & Software Covered

MS Word Cyberbit Range IBM QRadar and MITRE ATT&CK Navigator

Programme Fee

Duration: 5 Days

Method: Online or Physical

Online Price: $1,000

Physical Price: $1,500

Certification: Accredited Certificate

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Available Sessions

Location

Month

Year

Nov 02 2026

02 Nov — 06 Nov 2026

💻 Online / Virtual session

Online $1,000