Banking Institute

Training Course on Cybersecurity for Central Banks and Financial Infrastructure

Introduction

In an era dominated by digitization and complex financial ecosystems, cybersecurity for central banks and financial infrastructure has become a global imperative. The ever-increasing cyber threats, such as ransomware, phishing attacks, and supply chain vulnerabilities, target critical financial institutions, posing significant risks to national and international economies. Training Course on Cybersecurity for Central Banks and Financial Infrastructure is designed to empower financial professionals, IT security teams, and policy architects with actionable insights and resilient frameworks to safeguard critical financial systems.

This course is structured to provide hands-on and strategic cybersecurity education tailored to the unique needs of central banking authorities, financial regulators, and key fintech stakeholders. Through a blend of interactive modules, real-life case studies, and cutting-edge tools, participants will gain an in-depth understanding of threat intelligence, incident response planning, regulatory compliance, digital forensics, and proactive security governance.

Programme Curriculum

Training Course on Cybersecurity for Central Banks and Financial Infrastructure

Introduction

Course Objectives

Understand core cybersecurity principles relevant to financial institutions.
Identify and assess cyber risk management frameworks.
Explore threat intelligence sharing and collaborative defense models.
Strengthen knowledge on regulatory compliance and data protection laws.
Learn advanced incident detection and response techniques.
Analyze real-world cyberattacks on financial systems.
Develop disaster recovery and business continuity plans.
Apply penetration testing and vulnerability assessment strategies.
Implement Zero Trust Architecture (ZTA) in banking systems.
Leverage AI and machine learning for predictive threat analysis.
Build a cybersecurity governance framework for central banks.
Understand cloud security and digital transformation risks.
Examine cross-border cybercrime trends and mitigation tactics.

Target Audience

Central Bank IT Officers
Financial Infrastructure Security Professionals
Cybersecurity Auditors
Policy Makers in Financial Regulation
Risk Management Consultants
Data Protection Officers
Fintech Executives
Law Enforcement & Cybercrime Units

Course Duration: 5 days

Course Modules

Module 1: Introduction to Cybersecurity in Financial Systems

Overview of the cyber threat landscape in finance
Key terminologies and principles
Role of cybersecurity in economic stability
Overview of regulatory standards (e.g., SWIFT CSP, ISO 27001)
Key components of cyber risk in central banking
Case Study: 2016 Bangladesh Bank Heist

Module 2: Threat Intelligence & Cyber Risk Management

Threat intelligence lifecycle and sharing
Types of cyber threats in financial systems
Cyber risk identification and quantification
Risk mitigation strategies
Integration of AI-driven threat detection
Case Study: European Central Bank Cyber Threat Assessment

Module 3: Regulatory Compliance & Legal Frameworks

Overview of GDPR, PSD2, and local compliance laws
Cybersecurity and financial regulation
Data privacy and cross-border regulations
Compliance audit checklist for central banks
Enforcement and penalties for non-compliance
Case Study: Data Breach at Capital One and Legal Ramifications

Module 4: Incident Response and Crisis Management

Incident response lifecycle
Establishing a CERT team
Crisis communication plans
Real-time response and forensic collection
Post-incident reporting and root cause analysis
Case Study: Federal Reserve's Handling of Simulated Cyber Attack

Module 5: Cybersecurity Architecture and Infrastructure Security

Zero Trust Model in banking systems
Endpoint security and encryption techniques
Secure network design principles
Cloud security best practices
Access control and identity management
Case Study: JPMorgan Chase Infrastructure Upgrade Post-Breach

Module 6: Cybersecurity Governance and Strategy

Policy frameworks for central banks
Roles and responsibilities of CISOs and Boards
Strategic planning and budgeting for cybersecurity
Creating a culture of cybersecurity awareness
KPIs for governance effectiveness
Case Study: Bank of England’s Cyber Governance Framework

Module 7: Emerging Technologies and Cyber Threats

Role of AI, ML, and blockchain in cybersecurity
Deepfakes and misinformation in financial attacks
IoT vulnerabilities in fintech systems
Quantum computing implications
Advanced persistent threats (APT) and nation-state actors
Case Study: Fintech App Exploitation Using AI-generated Code

Module 8: Business Continuity and Recovery Planning

Business impact analysis (BIA)
Developing a disaster recovery plan
Cyber insurance in financial sectors
Redundant systems and backups
Testing and simulation drills
Case Study: Recovery Strategy After Ransomware Attack on Financial Clearinghouse

Training Methodology

Interactive expert-led presentations
Case-based scenario analysis
Hands-on technical labs and workshops
Group exercises and simulations
Access to tools, templates, and post-training resources

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

Cybersecurity Central Banking Risk Management Technology

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

Oct 19 2026

19 Oct — 23 Oct 2026

💻 Online / Virtual session

Online $1,000