Introduction

In today's digital landscape, organizations increasingly rely on third-party vendors to process sensitive data. While outsourcing data processing can optimize operations, it also introduces significant data protection risks, compliance challenges, and cybersecurity threats. Managing third-party data processors is not only a legal requirement under frameworks like the GDPR, CCPA, and HIPAA, but also a strategic necessity for safeguarding consumer trust and business continuity.

Training Course on Managing Third-Party Data Processors equips professionals with the essential knowledge and tools needed to evaluate, monitor, and manage third-party data processors. Through interactive modules, real-world case studies, and hands-on practices, participants will gain actionable insights on vendor risk assessment, contractual safeguards, data breach response planning, and ongoing third-party governance.

Programme Curriculum

Training Course on Managing Third-Party Data Processors

Introduction

Course Objectives

Understand the legal and regulatory requirements for managing third-party data processors.
Conduct effective vendor risk assessments and due diligence processes.
Draft and review data processing agreements (DPAs) and service-level contracts.
Implement robust third-party data security controls.
Monitor third-party compliance with privacy laws and industry standards.
Develop a comprehensive third-party governance framework.
Understand implications of cross-border data transfers.
Prepare an incident response plan for third-party data breaches.
Leverage automation tools for vendor risk management.
Train internal teams on third-party data handling best practices.
Evaluate the performance of vendors through compliance audits.
Map out data flows and subprocessors in your supply chain.
Ensure regulatory reporting and documentation compliance.

Target Audience

Data Protection Officers (DPOs)
Compliance Officers
Information Security Managers
Privacy Consultants
IT Risk Managers
Legal and Contracts Managers
Vendor Management Specialists
Procurement and Sourcing Managers

Course Duration: 5 days

Course Modules

Module 1: Introduction to Third-Party Data Processing Risks

Definition and types of third-party processors
Common data risks associated with third-party access
Overview of global data protection laws (GDPR, CCPA, etc.)
Regulatory expectations for organizations using vendors
Best practices in identifying third-party data flows
Case Study: Facebook and Cambridge Analytica – A breach of third-party trust

Module 2: Vendor Risk Assessment & Due Diligence

Framework for conducting vendor risk assessments
Tools and checklists for evaluating third-party processors
How to perform due diligence before engagement
Documenting vendor security posture
Risk tiering and scoring models
Case Study: Target’s 2013 data breach caused by HVAC vendor

Module 3: Drafting and Managing Data Processing Agreements (DPAs)

Key contractual clauses in DPAs
Clauses for breach notification, audit rights, and subprocessing
Aligning contracts with internal policies and legal standards
Redlining and negotiating DPAs
DPA lifecycle management tools
Case Study: Dropbox’s DPA strategy with European clients

Module 4: Data Security Controls for Third Parties

Minimum cybersecurity requirements for processors
Encryption, access control, and incident detection standards
Security certifications and audit reports (SOC 2, ISO 27001)
Vendor compliance monitoring techniques
Security risk acceptance and residual risk documentation
Case Study: Equifax breach due to inadequate patching controls

Module 5: Monitoring & Auditing Vendor Compliance

Setting KPIs and SLAs for vendors
Conducting on-site and remote audits
Continuous compliance tracking tools
Vendor performance reporting dashboards
Third-party reassessments and offboarding plans
Case Study: Uber’s vendor audit to meet FTC compliance

Module 6: Data Breach Preparedness and Incident Response

Creating a third-party breach response plan
Coordination between internal teams and vendors
Notification timelines under GDPR and CCPA
Post-incident root cause analysis
Legal and reputational risk mitigation
Case Study: Marriott-Starwood data breach response analysis

Module 7: Cross-Border Data Transfers and Subprocessor Management

Understanding international data transfer mechanisms (SCCs, BCRs)
Legal implications of data transfers under Schrems II
Managing subprocessors in cloud ecosystems
Keeping up-to-date records of transfers
Performing Transfer Impact Assessments (TIAs)
Case Study: Google Analytics and EU data transfer controversy

Module 8: Building a Third-Party Data Governance Program

Creating governance policies and risk registers
Aligning third-party risk with enterprise risk management (ERM)
Stakeholder roles and responsibilities
Integration with procurement and IT workflows
Establishing a governance steering committee
Case Study: IBM’s third-party governance maturity model

Training Methodology

Interactive lectures with real-world industry insights
Group-based workshops for hands-on contract redlining
Role-play and scenario-based exercises
Vendor evaluation simulations and tools demonstration
Case study analysis and guided discussions
Access to templates, checklists, and toolkits

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

Vendor Management Data Privacy Compliance Risk Management

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