NIST Cybersecurity Framework (CSF) 2.0 Workshop  – October 28th and 30th – 6:00 pm to 9:30 pm ET

Course Level: Foundational

Duration: 2 evenings (7 Hours Total)

Delivery: Virtual – Live via Microsoft Teams

Dates: October 28 & 30, 2025 (6:00 PM – 9:30 PM ET each evening)

CPEs: 7

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Course Overview

Join ISSA-NOVA for an engaging, one-day workshop designed to empower cybersecurity professionals, IT managers, and federal IT security personnel with a practical understanding of the NIST Cybersecurity Framework (CSF) 2.0.

This foundational workshop explores the structure, functions, and real-world applications of the updated CSF 2.0. Participants will gain the knowledge and skills needed to strengthen organizational cybersecurity programs, align with NIST guidance, and support continuous improvement in cyber risk management.

Led by Jim Wiggins, ISSA-NOVA President and Founder of the Federal IT Security Institute (FITSI), this session blends expert-led instruction, hands-on exercises, and collaborative learning to help attendees confidently apply CSF 2.0 principles within their environments.

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Course Format

A blended learning experience combining:

• Insightful lectures and real-world demonstrations
• Interactive discussions and group activities
• Practical exercises and case studies

Course Materials Include:

• Comprehensive slide deck
• Case studies and exercises
• Additional readings and online resources

A detailed daily schedule will be provided prior to the workshop.

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Learning Objectives

By completing this course, participants will be able to:

• Understand the foundational principles and structure of the NIST Cybersecurity Framework 2.0
• Develop Current and Target Profiles and apply Implementation Tiers
• Use the CSF Core Functions (Identify, Protect, Detect, Respond, Recover) to guide cybersecurity strategy
• Integrate the CSF into organizational risk management and governance programs
• Identify challenges and success factors in framework implementation
• Build actionable improvement plans to enhance cybersecurity maturity
• Support continuous adaptation to evolving cybersecurity threats

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Table of Contents

Module	Title
Module 0	Introduction and Course Overview
Module 1	Introduction to the NIST Cybersecurity Framework 2.0
Module 2	Understanding the Core Functions
Module 3	Key Updates in Version 2.0
Module 4	Implementation Tiers
Module 5	Developing a Current Profile
Module 6	Creating a Target Profile
Module 7	Action Plan Development
Module 8	Integrating the Framework into Organizational Practices

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Who Should Attend

This course is ideal for:

• Cybersecurity professionals
• Federal and defense IT managers
• Security auditors and assessors
• Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) practitioners
• Anyone responsible for aligning cybersecurity programs with NIST standards

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Pricing

• ISSA-NOVA Members: Free
• Members of Other ISSA Chapters: $50
• Non-Members: $150

Each participant earns 7 CPEs and receives a certificate of completion based on attendance.

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Registration

REGISTER: ISSA-NOVA Members Link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScFNwdmvmi8hP4h-UJVEIxSqxIh11X16E5XBiGDzWCDDPJVjQ/viewform?usp=dialog

REGISTER: Members of Other ISSA Chapters Link: https://square.link/u/gyHZ45Kn

REGISTER: Non-Members Link: https://square.link/u/h2BrKmmg