What is the NCSP 800-100 Foundation Certificate?

The NCSP 800-100 Foundation Certificate is a 2-day instructor-led course introducing participants to information security governance concepts, program management practices, and organisational security responsibilities as defined in NIST SP 800-100. It is part of the governed NCSP credential ecosystem aligned to NIST CSF 2.0 and the NIST SP 800-series.

How does this course align with NIST SP 800-100?

The course focuses on the core principles of NIST SP 800-100, including security governance structures, risk management integration, security program development, metrics, reporting, and the relationship between SP 800-100, SP 800-39, and NIST CSF 2.0.

Who governs and maintains the NCSP 800-100 Foundation Certificate?

The NIST Cybersecurity Professional (NCSP) framework is a structured, NIST-aligned cybersecurity and digital trust workforce competency framework developed by CySec Professionals Ltd and governed by The Digital Trust Institute (DTI).

Is NCSP 800-100 Foundation considered official NIST training?

NCSP training is not generic NIST training. It is a governed credential ecosystem aligned to NIST CSF 2.0 and the NIST SP 800-series, with formal governance and stewardship by The Digital Trust Institute.

Who is authorised to deliver NCSP 800-100 Foundation training?

Only organisations formally authorised by The Digital Trust Institute may deliver NCSP training or assessments. Unauthorised use of NCSP identifiers is prohibited.

NIST Cybersecurity Professional®
(NCSP®) 800‑100 Foundation Certificate

Learn how to apply NIST SP 800‑100 governance principles to strengthen organisational cybersecurity programs.

NIST Cybersecurity Professional®

(NCSP®) 800‑100 Foundation Certificate

Course Description

Information security governance requires structured roles, responsibilities, and program management practices. NIST SP 800‑100 provides authoritative guidance for establishing and maintaining organisational security programs.

The NCSP® 800‑100 Foundation Certificate is a 2‑day, instructor‑led course introducing participants to security governance principles and practices as defined in NIST SP 800‑100. This course explains governance structures, risk integration, metrics, reporting, and alignment with NIST CSF 2.0.

Participants learn how to apply foundational governance concepts across organisational security programs, preparing them for more advanced NCSP® governance and risk training.

What You Will Learn

Participants gain knowledge of NIST SP 800-100 and how to build, maintain, and mature an information security program. You will learn:

How NIST SP 800‑100 aligns with NIST CSF 2.0 and supports governance programs.
The core concepts of security governance and program management.
How to define roles, responsibilities, and reporting structures.
How to integrate risk management into security programs.
How to develop and measure security metrics.
How to embed governance practices into organisational cybersecurity strategy.

Course Agenda

Day 1: Governance Foundations, Roles & Program Structure
Module 1: Introduction to NIST SP 800‑100
Module 2: Core Governance Concepts
Module 3: Roles, Responsibilities & Leadership
Module 4: Program Structure & Policy Requirements

Day 2: Risk, Metrics & Continuous Improvement
Module 5: Integrating NIST SP 800‑39 Risk Management
Module 6: Security Metrics & Measurement
Module 7: Reporting & Assurance
Module 8: Alignment with NIST CSF 2.0

Learning Outcomes

Participants will be able to:

Explain how NIST SP 800‑100 supports NIST CSF 2.0 governance programs.
Describe governance structures and responsibilities.
Apply foundational governance practices.
Validate program performance using metrics.
Understand risk integration requirements.
Translate NIST SP 800‑100 guidance into actionable governance practices.

Who Should Attend?

Ideal for individuals who need to understand security governance, risk management, and how to build a comprehensive security program, including:

Executives
IT & Security Administrators
Cybersecurity Beginners & Career‑Changers
Governance, Risk & Compliance Teams
Audit & Assurance Personnel
Technical Support Staff

Prerequisites

There are no formal prerequisites for this Foundation‑level course. It is designed as an accessible entry point into NIST‑aligned cybersecurity training.

Participants are provided with:

NIST Cybersecurity Professional® (NCSP®) 800‑100 Foundation Certificate courseware including links to further reading and resources.
NIST Cybersecurity Professional® (NCSP®) 800‑100 Foundation Certificate, Certificate of Completion.
NIST Cybersecurity Professional® (NCSP®) 800‑100 Foundation Certificate digital badge.

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Learn how to apply NIST SP 800‑100 governance principles to strengthen organisational cybersecurity programs.

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NIST Cybersecurity Professional® (NCSP®) 800‑100 Foundation Certificate Learn how to apply NIST SP 800‑100 governance principles to strengthen organisational cybersecurity programs.