How does this course align with NIST SP 800-128?

The course focuses on the core principles of NIST SP 800-128, including configuration management policies, baseline establishment, change control, continuous monitoring, and the relationship between SP 800-128, SP 800-30, SP 800-37, and NIST CSF 2.0.

Who governs and maintains the NCSP 800-128 Awareness 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 800-128 Awareness 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 800-128 Awareness 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®) 800‑128 Awareness Certificate

Build Awareness of NIST SP 800‑128: Security‑Focused Configuration Management

NIST Cybersecurity Professional®

(NCSP®) 800‑128 Awareness Certificate

Course Description

NIST Special Publication 800‑128 (SP 800‑128) provides federal guidance for security‑focused configuration management. It explains configuration control, change management, and monitoring processes.

The NIST Cybersecurity Professional® (NCSP®) 800‑128 Awareness Certificate introduces participants to configuration management fundamentals and governance practices.

Participants gain a high‑level understanding of how NIST SP 800‑128 supports NIST CSF 2.0 Core Functions.

What You Will Learn

Participants gain essential awareness‑level knowledge of NIST SP 800‑128. You will learn:

The purpose and structure of NIST SP 800‑128
Configuration control processes
Change management principles
Monitoring requirements
How NIST SP 800‑128 aligns with CSF 2.0 Core Functions

Course Agenda

Module 1: Introduction to NIST SP 800‑128

Module 2: Configuration Control

Module 3: Change Management

Module 4: Monitoring & CSF 2.0 Alignment

Learning Outcomes

Participants will be able to:

Describe the purpose and structure of NIST SP 800‑128
Describe configuration management principles
Recognise change management processes
Understand monitoring requirements
Communicate governance concepts

Who Should Attend?

This course is designed for professionals who need a foundational understanding of security-focused configuration management, including:

Executives & Senior Leaders
IT Managers
Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC) Stakeholders
System Owners
Programme & Project Managers
Non‑technical Managers supporting cybersecurity initiatives
Configuration Managers

Prerequisites

There are no prerequisites for this Awareness‑level course. No technical background is required.

Participants Are Provided With:

NIST Cybersecurity Professional® (NCSP®) 800‑128 Awareness courseware, including links to further reading and resources.
NIST Cybersecurity Professional® (NCSP®) 800‑128 Awareness Certificate of Completion.
NIST Cybersecurity Professional® (NCSP®) 800‑128 Awareness digital badge.