How does this course align with NIST SP 800-152?

The course focuses on the core principles of NIST SP 800-152, including CKMS profiles, cryptographic lifecycle requirements, trust anchors, and the relationship between SP 800-152, SP 800-130, SP 800-37, and NIST CSF 2.0.

Who governs and maintains the NCSP 800-152 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 800-152 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 800-152 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®) 800‑152 Awareness Certificate

Build Awareness of NIST SP 800‑152: A Profile for U.S. Federal Cryptographic Key Management Systems (CKMS)

NIST Cybersecurity Professional®

(NCSP®) 800‑152 Awareness Certificate

Course Description

NIST Special Publication (SP) 800-152, titled A Profile for U.S. Federal Cryptographic Key Management Systems, specifies mandatory requirements for the design, procurement, configuration, and operation of cryptographic systems used by federal agencies to protect sensitive unclassified information. It explains cryptographic requirements, configuration practices, and certificate management considerations.

The NIST Cybersecurity Professional® (NCSP®) 800‑152 Awareness Certificate introduces participants to cryptographic security fundamentals and governance practices.

Participants gain a high‑level understanding of how SP 800‑152 supports NIST CSF 2.0 Protect functions.

What You Will Learn

Participants gain essential awareness‑level knowledge of NIST SP 800‑152. You will learn:

The purpose and structure of NIST SP 800‑152
Cryptographic requirements
Secure configuration practices
Certificate management
How SP 800‑152 aligns with CSF 2.0 Protect

Course Agenda

Module 1: Introduction to NIST SP 800‑152

Module 2: TLS Cryptographic Requirements

Module 3: Secure Configuration

Module 4: Certificate Management & CSF 2.0 Alignment

Learning Outcomes

Participants will be able to:

Describe the purpose and structure of NIST SP 800‑152
Describe cryptographic key security principles
Recognise cryptographic requirements
Understand secure configuration practices
Communicate certificate management concepts

Who Should Attend?

This course is designed for professionals who need a foundational understanding of computer security log management, including:

Executives & Senior Leaders
IT Managers
Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC) Stakeholders
Cryptographic Custodians
System Owners
Programme & Project Managers
DevOps Teams
Non‑technical Managers supporting cybersecurity initiatives
Security Architects

Prerequisites

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

Participants Are Provided With:

NIST Cybersecurity Professional® (NCSP®) 800‑152 Awareness courseware, including links to further reading and resources.
NIST Cybersecurity Professional® (NCSP®) 800‑152 Awareness Certificate of Completion.
NIST Cybersecurity Professional® (NCSP®) 800‑152 Awareness digital badge.

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This NIST Cybersecurity Professional® (NCSP®) 800‑152 Awareness course provides students with a provides foundational knowledge of NIST SP 800‑152 and how SP 800‑152 supports the NIST CSF 2.0 core functions.