How does this course align with NIST SP 800-204?

The course focuses on the core principles of NIST SP 800-204, including microservices security architectures, service isolation, API security, service mesh considerations, and the relationship between SP 800-204, SP 800-204A, SP 800-30, SP 800-37, and NIST CSF 2.0.

Who governs and maintains the NCSP 800-204 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 800-204 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 800-204 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®) 800‑204 Awareness Certificate

Build Awareness of NIST SP 800‑204: Security Strategies for Microservices-based Application Systems

NIST Cybersecurity Professional®

(NCSP®) 800‑204 Awareness Certificate

Course Description

NIST Special Publication 800‑204 (SP 800‑204) provides federal guidance for securing microservices‑based applications. It explains microservices architectures, threat considerations, and security controls.

The NIST Cybersecurity Professional® (NCSP®) 800‑204 Awareness Certificate introduces participants to microservices security fundamentals and governance practices.

Participants gain a high‑level understanding of how SP 800‑204 supports NIST CSF 2.0 Protect and Detect functions.

What You Will Learn

Participants gain essential awareness‑level knowledge of NIST SP 800‑204. You will learn:

The purpose and structure of NIST SP 800‑204
Microservices architectures
Threats and vulnerabilities
Security controls and governance
How SP 800‑204 aligns with CSF 2.0 functions

Course Agenda

Module 1: Introduction to NIST SP 800‑204

Module 2: Microservices Architecture

Module 3: Threats & Vulnerabilities

Module 4: Security Controls & CSF 2.0 Alignment

Learning Outcomes

Participants will be able to:

Describe the purpose and structure of NIST SP 800‑204
Describe microservices security principles
Recognise architectural threats
Understand security controls
Communicate governance requirements

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
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®) 800‑204 Awareness courseware, including links to further reading and resources.
NIST Cybersecurity Professional® (NCSP®) 800‑204 Awareness Certificate of Completion.
NIST Cybersecurity Professional® (NCSP®) 800‑204 Awareness digital badge.

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This NIST Cybersecurity Professional® (NCSP®) 800‑204 Awareness course provides students with a provides foundational knowledge of NIST SP 800‑204 Security Strategies for Microservices-based Application Systems, and how SP 800‑204 supports the NIST CSF 2.0 core functions.