What is the NCSP CSF 2.0 Foundation Certificate?

The NCSP CSF 2.0 Foundation Certificate provides structured, competency-based training on the NIST Cybersecurity Framework 2.0. It is part of the governed NCSP workforce competency framework developed by CySec Professionals Ltd and governed by The Digital Trust Institute (DTI).

How does this course align with NIST CSF 2.0?

The course covers the structure, functions, categories, and implementation guidance of NIST CSF 2.0, including governance, risk management, control integration, and measurement practices aligned to NIST SP 800-37, SP 800-30, and SP 800-53.

Who governs and maintains the NCSP CSF 2.0 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 CSF 2.0 Foundation considered official NIST training?

NCSP training is not generic NIST training. It is a governed workforce competency framework aligned to NIST CSF 2.0 and the NIST SP 800-series. 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).

Who is authorised to deliver NCSP CSF 2.0 Foundation training?

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

NIST Cybersecurity Professional®
(NCSP®) CSF 2.0 Foundation Certificate

Gain the practical knowledge and skills needed to apply the NIST Cybersecurity Framework (CSF 2.0).

NIST Cybersecurity Professional®

(NCSP®) CSF 2.0 Foundation Certificate

Course Description

The NIST Cybersecurity Framework (CSF) 2.0 is the world’s most widely adopted cybersecurity and digital trust framework, used by organisations across all sectors to strengthen resilience, reduce risk, and align cybersecurity activities with business and mission objectives.

The NCSP® CSF 2.0 Foundation Certificate is a 2‑day, instructor‑led course introducing participants to the structure, concepts, and practical application of the NIST CSF 2.0. This course explains how CSF 2.0 supports enterprise risk management, how it integrates with other NIST publications, and how organisations can use the Framework to build measurable, repeatable cybersecurity capability.

Participants learn how to interpret the CSF 2.0 Core, apply the Governance and Cybersecurity Functions, understand Profiles and Tiers, and use the Framework to support continuous improvement and organisational resilience.

What You Will Learn

Participants gain foundational knowledge required to understand and apply the NIST CSF 2.0. You will learn:

The structure, purpose, and evolution of the NIST Cybersecurity Framework.
How CSF 2.0 aligns with NIST SP 800‑30, 800‑37, 800‑53, and other NIST guidance.
How to interpret the CSF 2.0 Core, including Functions, Categories, and Outcomes.
How Governance integrates cybersecurity, enterprise risk, and organisational objectives.
How to develop and use CSF Profiles for current‑state and target‑state planning.
How to apply Implementation Tiers to assess and improve organisational maturity.
How CSF 2.0 supports continuous improvement, resilience, and digital trust.

Course Agenda

Day 1: CSF 2.0 Foundations, Structure & Governance
Module 1: Introduction to the NIST Cybersecurity Framework 2.0

Module 2: CSF 2.0 Structure & Core Components

Module 3: The Governance Function

Module 4: The Cybersecurity Functions

Module 5: Relationship to Other NIST Publications

Day 2: Profiles, Tiers, Implementation & Continuous Improvement
Module 6: CSF Profiles - Current‑State & Target‑State

Module 7: Implementation Tiers

Module 8: Applying CSF 2.0 in Practice

Module 9: Measurement, Metrics & Continuous Improvement

Module 10: CSF 2.0 Use Cases Across Sectors

Learning Outcomes

Participants will be able to:

Explain the purpose, structure, and components of the NIST Cybersecurity Framework 2.0.
Interpret the CSF Core, including Governance and Cybersecurity Functions.
Develop and use CSF Profiles to assess and improve cybersecurity posture.
Apply Implementation Tiers to evaluate organisational maturity.
Align CSF 2.0 with enterprise risk management and other NIST guidance.
Support continuous improvement and resilience using CSF 2.0 principles.

Who Should Attend?

This course is designed for professionals involved in cybersecurity, risk, governance, and digital trust, including:

Cybersecurity & IT Professionals
Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC) Teams
CISOs, Security Managers & Architects
System Owners & Business Leaders
Audit, Assurance & Compliance Professionals
Programme & Project Managers supporting cybersecurity initiatives

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®) CSF 2.0 Foundation Certificate courseware including links to further reading and resources.
NIST Cybersecurity Professional® (NCSP®) CSF 2.0 Foundation Certificate, Certificate of Completion.
NIST Cybersecurity Professional® (NCSP®) CSF 2.0 Foundation Certificate digital badge.

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Gain the practical knowledge and skills needed to apply the NIST Cybersecurity Framework (CSF 2.0) to build, operate, and improve a risk‑based cybersecurity programme.