Training Course on Information Security and Data Management

Data is one of the most valuable assets any organization holds in today’s digital world —and one of the most vulnerable. With the rise in cyber threats, data breaches, and increasing regulatory scrutiny, organizations must adopt proactive strategies to secure sensitive information and manage data effectively.

The Training Course on Information Security and Data Management offered by Kincaid Development Center is designed to build the capacity of professionals to safeguard digital assets, ensure compliance, and establish secure data ecosystems. This comprehensive course combines key concepts in cybersecurity with practical data governance techniques, equipping participants with the skills and tools needed to protect information across its lifecycle—from collection and storage to sharing and disposal.

Whether you work in IT, monitoring and evaluation, program delivery, or leadership, this course will enable you to implement robust security frameworks, mitigate risk, and promote a culture of digital responsibility within your organization. Through real-world case studies, hands-on exercises, and expert facilitation, participants will gain a practical and strategic understanding of information security in the age of digital transformation.

Participants who successfully complete the course will receive Certificate of Participation

OBJECTIVES

By the end of this training, the participants will be able to;

• Determine cyber security risks in data management stages
• Understand the cyber security metrics
• Apply cyber security controls to help reduce risks
• Understand the benefits and threats of new technologies like cloud, artificial intelligence etc.
• Enterprise Security Governance & Planning
• Develop a Crisis Communications Strategy
• Build solutions that meet ISO requirements in information security
• Identify effective Incident Responses
• Manage an operational threat

DURATION

The course will take 5 days.

WHO SHOULD ATTEND?

This course targets IT Officers, Data Managers, M&E Specialists, System Administrators, Program Managers, Cybersecurity Officers, and any professional handling sensitive data. Also, the course is ideal for employees in the information technology department, managers, and all supervisors in all departments. The course also targets new start-ups that want to learn about information security to ensure their information is protected.

COURSE OUTLINE

Module 1: Introduction to Information Security and Data Management

• Overview of Information Security and Cybersecurity Concepts
• Principles of Confidentiality, Integrity, and Availability (CIA Triad)
• Understanding Data Management Lifecycles
• Types of Threats: Malware, Phishing, Insider Threats, Ransomware
• Case Study: Recent Global and Regional Data Breaches

Module 2: Organizational Security Policies and Risk Management

• Developing Information Security Policies
• Risk Identification and Assessment Techniques
• Security Controls and Frameworks (ISO 27001, NIST, GDPR, etc.)
• Incident Response Planning
• Role of Leadership and Staff in Cyber Hygiene

Module 3: Data Governance and Compliance

• Principles of Data Governance
• Data Classification and Access Control
• Legal and Regulatory Requirements (GDPR, Data Protection Act – Kenya, HIPAA, etc.)
• Data Protection by Design and by Default
• Working with Data Protection Officers (DPOs)

Module 4: Secure Data Handling, Storage and Sharing

• Best Practices for Data Collection and Storage
• Encryption Techniques and Tools
• Secure File Transfer Protocols and Cloud Security
• Backup, Recovery and Business Continuity Planning
• Managing Mobile and Remote Work Risks

Module 5: Tools, Technologies, and Practical Session

• Cybersecurity Tools: Firewalls, Antivirus, VPNs, IDS/IPS
• Data Management Platforms and Practices (SQL, Excel, Data Lakes, etc.)
• Hands-on Simulation: Setting up secure data workflows
• Developing Organizational Action Plans for Security and Data Management
• Training Evaluation and Certification

GENERAL NOTES

• The instructor led trainings are delivered using a blended learning approach and comprises of presentations, guided sessions of practical exercise, web-based tutorials and group work. Our facilitators are seasoned industry experts with years of experience, working as professional and trainers in these fields.
• The participants should be reasonably proficient in English as all facilitation and course materials will be offered in English.
• Upon successful completion of this training, participants will be issued with a certificate.
• The training will be held at Kincaid Training Centre. The course fee covers the course tuition, training materials, two break refreshments and lunch.
• All participants will additionally cater for their, travel expenses, visa application, insurance, and other personal expenses.
• Accommodation and airport pickup are arranged upon request. For reservations contact the Training coordinator at Email: training@kincaiddevelopmentcenter.org or Tel: +254 724592901
• This training can also be customized to suit the needs of your institution upon request. You can have it delivered in our Kincaid Training Centre or at a convenient location.

For further inquiries, please contact us on Tel: +254 724592901 or send mail to training@kincaiddevelopmentcenter.org

Payments are due upon registration. Payment should be sent to our Bank account before commencement of training and proof of payment sent to training@kincaiddevelopmentcenter.org