Assignment 4 Cybersecurity Governance for a Higher Education Institution | CSIS 343 - Cybersecurity

2. Components of the Framework

a. Governance and Leadership:

Establish a cybersecurity governance committee comprising representatives from IT, administration, faculty, and students. Ensure senior leadership's commitment to cybersecurity by integrating it into institutional strategic goals.

b. Risk Identification:

Conduct regular cybersecurity assessments and audits. Engage with third-party experts to identify potential vulnerabilities. Monitor emerging threats and trends in the higher education sector.

c. Risk Assessment:

Categorize identified risks based on impact and likelihood. Prioritize risks that could disrupt critical functions or compromise sensitive data. Assess the institution's current cybersecurity posture against established benchmarks or standards.

d. Risk Mitigation:

Develop and implement policies and procedures tailored to the institution's unique needs. Provide regular cybersecurity training and awareness programs for faculty, staff, and students. Implement technical controls such as firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and endpoint protection. Establish incident response and business continuity plans. Regularly update and patch software and systems. Monitor and log network activities to detect and respond to anomalies.