Building a Resilient Cybersecurity Strategy

Building a Resilient Cybersecurity Strategy

Associated with the New York Metropolitan Chapter

Date: Thursday, July 23, 2026 (EST)

Time: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM (EST)

Location: Virtual (Zoom)

Registration Deadline: Monday, July 20, 2026, at 11:00 PM (EST)

Format & Delivery: 

This course will be delivered via live virtual broadcast on Zoom (not recorded).  

CPE: Earn up to 7 CPE credits in the area of Information Technology

Full credit requires full-time attendance and participation. Partial attendance will result in prorated CPE credit.

Course Overview 

The ISACA New York Metropolitan Chapter is sponsoring an intensive one-day virtual Building a Resilient Cybersecurity Strategy training course, where participants will be able to: 

1. Analyze the modern cyber threat landscape and understand how emerging attack patterns such as ransomware, identity compromise, and supply-chain attacks influence security strategy. 

2. Translate business risks into clear cybersecurity objectives that align with organizational goals and executive priorities. 

3. Apply strategic cybersecurity frameworks such as NIST Cybersecurity Framework (CSF), CIS Critical Security Controls, and Zero Trust to structure an effective security program. 

4. Design a cybersecurity program that integrates people, processes, and technology while supporting governance, accountability, and continuous improvement. 

5. Develop a practical cybersecurity roadmap that includes strategic priorities, milestones, and measurable metrics. 

6. Evaluate security incidents and organizational failures using threat informed approaches and map lessons learned back to security frameworks and governance practices. 

Target Audience 

This workshop is designed for professionals responsible for cybersecurity strategy, governance, assurance, and risk management, including: 

• IT Auditors and Internal Auditors

• Cybersecurity Professionals and Security Architects

• Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) professionals

• Risk Managers and Enterprise Risk professionals

• Security Program Managers and Security Leaders

• Technology Leaders responsible for security strategy

• Consultants advising organizations on cybersecurity governance and resilience 

The workshop is particularly valuable for professionals who need to bridge the gap between technical security operations and organizational risk management, including those working with frameworks such as NIST CSF, CIS Controls, ISO 27001, and Zero Trust architectures.

Instructor  

Sushila Nair is a cybersecurity executive, award-winning leader, and internationally recognized expert in cybersecurity, AI governance, and digital resilience. She serves as CEO and Principal Cybersecurity Advisor at Cybernetic LLC, where she advises organizations and boards on emerging technology risks and cybersecurity strategy. Please refer to the Speakers page for a detailed biography of the instructor.

Note

Please register for this class using a private email address (e.g., Gmail, Yahoo, AOL, Hotmail, etc.) rather than your organization's email address. Many organizations block emails with attachments or Zoom links. 

Event Pricing Information 

· ISACA New York Metropolitan Chapter Member: $300.00

· ISACA Members (globally): $300.00

· Non-Member: $350.00

Group discounts are available for organizations registering four or more attendees.

Refund Policy

Refund requests must be submitted in writing to traininganddevelopment@isacany.org before the stated deadline and must include your registration confirmation number. No refunds will be issued after course materials have been distributed. No exceptions.

Refund 100% - Deadline to Request (June 27, 2026)

Refund 80% - Deadline to Request (July 9, 2026)

No Refund - After July 10, 2026

Registration & Payment Policy

Online Payment Registration. All attendees must complete payment through the Cvent online registration system. Anyone who fails to make an online payment will not be considered a registered attendee. No exception.

Offline Payment & Group Registration Policy. Offline payment (e.g., by government agencies or group registrations) may be accepted only with prior approval from the Training & Development Committee Chairs, and must follow the policy, standards, guidelines, and procedures outlined below:

1. Advance Request - A formal request to register via offline payment must be submitted at least one month before the first day of the class.

2. Written Notification - Requests must be submitted in writing via email to the Training & Development Committee at traininganddevelopment@isacany.org

3. Proof of Payment - Payment or fund transfer must be verified by the Chapter’s Treasurer or Finance Committee. Proof of transaction (e.g., screenshots or photos) must be provided.

4. Event Registration - All registrants must also register through the Chapter’s official event platform (Cvent), even if they have already registered through their organization’s internal training system.

5. Registration Deadline - All offline payments and registrations must be completed before the final registration deadline.

Non-Refundable Policy -Offline payments are non-refundable once class materials or login links have been sent by either the Training & Development Committee or the instructor