Harvard Cybersecurity

News of large-scale cybersecurity threats and cyberattacks frequently dominate the headlines: hackers exploiting vulnerabilities of retail giants, foreign influence in elections, and new forms of ransomware underscore the importance of preparing for these threats. Cyber risk management has become a fundamental component of business operations, making it essential for business leaders, analysts, and security and technology specialists to understand and mitigate these risks effectively. The Cybersecurity: Managing Risk in the Information Age online short course from Harvard’s Office of the Vice Provost for Advances in Learning (VPAL), in association with HarvardX, equips teams with a comprehensive understanding of how to identify and manage operational, litigation, and reputational risk. Over eight weeks, participants will learn how to conduct a vulnerability assessment and mitigate web and network security vulnerabilities within an organization’s networks, systems, and data, while exploring strategies for responding to a cyberattack. This cybersecurity course will develop the knowledge and skills needed to protect the integrity and confidentiality of your organisation's digital assets.