Cybersecurity ISO/IEC 27032 Essentials Course introduces the fundamentals of cybersecurity according to ISO/IEC 27032, clarifying responsibilities, stakeholder coordination and essential protection practices. The training establishes an integrated view of cybersecurity in the digital ecosystem, aligned with governance and best practices.
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Language: available in Portuguese or English
Training: focused on understanding concepts and guidelines
Exam: 30 min
ESSENTIAL LEVEL — structured and solid knowledge that supports any career.
Why this course exists
To create a solid foundation and a common language in cybersecurity, ISO/IEC 27032 and collaboration between stakeholders.
Many organisations face growing threats in cyberspace, but begin cybersecurity initiatives without a consistent basis of concepts, terminology and understanding of the guidelines and framework of ISO/IEC 27032.
This course establishes the foundations required for professionals from any area to understand and begin applying cybersecurity best practices, framing the relationship with information security, network security and Internet security, and promoting a coordinated approach.
What this course enables you to do
Understand
Master cybersecurity concepts, terms and definitions, and frame ISO/IEC 27032 within the context of cyberspace and its stakeholders.
Interpret
Read ISO/IEC 27032 with method: recognise its purpose, scope, collaboration model and applicable guidelines in a real context.
Relate
Relate ISO/IEC 27032 to correlated standards and practices, such as ISO/IEC 27001, ISO/IEC 27002, ISO/IEC 27005, ISO/IEC 27035, ISO/IEC 27033 and NIST CSF 2.0, to build operational coherence.
Frame
Contextualise cybersecurity guidelines in the organisational reality, supporting governance, priorities, communication and integration with existing processes.
Frameworks, standards and best practices addressed throughout the course
Cybersecurity concepts
Cyberspace & stakeholders
Collaboration & information sharing
Cybersecurity governance — overview
Risk & prioritisation — overview
Incidents & response — overview
Awareness & culture — overview
Relationship with ISO/IEC 27001 & 27002
Relationship with ISO/IEC 27005 & 27035
Relationship with ISO/IEC 27033 / 27034 — overview
NIST Cybersecurity Framework 2.0 — overview
Correlated international practices
Value for the organisation
- Common knowledge base for teams involved in cybersecurity, IT, risk, continuity and compliance.
- Better understanding of ISO/IEC 27032 guidelines and their practical applicability in cyberspace and in ecosystems involving third parties.
- Ability to align language and responsibilities between internal and external stakeholders, strengthening coordination and response.
- Solid preparation to support the definition and evolution of a cybersecurity programme integrated with an ISMS and existing frameworks.
Introduction
The Cybersecurity ISO/IEC 27032 Essentials course is based on the international standard ISO/IEC 27032 and presents the knowledge required for professionals from any area to know and understand the concepts, terms and definitions related to cybersecurity.
The course addresses the vision and framework of ISO/IEC 27032, focusing on the protection of cyberspace, the relationship between information security, network security and Internet security, and the principle of collaboration between stakeholders as a critical success factor.
During the Cybersecurity ISO/IEC 27032 Essentials course, participants are introduced to a structured view of how ISO/IEC 27032 guidelines relate to relevant standards and frameworks, such as ISO/IEC 27001, ISO/IEC 27002, ISO/IEC 27005, ISO/IEC 27035 and NIST CSF 2.0, enabling participants to begin applying the practices in their organisational context or in support of third-party organisations.
This course prepares participants for the Cybersecurity 27032 Essentials personal certification.
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General Objectives
At the end of this course, participants will be able to:
- Understand and use essential cybersecurity and ISO/IEC 27032 knowledge, including concepts, terms and definitions.
- Understand and apply essential concepts related to governance, collaboration and management in the context of cyberspace.
- Understand the vision and framework of ISO/IEC 27032, including the relationship between information security, networks and the Internet.
- Identify stakeholders and typical responsibilities, and understand coordination and information-sharing mechanisms relevant to cybersecurity.
- Know and relate correlated standards and best practices, such as ISO/IEC 27001, ISO/IEC 27002, ISO/IEC 27005, ISO/IEC 27035 and ISO/IEC 27033, and frameworks such as NIST CSF 2.0.
- Frame cybersecurity guidelines and practices in the organisation’s context, supporting priorities, communication, awareness and incident response at overview level.
- Possess the knowledge required to successfully take the Cybersecurity 27032 Essentials certification exam.
Target Audience
- Professionals involved in the operation of processes related to cybersecurity, information security, IT, risk and continuity.
- Professionals who interact with third parties, including suppliers, MSSPs, integrators, cloud providers and supply chain actors, and who need cybersecurity language and coordination.
- Anyone wishing to acquire the essential knowledge required to work with ISO/IEC 27032.
Prerequisites
There are no mandatory formal prerequisites. However, other specific requirements may apply, where relevant, depending on the quotation or proposal presented.
Note: It is recommended that participants have a licensed copy of the ISO/IEC 27032 standard, in English or Portuguese, where applicable to their context.
Programme
Introduction to the course
Introduction to cybersecurity and cyberspace framework
- Essential cybersecurity concepts, terms and definitions
- Relationship between information security, network security and Internet security
- Threat landscape and impact — overview
ISO/IEC 27032: vision, objectives and collaboration model
- Purpose, scope and applicability of ISO/IEC 27032
- Stakeholders in cyberspace and collaboration
- Coordination, communication and information sharing — principles
Cybersecurity guidelines and relationship with standards and frameworks
- Cybersecurity governance and management — overview
- Risk management and prioritisation — link to ISO/IEC 27005
- Incidents and response — link to ISO/IEC 27035
- Network and Internet security best practices — link to ISO/IEC 27033
- Integration and complementarity with ISMS — ISO/IEC 27001 & 27002
- High-level alignment with NIST CSF 2.0 — overview
Exam(s) and Certification
Exam “Certified Cybersecurity 27032 Essentials”
The exam covers the following competence domains:
- Domain 1: Cybersecurity concepts, cyberspace, stakeholders and collaboration
- Domain 2: ISO/IEC 27032 — guidelines, applicability and relationship with correlated standards and frameworks
Language(s): Portuguese and English.
Duration: 30 minutes.
Format: Multiple choice.
Pass mark: 120/200 points.
Results: Pass or Fail.
Issuing entity: Behaviour (legal entity), through its certification service Behaviour Certification Services.
Retake: 1 free retake within a maximum period of 2 months after the result of the initial exam.
Certification
After successfully completing the exam and accepting or signing the applicable agreement and Code of Ethics, the candidate achieves the credential Certified Cybersecurity 27032 Essentials.
A Certificate and a Digital Certification Badge will be issued to participants who successfully complete the certification exam and satisfy all requirements of the certification for which they are applying.
The personal certification programme Certified Cybersecurity 27032 Essentials is developed and maintained in accordance with the international standard ISO/IEC 17024.
Certification programmes are valid only for individuals, and the award and maintenance of certification depend on the exam result, professional experience and compliance with the applicable agreement and Code of Ethics.
If the professional does not comply with the agreement or the Code of Ethics, the certification is not granted or is revoked.
Other Information
General Information
- Training available in Portuguese or English.
- Training materials available in Portuguese or English, with online access, in accordance with the awarded conditions.
- Behaviour digital Training Attendance Certificate with 7 CPD/CPE credits.
- Online Certification Exam, in Portuguese or English. The exam may be taken up to 2 months from the course start date.
- If the candidate does not pass the exam, they are entitled to one free retake within a maximum period of 2 months from the release date of the initial exam result.
- Digital Certification Diploma and Digital Certification Badge after passing the exam and completing the application process. This process has no associated cost.
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Benefits
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- ISO/IEC 27032 provides cybersecurity guidelines, strengthening coordination between stakeholders and coherence between security domains.
- Improves organisational understanding and alignment for cybersecurity initiatives, including ecosystems involving third parties.
- The course is based on the BEHAVIOUR pedagogical model, with a personal certification programme in accordance with ISO/IEC 17024, which defines requirements for the certification of persons.
- Objective preparation for the Certified Cybersecurity 27032 Essentials exam — multiple choice.
- The exam is supervised by an official BEHAVIOUR administrator.
- In case of failure, there is 1 free retake within a maximum period of 2 months after the initial exam result.
Logistics
Useful information
- Live Online (synchronous time): 09h30–13h00 and 14h00–17h30 (Lisbon time), with short breaks
- Classroom (synchronous time): 09h30–13h00 and 14h00–17h30 (Lisbon time), with short breaks
- 7 hours of synchronous training, 1 training day
- Requirements: computer with stable internet, browser, PDF reader and audio/video
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Frequently Asked Questions
Objective answers to the most common questions about the Cybersecurity ISO/IEC 27032 Essentials course.
Do I need previous experience or prior certifications to participate?
What is the difference between the Essentials and Foundation levels?
The Foundation level goes deeper into requirements and normative structure, preparing participants to integrate and support implementation initiatives based on a more detailed understanding.
Is Cybersecurity ISO/IEC 27032 Essentials course suitable for management or executive roles?
What will I be able to do in practice after this course?
What does this course not cover, and when should I move to another level?
Whenever the need is to implement a management system, lead organisational initiatives or conduct audits, the recommended path is to progress to Lead Implementer or Lead Auditor, depending on the intended role.
The Foundation level provides the preparatory basis for that progression, already enabling participants to integrate and support projects under guidance, with structured understanding of the requirements and logic of the system.
What does this course add for someone who already knows ISO/IEC 27001?
For general questions about registration, delivery modes, exams, certification and recertification, please consult the BEHAVIOUR® FAQs.
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