LabsPathsConsultant Track
IT Security Advisory

Consultant Track

Become a trusted IT security advisor. Master risk assessments, compliance frameworks, client communication, and strategic consulting. This path prepares you for roles in security consulting, GRC, and advisory services.

Courses
26
Lessons
337
Total XP
19,635
Est. Duration
62+ hours

Career Outcomes

Security Consultant
Big 4 & boutique firms
GRC Analyst
Risk & compliance roles
vCISO
Virtual security leadership

Courses

1

Security Risk Assessment

Intermediate

Learn to identify, analyze, and prioritize security risks using industry-standard frameworks and methodologies.

4 modules 14 lessons 8 hours 785 XP
2

Compliance Frameworks

Intermediate

Master major compliance frameworks including SOC 2, ISO 27001, GDPR, HIPAA, and PCI-DSS.

5 modules 17 lessons 10 hours 910 XP
3

Security Program Development

Advanced

Build and mature security programs from the ground up. Develop policies, procedures, and governance structures.

3 modules 10 lessons 6 hours 540 XP
4

Third-Party Risk Management

Intermediate

Assess and manage vendor security risks. Learn to evaluate third-party security posture and manage supply chain risks.

3 modules 11 lessons 6 hours 550 XP
5

Security Auditing

Advanced

Conduct comprehensive security audits. Learn audit planning, execution, and reporting for various frameworks.

3 modules 12 lessons 8 hours 720 XP
6

Client Communication

Beginner

Master the art of security consulting communication. Learn to present findings, manage stakeholders, and build trust.

3 modules 9 lessons 4 hours 400 XP
7

Executive Reporting

Intermediate

Create compelling security reports for executives and board members. Turn technical findings into business insights.

2 modules 7 lessons 4 hours 390 XP
8

Security Strategy & Roadmaps

Advanced

Develop multi-year security strategies and transformation roadmaps. Align security with business objectives.

3 modules 10 lessons 6 hours 560 XP
9

Vendor Assessment

Intermediate

Evaluate security tools and solutions. Help clients select the right security technologies for their needs.

2 modules 7 lessons 4 hours 380 XP
10

ISO 27001 Implementation

Advanced

Complete ISO 27001 ISMS implementation methodology. All Durchführung steps from project initiation to certification audit.

7 modules 32 lessons 14 hours 2020 XP
11

COBIT Framework

Advanced

Master COBIT 2019 for IT governance and management. Understand all domains and implement effective IT governance.

5 modules 22 lessons 10 hours 1210 XP
12

IT Governance Frameworks

Expert

Integrate multiple governance frameworks. Map controls across ISO 27001, COBIT, NIST, and ITIL for comprehensive governance.

3 modules 10 lessons 8 hours 700 XP
13

German Compliance

Advanced

Master German-specific security requirements: BSI Grundschutz, TISAX for automotive, BDSG, and KRITIS regulations.

4 modules 18 lessons 12 hours 1090 XP
14

US Compliance

Advanced

Navigate US federal and state regulations: CCPA/CPRA, HIPAA, SOX, GLBA, FedRAMP, and state privacy laws.

3 modules 13 lessons 10 hours 760 XP
15

UK Compliance

Intermediate

Master UK-specific requirements: UK GDPR, NIS Regulations, Cyber Essentials, and FCA requirements.

3 modules 10 lessons 8 hours 550 XP
16

Swiss Compliance

Intermediate

Swiss data protection and security requirements: revDSG/FADP, FINMA regulations, and Swiss-specific standards.

3 modules 10 lessons 6 hours 520 XP
17

EU Regulations

Advanced

Master new EU cybersecurity regulations: NIS2 Directive, DORA for financial sector, AI Act, and Cyber Resilience Act.

3 modules 16 lessons 12 hours 980 XP
18

Cloud Security & Compliance

Advanced

Secure cloud environments across AWS, Azure, and GCP. Implement cloud-native security controls and achieve cloud compliance.

5 modules 16 lessons 12 hours 980 XP
19

Incident Response Management

Advanced

Build and manage incident response capabilities. Develop IR plans, run tabletop exercises, and handle security incidents professionally.

3 modules 12 lessons 10 hours 790 XP
20

vCISO Services

Expert

Deliver Virtual CISO services to clients. Learn to assess, advise, and lead security programs as an external security executive.

3 modules 11 lessons 10 hours 700 XP
21

Business Continuity & DR

Advanced

Develop comprehensive BCP/DR programs. Conduct business impact analysis, design recovery strategies, and test continuity plans.

4 modules 14 lessons 10 hours 820 XP
22

M&A Security Due Diligence

Expert

Conduct security assessments for mergers and acquisitions. Identify risks, assess security posture, and support integration planning.

3 modules 11 lessons 8 hours 690 XP
23

Security Awareness Programs

Intermediate

Design and implement effective security awareness programs. Create engaging training, run phishing simulations, and measure culture change.

3 modules 12 lessons 8 hours 700 XP
24

Privacy Engineering

Advanced

Implement privacy by design. Build privacy-respecting systems, conduct DPIAs, and operationalize privacy requirements.

3 modules 12 lessons 10 hours 750 XP
25

Supply Chain Security

Advanced

Master the "massive" field of Software Supply Chain Security. Deep dive into SCA, SBOM (CycloneDX/SPDX), VEX, and secure CI/CD pipelines.

3 modules 11 lessons 10 hours 620 XP
26

Consulting Methodology

Beginner

Master professional consulting practices. Project management, engagement models, and delivery excellence.

3 modules 10 lessons 6 hours 520 XP