ONLINE Training

DORA Certified Compliance Specialist

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Format

Online
Course

Starting date

Anytime

Duration

90-Day
Online Access

Commitment

2-3 Hours
a Week

Certification

Continual Evaluation via Online Exams

Price

Only
€499

LEARN HOW TO COMPLY WITH DORA
BY BECOMING A DCCS!

We Train World Leading Companies on DORA Compliance

About the Course

What does the Course Cover?

Our DORA Certified Compliance Specialist (DCCS) course provides an in-depth overview of the Digital Operational Resilience Act (DORA), a groundbreaking EU regulation aimed at standardising ICT risk requirements across Europe's financial services industry. The focus of this act is to fortify financial entities against cyber threats, bolstering their capacity to prevent, respond to, and recover from ICT-related disruptions.

Throughout the course, we delve into the intricate aspects of DORA, enabling participants to thoroughly understand its regulations and compliance requirements. This comprehensive understanding is pivotal in circumventing potential penalties.

Given the impending implementation deadline of January 17th, 2025, our course provides pertinent and timely insights that will be instrumental in helping your organisation align with DORA's compliance requirements.

For a more detailed breakdown of what you can expect to learn, please find the course modules below.

 

Who is the Course for?

Our DORA Certified Compliance Specialist (DCCS) training course, offered by the EU Cyber Academy, is a comprehensive program designed for a broad spectrum of professionals involved in risk compliance, cyber risk management, and cybersecurity within the financial and consultancy sectors.

The course offers an exceptional opportunity to master the Digital Operational Resilience Act (DORA), providing both practical knowledge and an industry-recognised certification. Whether you are working within the financial sector, aiming to fortify your organisation's cybersecurity measures, or you are a consultant looking to guide businesses towards effective DORA compliance, this course will be your catalyst for success.

Specifically, the course is a perfect fit for:

  • Risk Compliance Leaders: Learn how to navigate DORA compliance effectively and efficiently, making you a vital asset in your organisation's journey towards operational resilience.
  • Cyber Risk Management Specialists: Enhance your expertise, gain industry recognition, and position yourself as a leading expert in a fast-paced, in-demand field.
  • Cyber Security and Risk Teams: Collaborate and provide crucial support to your enterprise in effectively managing cyber risks. Leverage your team's collective expertise to contribute significantly to the future of financial resilience.
  • Consultants and InfoSec Professionals: Ride the wave of increasing demand for consultancy in the financial sector. Your mastery of DORA will be a key driver in guiding businesses towards robust cyber defences.

Join the DCCS course to elevate your professional journey and become an indispensable player in your organisation's resilience against cyber threats. The future of financial resilience is in your hands.


How do you Learn?

Our DORA Certified Compliance Specialist (DCCS) course is designed for a highly interactive and engaging online learning experience.

Once you enrol, you'll have 90 days of unlimited access to all the course materials and examinations. The course includes a variety of multimedia resources, such as informative videos and engaging infographics, supplemented by course updates. This blend of learning aids ensures a dynamic and well-rounded understanding of the course content.

For fostering a sense of community and collaborative learning, we've integrated discussion forums. These allow you to engage in meaningful exchanges with fellow students from around the globe, enriching your learning journey with diverse perspectives.

Additionally, our curriculum features scheduled remote live learning sessions. These virtual meetings provide an opportunity for direct interaction with the head tutor, ensuring personalised guidance throughout the course.

This flexible, immersive approach to learning allows you to gain maximum value from the DCCS course, enhancing your expertise and facilitating your mastery of DORA compliance.

What Support do I Get?

Throughout your journey with our DORA Certified Compliance Specialist (DCCS) course, we provide an extensive support system to ensure a rewarding and smooth learning experience.

  1. Guidance from Experts: Our course is spearheaded by a subject matter expert Head Tutor, guaranteeing top-notch instruction and in-depth understanding.
  2. Personalised Assistance: A dedicated Course Manager is at your disposal, ready to provide one-on-one support and address your unique queries and needs.
  3. Technical Support: We have a readily available technical support team to promptly assist with any technical challenges you may face during the course.
  4. Collaborative Learning Environment: Discussion forums enable you to connect and engage with fellow students, fostering a rich, collaborative learning culture.
  5. Extended Learning Resources: To broaden your knowledge horizon, we recommend supplementary external resources that complement our course content.
  6. Inclusive Learning Tools: We prioritise inclusivity and diverse learning preferences by providing subtitles or closed captions in our core module videos.

Our commitment is to provide an enriching learning environment that empowers you to excel in your DORA compliance journey.

 

Explore the Modules

MODULE 1 - CYBER THREATS AND THE FINANCIAL SECTOR

o   Overview of Cyber Threat Landscape

o   Digital Economy, Europe and the World

o   OCG Organised Criminal Groups & Geopolitics

o   Financial Sector as Target

o   Integrated and Interdependent

o   Contagion Effect

o   Compliance vs Security

o   Digital Transformation and Innovation

o   Keys to Success: Cyber Risk Management and Collaboration

o   Leveraging Great Work from ENISA and others

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MODULE 2 - UNDERDTANDING DORA

o   Executive Overview

o   Background and Context

o   Fines

o   Key Dates

o   Other Related Regulations

o   Anatomy of the Document

o   Subject Matter

o   Scope

o   Definitions

o   Proportionality Principle

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MODULE 3 - ICT RISK MANAGEMENT

o   Executive Overview

o   Governance and Organisation

o   ICT Risk Management Framework

o   ICT Systems, Protocols and Tools

o   Identification

o   Protection and Prevention

o   Detection

o   Response and Recovery

o   Backup Policies and Procedures, Restoration and Recovery Procedures and Methods

o   Learning and Evolving

o   Communication

o   Further Harmonisation of ICT Risk Management Tools, Methods, Processes and Policies

o   Simplified ICT Risk Management Framework

o   DORA Compliance Check List

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MODULE 4 - ICT RELATED INCIDENT MANAGEMENT, CLASSIFICATION AND REPORTING 

o   Executive Overview

o   ICT Related Incident Management Process

o   Classification of ICT Related Incidents and Cyber Threats

o   Reporting of Major ICT Related Incidents and Voluntary Notification of Significant Cyber Threats

o   Harmonisation of Reporting Content and Template

o   Centralisation of Reporting of Major ICT Related Incidents

o   Supervisory Feedback

o   Operational or Security Payment Related Incidents Concerning Credit Institutions, Payment Institutions, Account Information Service Providers, and Electronic Money Institutions

o   DORA Compliance Check List

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MODULE 5 - DIGITAL OPERATIONAL RESILIENCE TESTING 

o   Executive Overview

o   General Requirements for the Performance of Digital Operational Resilience Testing

o   Testing of ICT Tools and Systems

o   Advanced Testing of ICT Tools, Systems and Processes Based on TLPT

o   Requirements for Testers for the Carrying out of TLPT

o   DORA Compliance Check List

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MODULE 6 - MANAGING OF ICT THIRD PARTY RISK 

o   Executive Overview

o   General Principles

o   Preliminary Assessment of ICT Concentration Risk at Entity Level

o   Key Contractual Provisions

o   DORA Compliance Check List

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MODULE 7 - OVERSIGHT FRAMEWORK FOR CRITICAL THIRD PARTY SERVICE PROVIDERS

  Executive Overview

o   Designation of Critical ICT Third Party Service Providers

o   Structure of the Oversight Framework

o   Tasks of the Lead Overseer

o   Operational Coordination Between Lead Overseers

o   Powers of the Lead Overseer

o   Exercise of the Powers of the Lead Overseer Outside the Union

o   Request for Information

o   General Investigations

o   Inspections

o   Ongoing Oversight

o   Harmonisation of Conditions Enabling the Conduct of the Oversight Activities

o   Follow Up by Competent Authorities

o   Oversight Fees

o   International Cooperation

o   DORA Compliance Check List

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MODULE 8 - INFORMATION SHARING ARRANGEMENTS

o   Executive Overview

o   Information Sharing Arrangements on Cyber Threat Information and Intelligence

o   DORA Compliance Check List

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MODULE 9 - COMPETENT AUTHORITIES

o   Executive Overview

o   Competent Authorities

o   Cooperation with Structures and Authorities Established by the EU

o   Cooperation Between Authorities

o   Financial Cross Sector Exercises, Communication and Cooperation

o   Administrative Penalties and Remedial Measures

o   Exercise of the Power to Impose Administrative Penalties and Remedial Measures

o   Criminal Penalties

o   Notification Duties

o   Publication of Administrative Penalties

o   Professional Secrecy

o   Data Protection

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MODULE 10 - DELEGATED ACTS AND FINAL PROVISIONS 

o   Executive Overview

o   Exercise of the Delegation

o   Review Clause

o   Amendments Articles 59-63

o   DORA Application

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BONUS MODULE: THE HOW OF DORA

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MONTHLY LIVE SESSIONS WITH SUPPORT AND UPDATES

Students can join in our live monthly sessions covering the latest updates in relation to DORA Compliance and an interactive Q&A session.