PECB Certified Cybersecurity Foundation

On this accelerated PECB Certified Cybersecurity Foundation course, you’ll learn the essential principles and best practices of cybersecurity.

The training introduces key concepts such as risk management basics, common cyber threats, and the role of cybersecurity in protecting organizational assets, guided by international standards like ISO/IEC 27032 and the NIST Cybersecurity Framework.

This course equips you to support your organization’s security initiatives and contribute to reducing risk in today’s fast-changing digital environment. As cyber threats grow more frequent and sophisticated, professionals with foundational cybersecurity knowledge are in high demand. This one-day program is designed to meet that need quickly and effectively.

In just 1 day, you’ll also learn to:

• Explain the fundamental cybersecurity concepts and principles
• Identify the main standards and frameworks for cybersecurity, such as ISO/IEC 27032 and NIST Cybersecurity Framework
• Explain approaches, methods, and techniques for ensuring cybersecurity

At the end of this course, you’ll sit the PECB exam and achieve your PECB Certified Cybersecurity Foundation certification. Through Firebrand’s Lecture | Lab | Review methodology, you’ll get certified at twice the speed of the traditional training. Additionally, you will also earn a digital badge, enhancing your professional credibility.

Why choose Firebrand?

• Flexible Delivery Options: Choose between classroom-based training or virtual instructor-led sessions, with delivery options to suit your needs and schedule
• Comprehensive Certification Preparation: Covers the PECB exam topics with integrated study materials and practice exercises
• Interactive Learning: Includes workshops, case studies, and group discussions to apply concepts practically
• Experienced Instructors: Led by certified trainers with extensive industry experience

This training course is intended for:

• Managers and consultants seeking to expand their cybersecurity knowledge
• Professionals aiming to familiarize themselves with best practices in cybersecurity management
• Individuals responsible for carrying out cybersecurity activities within their organization
• Individuals interested in pursuing a career in cybersecurity

• Training course objectives and structure
• Standards and regulatory frameworks
• Fundamental concepts of cybersecurity
• Cybersecurity program
• Cybersecurity governance
• Cybersecurity roles and responsibilities
• Risk Management
• Attach mechanisms
• Cybersecurity Controls
• Cybersecurity communication
• Awareness and training
• Cybersecurity incident management
• Measurement, reporting, and continual improvement in cybersecurity
• Closing of the training course

At the end of this course, you'll sit the PECB Certified Cybersecurity Foundation exam, covered by the Firebrand Certification Guarantee.

• Duration: 60 minutes (1 hours)
• Format: Multiple-choice questions, closed-book
• Number of questions: 40
• Pass score:70%
• CPD points available: 14 CPD points available upon completion
• Digital Badge: PECB have partnered with Credly to offer you the chance of earning a digital badge upon completing your certification.

Competency domains covered during the examination include:

• Domain 1: Fundamental cybersecurity principles and concepts
• Domain 2: Cybersecurity program

There are no prerequisites to attend this accelerated course.

Your accelerated course includes:

• Accommodation *
• Meals, unlimited snacks, beverages, tea and coffee *
• On-site exams **
• Exam vouchers **
• Practice tests **
• Certification Guarantee ***
• Courseware
• Up to 12 hours of instructor-led training each day
• 24-hour lab access
• Digital courseware **

* For residential training only. Accommodation is included from the night before the course starts. This doesn't apply to online courses.
** Some exceptions apply. Please refer to the Exam Track or speak with our experts.
*** Pass the first time or train again for free as many times as it takes, unlimited for 1 year. Just pay for accommodation, exams, and incidental costs.

Seven reasons why you should sit your course with Firebrand Training

• Two training options. Choose between residential classroom-based and online courses
• You'll be certified fast. With us, you’ll be trained in record time
• Our course is all-inclusive. A one-off fee covers all course materials, exams**, accommodation* and meals*. No hidden extras.
• Pass the first time or train again for free. This is our guarantee. We’re confident you’ll pass your course the first time. But if not, come back within a year and only pay for accommodation, exams and incidental costs
• You’ll learn more. A day with a traditional training provider generally runs 9am–5pm, with a nice long break for lunch. With Firebrand, you’ll get at least 12 hours/day of quality learning time with your instructor
• You’ll learn faster. Chances are, you’ll have a different learning style to those around you. We combine visual, auditory and tactile styles to deliver the material in a way that ensures you will learn faster and more easily
• You’ll be studying with the best. We’ve been named in the Training Industry’s “Top 20 IT Training Companies of the Year” every year since 2010. As well as winning many more awards, we’ve trained and certified over 135,000 professionals

*For residential training only. Doesn't apply to online courses
**Some exceptions apply. Please refer to the Exam Track or speak with our experts