Master CGRC (CAP Certified Authorization Professional) Guide

Applied GRC and Cyber Risk: Full CGRC Prep with Real-World Scenarios, Fundamentals for CAP Success and Exam Prep Success

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This comprehensive course is designed to prepare you for the Certified in Governance, Risk, and Compliance (CGRC) certification, previously known as the Certified Authorization Professional (CAP) by (ISC)². Whether you're an IT security professional, risk manager, compliance officer, or cybersecurity enthusiast, this course will provide you with the practical knowledge and structured understanding required to succeed in governance, risk, and compliance roles across both public and private sector organizations.

The course begins by introducing the CGRC certification, its purpose, benefits, and who should consider earning it. You will learn about the exam format, eligibility criteria, and how this course aligns with the domains tested in the certification exam. A foundational overview of Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) is provided to establish context and highlight the increasing importance of integrated risk and compliance functions in today’s organizations.

A major focus of the course is on the Risk Management Framework (RMF), as outlined by NIST SP 800-37, which forms the backbone of the CGRC certification. You’ll explore each of the six RMF steps in detail—Categorize, Select, Implement, Assess, Authorize, and Monitor—while understanding key concepts such as security impact levels, system boundaries, control selection using NIST SP 800-53, and continuous monitoring strategies. Real-world examples and scenarios help bring these steps to life.

In addition to RMF, you’ll gain insight into legal and regulatory frameworks that shape modern cybersecurity and compliance strategies, including key laws like GDPR, HIPAA, SOX, and FISMA, and industry standards such as ISO 27001, NIST CSF, and COBIT. You’ll learn how these frameworks integrate with RMF to form a holistic approach to risk and compliance management.

The course also covers essential risk management concepts such as threats, vulnerabilities, risk assessments, mitigation strategies, and the Business Impact Analysis (BIA) process. You’ll discover how to assess and treat risks, develop and maintain security policies, manage incidents, and ensure compliance through effective auditing and reporting practices.

Security governance is another critical focus area, where you’ll understand how to develop, implement, and manage a security program that aligns with business goals. This includes incident response planning, third-party risk management, and best practices for ensuring vendor compliance. You’ll also explore common pitfalls in GRC practices and learn how to avoid them.

The final part of the course helps reinforce your learning through case studies, real-world examples, and exam preparation tips. You’ll examine security incidents, governance challenges, and risk management failures to understand how theory translates into practice—and how to succeed on the CGRC exam.

By the end of this course, you will have the confidence, clarity, and competence to not only pass the CGRC certification exam but also apply GRC principles effectively in your professional role.

Whether you're looking to advance your career in cybersecurity, risk management, or compliance, this course will be your comprehensive guide to achieving CGRC success.

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