02. Managing and Prioritizing Risks

ND545 C3 L1 A02 Big Picture

Cyber security is ultimately about managing and prioritizing risks. A standard risk management process involves three key steps:

  • Identifying
  • Assessing
  • Mitigating risks

Identifying risks involves understanding the threats the company faces. Threat assessment sets the foundation and is one of the first required steps in the risk management process.