Domain 1: Governance

• 1.1 Governance Frameworks and Principles
  • Understand various governance frameworks (e.g., COSO, COBIT).
  • Principles of effective governance.
• 1.2 Organizational Structure and Culture
  • Roles and responsibilities within the organization.
  • Cultural factors influencing risk management.
• 1.3 Legal and Regulatory Compliance
  • Compliance requirements relevant to IT risk management.
  • Legal implications of non-compliance.
• 1.4 Risk Management Framework
  • Components of a risk management framework.
  • Integration of risk management into organizational processes.
• 1.5 Ethics and Codes of Conduct
  • Ethical considerations in risk management.
  • Importance of adherence to codes of conduct.

Domain 2: IT Risk Assessment

• 2.1 Risk Identification Techniques
  • Methods for identifying IT risks.
  • Risk identification tools and methodologies.
• 2.2 Risk Analysis and Evaluation
  • Quantitative and qualitative risk analysis techniques.
  • Evaluation of risk scenarios and their impact.
• 2.3 IT Asset Valuation
  • Methods for valuing IT assets.
  • Importance of asset valuation in risk assessment.
• 2.4 Threat and Vulnerability Identification
  • Identification of IT threats and vulnerabilities.
  • Techniques for assessing the likelihood and impact of threats.

Domain 3: Risk Response and Reporting

• 3.1 Risk Response Options
  • Strategies for responding to identified risks.
  • Risk treatment options (avoidance, mitigation, transfer, acceptance).
• 3.2 Control Selection and Implementation
  • Selection of appropriate controls based on risk assessment.
  • Implementation of controls to mitigate risks effectively.
• 3.3 Risk Monitoring and Communication
  • Methods for monitoring and measuring risk over time.
  • Effective communication of risk information to stakeholders.
• 3.4 Incident Response and Management
  • Incident response planning and execution.
  • Post-incident analysis and lessons learned.

Domain 4: Information Technology and Security

• 4.1 IT Concepts and Architecture
  • Fundamental concepts of IT architecture.
  • Components of IT systems and their interrelationships.
• 4.2 Information Security Fundamentals
  • Principles of information security management.
  • Common security controls and their implementation.
• 4.3 Emerging Technology Trends
  • Current trends in technology (e.g., cloud computing, IoT).
  • Implications of emerging technologies on risk management.
• 4.4 Security Policies, Standards, and Procedures
  • Development and implementation of security policies.
  • Adherence to industry standards and best practices.