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Cybersecurity Fundamentals
01 Mar 2027 -
09 Apr 2027
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This course introduces the fundamentals of cybersecurity and explores their connection to other domains relevant to strategic policy analysis. It aims to build a common understanding of key cyber terminology, best practices, and collaborative approaches to addressing shared regional security challenges in cyberspace.

The course is comprised of eight to ten modules tailored to the needs of the student cohort. Each module includes relevant readings, pre-recorded content from regional experts, a discussion board for interacting with other students, and office hours for direct interaction with the facilitators. As a capstone exercise, students will produce a policy paper.

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Application Period:
28 Oct 2026 -
30 Nov 2027
Virtual Course Dates:
01 Mar 2027 -
09 Apr 2027

COURSE LEARNING OBJECTIVES

This course is designed to enhance participants’ understanding of cyberspace governance from both policy and strategic perspectives. It also equips them with tools to foster mutual understanding and cooperation at national and international levels. Additionally, the course encourages dialogue on the need for, and approaches to, developing legal frameworks for cybersecurity.

ADMINISTRATIVE DETAILS

This course is designed for entry-level to intermediate professionals with some knowledge of cybersecurity concepts. Ideally, participants should come from one of the following communities:

  • Ministries/Departments of Security and Defense (civilian personnel, as well as enlisted military personnel and officers).
  • Representatives from other ministries/departments, such as Interior, Justice, Banking and/or Finance, Foreign Affairs, Communications, Security, and/or Information.
  • Representatives from the legislative and judicial branches who interact with security and defense issues (planning, oversight, and supervision).
  • Representatives from NGOs, the private sector, and think tanks involved in security/defense matters, as well as educators, academic researchers, journalists, and members of political parties.
  • Active-duty law enforcement personnel and military members (both enlisted personnel and officers).
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This course is conducted in Spanish. Non-native speakers must demonstrate the ability to speak and write in Spanish at a bilingual level prior to acceptance and enrollment.

COURSE FACULTY

BG (ret.) Boris Saavedra, PhD
Dr. Boris Saavedra - Course Coordinator
William J. Perry Center