TRAINING SYLLABUS - ZERO TRUST FRAMEWORK

Zero Trust Security Framework Training Guide

Model: Zero Trust Maturity Framework

Duration: 1 Hour

Audience: IT Security Teams, Network Administrators, CISOs

1. Session Overview:

This session covers the Zero Trust Security Framework, a comprehensive approach to securing networks by eliminating implicit trust. Participants will learn about reactive, proactive, and adaptive strategies for implementing Zero Trust principles, such as endpoint security, threat intelligence, and workload protection.

2. Learning Objectives:

• Understand the phases of Zero Trust deployment: Reactive, Proactive, and Adaptive.
• Learn how to secure network traffic (North-South & East-West) using Zero Trust principles.
• Explore advanced security tools like SIEM, Vulnerability Management, MFA, and ZTNA to protect against modern threats.

3. Key Concepts Covered:

• Reactive Security:
• Endpoint (North-South): Securing entry/exit points.
• Endpoint (East-West): Securing internal traffic.
• DDoS/WAF: Protecting against external attacks.
• Proactive Security:
• Cloud SIEM/SOAR: Real-time threat monitoring.
• Vulnerability Management/Threat Intelligence: Proactively addressing risks.
• IAM/MFA/PAM: Strengthening access control.
• Adaptive Security:
• XDR AI/UEBA: Sophisticated detection and response.
• Workload Protection: Securing workloads across environments.
• ZTNA: Secure, identity-based remote access.
• Cross-Framework Considerations: Encryption, key management, and backup/recovery.

4. Suggested Agenda & Timing:

• 0:00 - 0:05 | Welcome & Introduction: Overview of Zero Trust principles and maturity model.
• 0:05 - 0:15 | Explanation of Key Concepts: Walk through Reactive, Proactive, and Adaptive stages.
• 0:15 - 0:30 | Case Study Discussion: Analyze a network breach and how the Zero Trust framework could mitigate the risk.
• 0:30 - 0:45 | Zero Trust Implementation Exercise: Participants develop a Zero Trust security plan for their organization, focusing on threat detection and access control.
• 0:45 - 0:55 | Reflection: How can your current security framework be improved using Zero Trust principles?
• 0:55 - 1:00 | Wrap-Up & Q&A: Recap and encourage next steps for implementing Zero Trust.

5. Materials Needed:

• Visual Aid: Diagram of the Zero Trust Maturity Framework.
• Case Study: Real-world breach example for group discussion.
• Handout (Optional): One-page summary of the maturity model.

6. Key Questions for Trainers to Use:

• How can you ensure both North-South and East-West network traffic are secured using Zero Trust principles?
• What tools (e.g., SIEM, MFA, ZTNA) are essential for moving from reactive to adaptive security?
• How can you incorporate workload protection into your current security posture?

7. Trainer Tips:

• Emphasize the importance of continuous monitoring and real-time threat detection.
• Use the case study to highlight the importance of both endpoint security and proactive threat intelligence.
• Encourage participants to identify potential security gaps and how Zero Trust principles can address them.

8. Additional Resources:

• Support Materials: Cross-framework tools like encryption and backup strategies.
• Recommended Reading: 
• ISO 27001 - Information Security, Cybersecurity and Privacy Protection
• CISA - Identity, Credential, and Access Management (ICAM) Reference Architecture
• NIST SP 1800-35 - Implementing a Zero Trust Architecture - Privileged Access Management