Cybersecurity Risk Assessment & Mitigation Strategy

Categories
Risk, audit and compliance Security (cybersecurity and IT security)
Skills
threat modeling nist cybersecurity framework (csf) project documentation prioritization remediation systems stakeholder communications
Project scope

What is the main goal for this project?

Many organizations face difficulty in identifying and prioritizing their cybersecurity risks. Learners will conduct a risk assessment, document vulnerabilities, and deliver actionable remediation recommendations in a professional format.


  • Evaluate the cybersecurity posture of a small-to-medium business (SMB) or simulated environment. Identify vulnerabilities, assess risks, and develop a prioritized mitigation plan aligned to industry standards (e.g., NIST, ISO).


What tasks will students need to complete to achieve the project goal?

Tasks and Activities:

  • Review the organization’s IT environment or case study
  • Conduct asset identification and classification
  • Identify potential threats, vulnerabilities, and business impacts
  • Use a basic risk matrix to assess severity and likelihood
  • Align findings with NIST or ISO compliance frameworks
  • Recommend controls and remediation actions
  • Draft a formal Cybersecurity Risk Assessment Report
  • Create a visual summary or infographic for stakeholder communication


Deliverables:

  • Cybersecurity Risk Assessment Report
  • Risk Matrix and Prioritization Table
  • Remediation Plan with Recommended Controls
  • Executive Summary Slide Deck or Infographic