NIST 800-30: Risk Assessment Step by Step

Are you responsible for managing cybersecurity risks in your organization? Do you want to master a globally recognized risk assessment methodology used across industries? This course, “NIST 800-30: Risk Assessment Step by Step,” is your comprehensive guide to understanding and applying the NIST Special Publication 800-30, a cornerstone in the field of risk management.

Whether you're a cybersecurity analyst, risk manager, IT auditor, compliance officer, or security consultant, this course equips you with the skills and frameworks needed to confidently assess information system risks in alignment with NIST guidelines. The course breaks down the complex process of risk assessment into easy-to-follow, practical steps, helping you apply concepts directly to your work.

You will begin with an overview of the NIST Risk Management Framework (RMF) and its relationship to SP 800-30. From there, we explore the key components of effective risk assessment: threat sources and events, vulnerabilities, likelihood, impact, and risk determination. You’ll also learn how to document findings and translate them into actionable mitigation strategies aligned with your organization’s risk appetite.

The course includes hands-on templates, case studies, and walkthroughs to ensure practical understanding. Each module is designed to be clear, concise, and actionable—ideal for professionals looking to implement or refine a risk-based security approach.

By the end of this course, you’ll be able to:

• Conduct structured risk assessments using NIST 800-30

• Evaluate threats, vulnerabilities, and potential impacts

• Communicate risk in meaningful terms to stakeholders

• Create and use risk assessment reports for decision-making

• Align your findings with cybersecurity controls and policies

Enroll now and start building risk-aware cybersecurity strategies based on one of the most respected standards in the industry. Whether you're preparing for an audit, enhancing compliance, or boosting your career in risk management—this course will give you the tools and confidence to succeed.