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Introduction to Information Security: Communication

Communicate security risks clearly to boards, management, and audit teams

Wes BryanSophie GoodwinDM

Created by Wes Bryan, Sophie Goodwin, Deidre Melton

Learn how to communicate information security risks and audit findings in a way that makes sense to boards, senior management, and audit teams. Build the skills to tailor your message for different audiences and support better decision-making across your organization.

ACI | 101 min

What You Will Learn

You will work through real-world scenarios that show how to match your message to each audience's needs. Step-by-step guidance helps you organize information, choose the right level of detail, and respond to common communication challenges. By practicing these skills, you will become more confident in supporting governance conversations.

Key Features

  • Learn to present security risks and audit findings clearly to non-technical audiences
  • Adapt your communication style for boards, management, and audit teams
  • Gain practical strategies to handle communication challenges and support collaboration

Target Audience

This course is designed for auditors, information security professionals, risk practitioners, compliance teams, and managers who need to explain security risks or audit results to a range of stakeholders. If you are new to information security auditing or want to improve how you communicate with boards, management, or external parties, you will find practical value here.

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