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Level Up at SecureWorld Conferences with In-Depth Training Courses

Written by SecureWorld News Team | Mon | Mar 2, 2026 | 10:58 PM Z

Are you ready to deepen your cybersecurity knowledge and take your skills to the next level? SecureWorld PLUS courses are back for 2026, offering an incredible opportunity for hands-on, expert-led training at our in-person regional conferences.

Whether you're a seasoned security professional or just starting your journey, these in-depth courses are designed to equip you with actionable insights and training that boost your career. PLUS courses are held as part of each conference—either the day before or interspersed as 90-minute sessions throughout—providing attendees an additional six hours of immersive education and 6 CPE credits.

Why attend a SecureWorld PLUS course?

  • Expert-led training: Learn directly from industry leaders with decades of experience.

  • Interactive learning: Engage in practical exercises and collaborative discussions.

  • Professional growth: Earn 6 CPE credits and return to your organization with actionable strategies.

Here is a look at the courses being offered this year.

Securing & Enabling AI: Transform Chaos into Competitive Advantage

Your CEO just asked about AI security. Do you have a clear answer?

While security teams are still cataloging vulnerabilities, business units are deploying AI at scale. Every Monday, another department launches an AI tool. Marketing uses ChatGPT for campaigns. Sales deploys AI Sales Development Reps. Customer service automates with chatbots. And your cybersecurity team? Still writing policies nobody reads.

In this interactive workshop, learn how to secure AI while accelerating innovation—not blocking it. Transform from AI Firefighter to Strategic Business Enabler, with a 90-day roadmap for secure AI deployment in your organization.

What you will master:

  • The AIR-MAP Methodology™ — Your proven 90-day roadmap from AI chaos to governance

  • Executive Translation — Turn technical AI risks into boardroom language

  • NIST AI RMF Implementation — Practical application, not theory

  • The $12M Question — Secure against deepfake fraud and AI-enabled attacks

  • Shadow AI Discovery — Find and govern the AI already in your organization

  • Business-First Security — Protect value, not just systems

Who should attend:

  • CISOs facing board questions about AI

  • Information Security Directors enabling digital transformation

  • IT VPs without dedicated security teams

  • Cybersecurity Consultants serving enterprise clients

  • Risk Managers governing AI initiatives

  • Aspiring decision-makers and those reporting to one

Not designed for:

  • Developers wanting to code AI models

  • Analysts seeking technical certifications

  • Anyone looking for hands-on hacking labs

This workshop is NOT about:

  • Prompt injection techniques

  • Model architecture security

  • Technical vulnerability scanning

  • Writing 200-page policies

This workshop IS about:

  • Speaking profit-and-loss to executives

  • Enabling your AI transformations

  • Building cybersecurity into AI from day one

  • Becoming the trusted AI advisor

What you'll leave with:

1. The Complete AIR-MAP Toolkit

  • 90-day implementation roadmap
  • Discovery templates and workflows
  • Risk scoring calculators
  • Executive presentation templates

2. Ready-to-Deploy Governance Assets

  • AI Acceptable Use Policy (customize in minutes)
  • Vendor assessment questionnaires
  • Incident Response playbooks

3. A 30-Minute Strategy Session

A complimentary private consultation to apply AIR-MAP directly to your organization's AI strategy and risk posture.

The "Securing & Enabling AI: Transform Chaos into Competitive Advantage" PLUS will be offered at all of SecureWorld's in-person conferences in 2026.

Master the NIST Cybersecurity Framework v2.0 in Just Six Hours

This intensive, live workshop is your shortcut to mastering cyber resilience. In just one power-packed course, you will walk away with:

  • Complete mastery of NIST CSF 2.0 – Understand every component and why it matters to YOUR business

  • Your personalized Cyber Risk Map – Identify your organization’s exact vulnerabilities and blind spots

  • A step-by-step action plan – No more guessing what to do next

  • Real-world case studies – See how organizations just like yours have successfully implemented the framework

  • Expert-level confidence – Finally speak cybersecurity with authority and clarity

What makes this different?

This isn't another theoretical lecture. You'll spend most of your time actually BUILDING your organization's cybersecurity roadmap using the proven Cyber Risk Management Action Plan (CR-MAP) methodology. You'll leave with tools and know-how you can implement immediately.

Perfect for:

  • IT Directors and Managers

  • Cybersecurity Professionals

  • Business Leaders responsible for risk management

  • Compliance Officers

  • Anyone tasked with "figuring out cybersecurity"

Exclusive bonus: Every attendee receives a comprehensive digital CR-MAP Online Workbook ($197 value), your step-by-step guide to:

  • Getting BUY-IN from your senior decision makers

  • Discovering your top five cyber risks

  • Creating a prioritized risk mitigation plan with implementation roadmap

  • A score card you can use to track progress

Warning: This course workshop has limited seating. Don't let another cyber incident catch your organization unprepared—register now!

SecureWorld's PLUS Course, "Master the NIST Cybersecurity Framework v2.0 in Just Six Hours," will only be offered at our in-person, two-day conferences in Boston, Philadelphia, and Seattle.

How to register

Don't miss this chance to enhance your skills, earn CPE credits, and learn together with peers in your region. Seats are limited, so secure your spot in these highly-sought-after courses today! See our Events schedule here.