Empower Security, Simplify Access: The CyberArk Advantage

Module Title: Exploring CyberArk Privileged Access Management (PAM)

Module Description:

This module provides an introduction to CyberArk, a leading provider of Privileged Access Management (PAM) solutions. Participants will learn about the importance of privileged access security, the features and capabilities of CyberArk solutions, and how to deploy and manage CyberArk in enterprise environments. Through practical examples and demonstrations, students will gain insights into protecting critical assets, managing privileged accounts, and mitigating security risks with CyberArk.

Module Objectives:

• Understand the importance of Privileged Access Management (PAM) in modern cybersecurity.
• Learn about CyberArk as a leading provider of PAM solutions.
• Explore the features and capabilities of CyberArk’s privileged access security platform.
• Gain proficiency in deploying, configuring, and managing CyberArk solutions.
• Understand how CyberArk helps organizations secure privileged accounts and mitigate security risks.

Module Outline:

1. Introduction to Privileged Access Management (PAM)

   • Overview of privileged access and its importance in cybersecurity.
   • Understanding the risks associated with unmanaged privileged accounts.
   • Introduction to Privileged Access Management (PAM) solutions and their benefits.

2. Overview of CyberArk

   • Introduction to CyberArk: company background, mission, and products.
   • Understanding the CyberArk Privileged Access Security platform.
   • Exploring the components and architecture of CyberArk solutions.

3. Managing Privileged Accounts with CyberArk

   • Overview of privileged account lifecycle management.
   • Onboarding and discovering privileged accounts in CyberArk.
   • Implementing policies and controls for managing privileged accounts.

4. Secrets Management with CyberArk Vault

   • Introduction to CyberArk Vault: secure storage and management of sensitive credentials.
   • Storing, retrieving, and rotating privileged credentials in CyberArk Vault.
   • Integrating CyberArk Vault with enterprise applications and systems.

5. Privileged Session Management

   • Understanding the need for privileged session monitoring and recording.
   • Implementing session isolation and monitoring with CyberArk.
   • Recording and auditing privileged user sessions for compliance and security.

6. Implementing Privilege Elevation and Delegation

   • Introduction to privilege elevation and delegation.
   • Configuring privilege escalation policies and workflows in CyberArk.
   • Delegating administrative tasks and roles using CyberArk solutions.

7. Threat Detection and Response with CyberArk

   • Leveraging CyberArk for threat detection and response.
   • Detecting and alerting on suspicious privileged access activities.
   • Automating incident response and remediation workflows with CyberArk.