Education & Events

Information Security Certifications

The SBS Institute is uniquely designed to serve the banking industry by providing cyber education to better prepare students and their financial institution for cybersecurity threats and regulations. These banking specific, role-based certifications allow students to master the concepts and technologies required to perform essential cybersecurity functions. The SBS Institute certifications include real-world cybersecurity issues and establish solutions that make cybersecurity responsibilities more efficient and effective.

The SBS Institute certification program is designed around three learning paths: Executive, Manager, and Technical. Each path contains a list of applicable job titles, making it clear which courses are for you based on your job. Each learning path also includes one core certification and a variety of specialized certifications. A core certification is not a pre-requisite of a specialized certification, but is rather a natural starting point within the learning path. For additional information, email Beth Parker or call (801) 214-7720.

Upcoming Webinars

A Hacker's Guide to Password Cracking

September 18, 2024 - 2:00 PM CST | 1.5 CPE | $199 members

Passwords continue to be the bane of users' existence. Humans are bad at passwords we don't like creating them, we don't like remembering them, and we reuse the heck out of them. How many of you (or your users) have used some variation of Spring2024! for work accounts this year!? The answer: too many! Cyber criminals know this and take advantage of our poor password tendencies by stealing our passwords, brute-forcing our passwords, or both. And if you're re-using passwords for other websites, like online banking, email, or social media then you're putting a lot at risk.In this webinar, we'll explore the art of password compromise and cracking, including how to create strong passwords, how fast passwords can be cracked today, and how to prevent password reuse.

Q4 2024 Cyber Report

December 6, 2024 - 11:00 AM CST | 1 CPE

We'll cover a variety of topics during this presentation, including recent hot cybersecurity topics, new attack vectors, risk management best practices, regulatory guidance updates, and more.

2024 Certification Calendar

Elevate your professional standing in the financial industry with SBS Institute Certifications. Designed to cater specifically to the banking sector, these certifications are not just a testament to your expertise but a commitment to maintaining the highest standards of cybersecurity. Whether you're an executive, manager, or technical professional, SBS Institute offers a tailored learning path that aligns with your role and career aspirations. With over 2,500 certifications issued, joining the ranks of SBS-certified professionals means joining a community dedicated to excellence and advancement.

Register for a Certification Course

Certification Program Includes

  • Electronic kickoff packet (1 week prior to start date)
  • 14 hours of learning, including lectures and lab/assignments
  • An examination following the completion of course work
  • Access to the program for a 10-week period from the start date

Student requirements:

  • Participation in all modules
  • Completion of lab exercises
  • Passing the examination

Certification Maintenance Requirements

Certified professionals must:

  • Become a member*
  • Complete four hours of qualifying continuing education through the SBS Institute or NHBA webinars and events

*Institute Members can join SBS Hot Topic and SBS Institute Webinars at a discounted price. Revisit an expanded library of the last 24 months of Hacker Hour recorded webinars. Institute members also get the latest scoop of the cybersecurity landscape with exclusive access to quarterly Cyber Report webinars.