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

How To: Big 4 IS Risk Assessments
April 23, 2025- 2:00 PM CST | 1.5 CPE

From an IT and Information Security perspective, financial institutions are required to perform four (4) major risk assessments. This webinar will cover each of these risk assessments, including not just HOW to perform these risk assessments, but WHY we WANT to perform them (the objective!). Additionally, you have to perform these risk assessments regardless, so let's talk about how to make them VALUABLE – and not just a thing to check off the list.

While this webinar is geared towards financial institutions, any regulated business or organization that truly values cybersecurity will gain insightful knowledge into how to truly quantify, measure, and manage risk using these methods.


This session will cover:

  • What is a Risk Assessment?
  • How: IT Risk Assessment
  • How to: Vendor Risk Assessment
  • How to: BIA or Business Process Risk Assessment
  • How to: Organization Cybersecurity Risk Assessment

COST: $249 ($199 for SBS Institute Members)

REGISTER:

https://learning.sbscyber.com/p/how-to-big-4-is-risk-assessments/?aff=UBA

Plan, Test, Conquer: How Testing Your BCP and IRP Can Save Your Business
May 21, 2025- 2:00 PM CST | 1.5 CPE

In today's fast-paced and unpredictable business environment, the ability to quickly recover from disruptions is crucial. Join us for an insightful webinar where we delve into the critical importance of regularly testing your Business Resilience Plans, including your Business Continuity Plan (BCP), Disaster Recovery Plan, Pandemic Preparedness Plan, and Incident Response Plan (IRP).

 

This presentation will cover the following regulatory guidance:

  • What is Business Resilience Planning?
  • The Importance of Testing
  • Types of Tests to Perform
  • Testing Measurement and Reporting

 

COST: $249 ($199 for SBS Institute Members)

 

REGISTER:

https://learning.sbscyber.com/p/bcp-it-tabletop-testing/?aff=UBA

2025 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.

Visit www.sbscyber.com for more information on each certification and to register.

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.