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Cyber Security Basics for Healthcare & Pharma Sector

This course is designed to address the growing cybersecurity needs in the healthcare and pharmaceutical sectors. With increasing threats targeting sensitive medical data and critical systems, this course will guide participants through key strategies for managing cyber risks, protecting patient information, and ensuring compliance with industry regulations. The course focuses on third-party risk management, device and application security, and tackling industry-specific challenges related to cyber threats.

Course Instructor Jyothi Ramaswamy
Registration Type: Institutional
Start Date: Customizable
End Date: Customizable
Timing: Customizable
Fee: INR 150000
Duration: 10 Hours
Organizational Context: 2 Hours
Batch Size: Up to 20 participants
Format: Live, Online, Interactive Sessions
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Course Overview

Main Topics Covered:

1.   Cyber Security in Healthcare and Pharmaceuticals

  • The role of cybersecurity in protecting sensitive patient information and pharmaceutical research.
  • Understanding cyber risks specific to healthcare and pharma industries.

2.   Third-Party Risk Management

  • Evaluating and mitigating risks associated with vendors, contractors, and service providers in the healthcare and pharma sectors.
  • Establishing secure processes for managing third-party access to systems and data.

3.   Managing Devices / Application Patching

  • Ensuring the security of medical devices and applications through timely patching and updates.
  • Strategies for managing vulnerabilities in connected devices and healthcare systems.

4.   Managing PII (Personally Identifiable Information) and PHI (Protected Health Information)

  • Best practices for securing sensitive patient data, including PII and PHI.
  • Implementing safeguards to prevent unauthorized access and data breaches.

5.   Industry-Specific Challenges and Implications of Cyber Threats

  • Exploring the unique cybersecurity challenges faced by the healthcare and pharmaceutical industries.
  • The potential impact of cyber-attacks on patient care, pharmaceutical research, and healthcare operations.

6.   Compliance Requirements

  • Understanding key compliance requirements, such as HIPAA, GDPR, and other data protection regulations in the healthcare and pharma sectors.
  • Ensuring adherence to legal and regulatory standards to avoid penalties and breaches.

Flexible Schedule

Our Flexible Schedule offers you control over the course duration—finish in a day or spread it over three months. Fixed modules ensure structured learning, tailored entirely to your availability.

Batch Size: Up to 20 participants

Schedule of Classes

Course Curriculum

1 Subject

Cyber Security Basics for Healthcare & Pharma Sector

10 Learning Materials

Module 1 - Introduction to Cybersecurity in Healthcare & Pharmaceuticals

Introduction to Cybersecurity in Healthcare & Pharmaceuticals

Audio

Module 2 - Industry-Specific Cyber Threats

Industry-Specific Cyber Threats

Audio

Module 3 - Managing Devices and Application Patching

Managing Devices and Application Patching

Audio

Module 4 - Managing Personally Identifiable Information (PII) and Protected Health Information (PHI)

Managing Personally Identifiable Information (PII) and Protected Health Information (PHI)

Audio

Module 5 - Third-Party Risk Management

Third-Party Risk Management

Audio

Module 6 - Data Protection Regulations in Healthcare & Pharmaceuticals

Data Protection Regulations in Healthcare & Pharmaceuticals

Audio

Module 7 - Cybersecurity Incident Response in Healthcare & Pharmaceuticals

Cybersecurity Incident Response in Healthcare & Pharmaceuticals

Audio

Module 8 - Cloud Security in Healthcare & Pharmaceuticals

Cloud Security in Healthcare & Pharmaceuticals

Audio

Module 9 - Practical Applications in Healthcare & Pharma Cybersecurity

Practical Applications in Healthcare & Pharma Cybersecurity

Audio

Module 10 - Final Assessment and Certification

Final Assessment and Certification

Audio

Assessment

Course Instructor

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Jyothi Ramaswamy

20 Courses   •   228 Students

Ms Ramaswamy holds a B.Tech in Electronics and Communication and a MSc in Software Systems from BITS Pilani. In her earlier role, Jyothi was Governance, Risk & Compliance Lead for Cyber Security Services at TCS and has experience in Information Security control, implementation, and verification. Jyothi holds CRISP, CRISC, CISM certifications and is an APMG accredited trainer.

Who Should Enroll

01

IT Team

This course provides IT professionals in the healthcare and pharma sectors with the essential knowledge to protect sensitive patient data, secure medical devices, and ensure the integrity of pharmaceutical systems. Learn how to implement cybersecurity measures that comply with healthcare regulations and industry standards.

02

Quality Management / Audit Team

For quality management and audit teams in the healthcare and pharma industries, this course covers the cybersecurity fundamentals needed to assess and audit IT systems. It helps ensure that data protection practices meet regulatory requirements, safeguarding sensitive medical and pharmaceutical information.

03

Management Team responsible for Risk Management

Tailored for management teams overseeing risk in healthcare and pharma, this course equips you with the tools to develop and implement cybersecurity policies. Learn to identify and mitigate risks associated with protecting patient data, research, and pharmaceutical operations, while ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations.

Assessment & Certificate

Upon completion of the program and successfully passing the assessment, learners will receive a GCA certificate. The certificate will also indicate the number of hours, which can be used toward meeting Continuing Professional Education (CPE) requirements.