Strengthening cybersecurity skills across the financial sector

Foundational training for all staff

Two accessible short sessions introduce staff members to the fundamentals of artificial intelligence and cybersecurity, focusing on practical risks and responsible use:

• 26/06 – Introduction to AI and Cybersecurity for All Staff (EN)
• 10/07 – IA et Cybersécurité pour tous les collaborateurs (FR)

These sessions offer a clear and accessible overview of generative AI use cases, related risks (data leakage, deepfakes, adversarial attacks), and key legal and ethical considerations.

For SME decision-makers: strategic and regulatory alignment

Three targeted programmes are designed for executives and senior decision-makers within small and mid-sized organisations:

• 07/07 – Directive NIS 2 – Cybersecurity Toolbox for Executives
  A practical workshop enabling leaders to assess their organisation’s maturity, design an action plan, and align with NIS2 obligations.
• 16/10 – Qualified Cybersecurity Professional in Finance – Certified Programme
  In partnership with the ABBL, Febelfin Academy and Solvay Lifelong Learning
  This 28-hour certified programme explores the intersection of finance and cybersecurity. It combines academic and industry expertise and is ideal for managers, product owners, risk officers and compliance professionals working in financial institutions.
• 17/12 – Cybersecurity – Digital Leadership & Innovation
  In partnership with the ABBL
  This 5-hour course helps leaders anticipate regulatory and technological risks, understand key security frameworks, and identify the responsibilities of roles such as the Data Protection Officer.

For IT professionals: deepening technical and operational expertise

Four advanced programmes are available for IT and cybersecurity professionals working in finance:

• 12/05 – Certified Financial Sector Security Officer (CFSSO) – Certified Programme
  In collaboration with the ABBL
  A 40-hour intensive programme covering security management, regulatory compliance, incident response and risk mitigation in financial IT environments.
• 16/06 – Cloud Officer & Outsourcing Officer – Certified Programme
  In collaboration with the ABBL
  Designed around the CSSF Circulars 22/806, 20/750 and 21/769, this 40-hour certified course develops operational skills in cloud governance, outsourcing compliance and cloud security architecture.
• 22/09 – Certified DORA Practitioner
  In collaboration with the ABBL
  This 32-hour programme equips experienced professionals with the tools to implement DORA at scale. It covers resilience testing, incident handling, third-party risk and compliance frameworks.
• 09/10 – Cloud Resilience Concepts: Secure Your Cloud Journey
  A practical 8-hour session focused on securing cloud adoption and strengthening technical resilience through control implementation and risk analysis.

Understanding the evolving regulatory landscape

In addition to technical and strategic skills, several courses help professionals navigate the evolving European regulatory landscape:

• 05/06 – DORA Foundation (16h)
  A complete introduction to DORA and its core concepts, including ICT risk, resilience testing and third-party risk.
• 25/06 – Understanding the Evolving EU Cybersecurity Regulatory Framework (8h)
  An overview of current and emerging EU regulations, including the Cyber Resilience Act, the EU Cybersecurity Act, and NIS2.
• 03/07 – How to Navigate the EU AI Act (4h)
  A practical session to help companies prepare for AI-related legal obligations, with a focus on trust, fairness, bias mitigation and compliance.