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Master Cyber Leadership & Regulatory Compliance in the Indian Ecosystem

Certified Chief Information Security Officer (C-CISO)

  • A practitioner-led intensive program equipping security leaders to govern, protect, and build resilience within India’s unique digital ecosystem. Navigate a complex web of MeitY directives, SEBI/RBI mandates, and the DPDP Act.

  • Bridge global cybersecurity standards with India’s specific legal and regulatory landscapes.
  • Live, interactive weekend sessions led by industry practitioners.
  • Design resilient, breach-ready IT environments with Zero-Trust Architecture.
  • Develop Cyber Crisis Management Plans (CCMP) aligned with CERT-In directives
Trusted by senior security leadership, current and aspiring CISOs, CTOs, IT Directors, & Risk Officers
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Next Cohort 12th september, 2026
Duration Weekend Format | 4 Weeks | 3 PM - 5 PM
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Awareness Programs, Technical Workshops & Sessions
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National & International Speakers & Subject Matter Experts
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Satisfaction Rate of Learners & Course Participants
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FCRF Impact & Outcomes Delivered

The Indian Cyber & Regulatory Ecosystem

Explore cybersecurity governance within India’s specific legal and regulatory framework. Deep dives into navigating MeitY directives, SEBI/RBI mandates, and operationalizing the DPDP Act 2023 for enterprise environments.

Live Classes by Active C-Suite Practitioners

Learn directly from seasoned security leaders through live, interactive weekend sessions. Gain practical insights into designing Zero-Trust architectures, establishing 24/7 Security Operations Centers (SOC), and leading live incident response.

Risk Quantification & Board Reporting

Move away from qualitative risk guessing to quantifiable financial metrics. Learn to apply the FAIR model, design executive dashboards, and report on risk exposure using business-aligned Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).

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📅 12th September, 2026
4 Weeks Duration
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📚 16 Modules
INDUSTRY-RELEVANT CERTIFICATION

A Certification for the Next Generation of Cybersecurity Leaders

Earn the C-CISO certification and develop the strategic, governance, risk, and leadership capabilities required to build resilient security programs, manage enterprise cyber risk, and lead cybersecurity from the boardroom.

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From Technical Expertise to Boardroom Cyber Leadership
Building Future-Ready CISOs with FCRF Academy

  • The role of the CISO is evolving beyond managing security tools and incidents into enterprise-wide leadership across cyber risk, governance, resilience, regulatory compliance, and business strategy.

  • FCRF Academy brings together expertise across cybersecurity, cybercrime, digital forensics, threat intelligence, incident response, governance, privacy, and regulatory risk to deliver a practical C-CISO program grounded in real-world challenges.

  • The program is designed for professionals who want to build capabilities in cybersecurity strategy, enterprise risk management, governance, regulatory compliance, crisis leadership, security metrics, and board-level communication.

Meet the practitioners, policymakers, and domain experts who have contributed to our programs and learning initiatives

EXECUTIVE CURRICULUM

C-CISO Program Curriculum

Comprehensive coverage of cybersecurity governance, sector-specific regulatory mandates, Zero-Trust engineering, cyber risk quantification, and live crisis management.

Modules

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Inside the C-CISO Learning Experience

In addition to the upcoming cohort sessions, participants will also receive access to the recordings of the previous C-CISO batch, giving them the opportunity to learn from earlier discussions, expert explanations, practical examples, and real-world perspectives alongside the new cohort. This combination of fresh live sessions plus previous batch recordings creates a richer learning experience, allowing participants to revisit important concepts, compare perspectives, and gain significantly more value from the program beyond the scheduled live classes.

EXPECTED LEARNING OUTCOMES: BEFORE VS AFTER C-CISO

From Managing Security to Leading Cyber Risk

Before
After

The C-CISO program is designed to help experienced professionals build strategic capabilities across cybersecurity leadership, enterprise risk management, governance, regulatory readiness, business resilience, incident and crisis management, security performance, and executive communication—equipping them to lead cybersecurity as a business-critical function in modern organizations.

A Sneak Peek into the FCRF Academy LMS

All live sessions are recorded and uploaded within 3–4 hours, along with session PDFs and learning resources—so you never miss a class.

Who Is This Program For?

Designed for experienced cybersecurity, technology, risk, and governance professionals who are preparing for broader security leadership responsibilities or already operating in senior information security roles.

Senior Cybersecurity Professionals

Security Managers
Senior Security Engineers
Cybersecurity Architects
SOC Managers

Current & Aspiring CISOs

Chief Information Security Officers
Deputy CISOs
Information Security Heads
Cybersecurity Leaders

GRC, Risk & Compliance Leaders

GRC Managers
Enterprise Risk Professionals
Compliance Leaders
Cyber Governance Professionals

IT & Technology Leadership

IT Heads
Infrastructure Leaders
Cloud Security Leaders
Technology Managers

Cybersecurity Consultants & Advisors

Security Consultants
Cyber Risk Advisors
Virtual CISOs
Advisory Professionals

Audit, Assurance & Governance Professionals

Senior IT Auditors
Information Security Auditors
Assurance Professionals
Control & Governance Leaders

Snapshots from Our CCMP Program

Organised in collaboration with CERT-In, FCRF’s Certified Cyber Crisis Management Professional (CCMP) program was attended by over 500 top officials from civil services, defence, cybersecurity, and regulatory bodies. These glimpses capture our commitment to high-impact, nationally recognised training.

MeitY

FCRF & NIELIT (MeitY) Sign MoU in Presence of Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw

In a major boost to India's cybersecurity ecosystem, FCRF and NIELIT (MeitY) have joined forces to co-develop advanced training and certification programs. The MoU was signed on October 2nd in New Delhi, with Hon'ble Union Minister Shri Ashwini Vaishnaw presiding over the event.

MoU Event
FCRF x GT BHARAT

FCRF x GT BHARAT

Redefining Cybercrime Investigations: A Holistic Framework

FCRF and Grant Thornton Jointly Published Landmark Report on Cybercrime Investigations, Unveiled at FutureCrime Summit 2025.

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MeitY

FCRF Served as Knowledge Partner at the Visionary AI Impact Summit Alongside OpenAI, UNESCO & WHO

In a landmark development for India’s digital and AI ecosystem, the Future Crime Research Foundation (FCRF) served as a Knowledge Partner at the AI Impact Summit held under the vision of Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi. FCRF stood alongside leading global institutions including OpenAI, UNESCO, WHO, Harvard Kennedy School, and other international organizations contributing to discussions on responsible AI, cybersecurity, and digital governance.

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FCRF’s Esteemed Speakers at the FutureCrime Summit

Speaker

Dr. VK Saraswat

Member, NITI Aayog

Former DG, DRDO

Speaker

Lt Gen MU Nair

National Cybersecurity Coordinator

(NCSC)

Speaker

Daljit Singh Chaudhary

Director General

Border Security Force

Speaker

Rajiv Jain

Former Director

Intelligence Bureau

Speaker

OP SINGH IPS

Former DGP

Uttar Pradesh

Speaker

Dr Vikram Singh

Former DGP UP Police

Chancellor Noida Intl. University

Speaker

Dr Gulshan Rai

Former National Cybersecurity Coordinator

Ex DG CERT-IN

Speaker

Lt Gen (Dr.) Rajesh Pant

Chairman

Cybersecurity Asso. of India

Speaker

Arun Kumar

Former DG

RPF

Speaker

Justice Talwant Singh

Former Judge

Delhi High Court

Speaker

B Shanker Jaiswal

Joint CP

Delhi Police

Speaker

Dr GK Goswamy

ADG UP Police & Director

UPSIFS

Speaker

Dr. Amit Sharma

ADG and Advisor (Cyber)

Ministry of Defence

Speaker

Maj Gen Bipin Bakshi

Senior Fellow

CLAWS

Speaker

Dr. Pavan Duggal

Renowned Cyber Advocate

Supreme Court of India

Speaker

Dr. Karnika Seth

Cyberlaw Expert & Advocate

Supreme Court

Speaker

Dr. VK Saraswat

Member, NITI Aayog

Former DG, DRDO

Speaker

Lt Gen MU Nair

National Cybersecurity Coordinator

(NCSC)

Speaker

Daljit Singh Chaudhary

Director General

Border Security Force

Speaker

Rajiv Jain

Former Director

Intelligence Bureau

Speaker

OP SINGH IPS

Former DGP

Uttar Pradesh

Speaker

Dr Vikram Singh

Former DGP UP Police

Chancellor Noida Intl. University

Speaker

Dr Gulshan Rai

Former National Cybersecurity Coordinator

Ex DG CERT-IN

Speaker

Lt Gen (Dr.) Rajesh Pant

Chairman

Cybersecurity Asso. of India

Speaker

Arun Kumar

Former DG

RPF

Speaker

Justice Talwant Singh

Former Judge

Delhi High Court

Speaker

B Shanker Jaiswal

Joint CP

Delhi Police

Speaker

Dr GK Goswamy

ADG UP Police & Director

UPSIFS

Speaker

Dr. Amit Sharma

ADG and Advisor (Cyber)

Ministry of Defence

Speaker

Maj Gen Bipin Bakshi

Senior Fellow

CLAWS

Speaker

Dr. Pavan Duggal

Renowned Cyber Advocate

Supreme Court of India

Speaker

Dr. Karnika Seth

Cyberlaw Expert & Advocate

Supreme Court

OUR COLLABORATIONS

FCRF’s partner Institutions &
Organizations over the years.

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UP Police
NFSU
IIM Lucknow
Grant Thornton
Tata
L&T
CERT-In
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Resecurity
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Testimonials

What Our Participants Say !

Hear from professionals who have experienced FCRF Academy’s practitioner-led learning and real-world relevance.

While a laptop or desktop accessed through the website offers the best learning experience, FCRF Academy also provides a dedicated mobile app for both Android and iOS. You can attend live sessions, watch recorded classes, and access course materials through the app as well. Download links for the FCRF Academy app are available below.
All sessions at FCRF Academy are conducted live, allowing real-time interaction with instructors. Each session is also recorded and uploaded to the LMS within 3–5 hours of completion. You can access and watch the recordings multiple times.
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Yes. All sessions at FCRF Academy are live and interactive. Participants can ask questions, engage in discussions, and interact directly with the instructor during the session.
Yes. After completing the payment, you can access the official WhatsApp group link through the Announcements section on your LMS dashboard. This group is used for program-related updates and later becomes a community space for continued interaction and peer learning.
FCRF Academy programs are value-driven professional certifications designed to strengthen your knowledge, credibility, and practical understanding across critical domains. While we do not offer or claim formal placement or job assistance, the certification adds demonstrable value to your profile and can be highlighted on your resume and professional platforms. Participants also become part of an active learning community, enabling peer interaction, knowledge exchange, and professional networking—often leading to informal opportunities through shared learning and engagement.
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No. There are no separate or additional fees for the certification, examination, or self-evaluation test. All of these are fully included in the registration fee you pay while enrolling in the program.
Certificates are issued after the program concludes. The certificate disbursal process begins approximately two weeks after the end of the program, once all completion and evaluation requirements are processed.
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Everything you need to know about our programs, learning format, certification process, and support.

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Access live session recordings, course materials, and learning resources on the go through our Android and iOS app.

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Invest in Your Cybersecurity Leadership Career
Strategic. Regulatory. Boardroom-Ready.

A 16-hour, India-centric executive program designed to build resilient security governance and compliance capabilities for modern enterprises. No hidden charges.

PROGRAM FEE
₹5,499
₹27,499
Inclusive of GST & all applicable taxes

What you get:

  • Complete C-CISO Curriculum
  • Live Interactive Sessions
  • Recorded Session Access
  • Web & Mobile LMS Access
  • Certification Included
  • Peer & Alumni Community
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