GIROC

Reducing ICT and Data Incidents Through Preventing Human Errors

Enquiry
Programme Code D267
Domain
GIROC
Level
Foundation
Learning Partner(s)
GovTech
Duration
1 Day
Format In-person
Rating
Competencies
WOG ICT & Data Incident Management Readiness
Job Roles
Systems Engineer UX Designer Software Engineer Project Manager (Agile) ICT&SS Professional ICT&SS Incident Management Officer Solutions Architect Public Service Officer (non-ICT&SS)

Overview

Identify common types of human errors and how you can prevent ICT and data security incidents. Explore the human factors with reference to the ‘Dirty Dozen’ such as distraction, fatigue, complacency, lack of resources, etc. as well as gain in-depth knowledge through case studies in identifying root causes of incidents, adopt practical measures, and best practices to avoid ICT and data security incidents.

Key Takeaways

At the end of this programme, you will be able to:
  • Identify the human factors and how it can lead to ICT and data security incidents
  • Apply root cause analysis (RCA) techniques, the Fishbone diagram and the 5 ‘Whys’, to accurately identify the root cause(s) of incidents and near misses and recommend the appropriate prevention strategy

Who Should Attend

Please refer to the job roles section.

Programme Structure

This programme will cover the following topics:

  • Trend and analysis of the incidents reported by Agencies caused by human errors which are avoidable
  • 'Dirty Dozen' concept of the 12 human factors which can result in ICT and data security incidents (sharing ofcase study)
  • Root Cause Analysis (RCA) process and the techniques of the Fishbone diagram and the 5 ‘Whys’ on case scenarios for group discussion and presentation
  • recommendation of best practices to avoid human errors as the incident-prevention strategy
NOTE
You will receive an e-certificate of participation/ attendance for this programme.
This programme is complimentary.

Agency-sponsored

Step 1 Apply through your organisation's training request system.

Step 2 Your organisation's training request system (or relevant HR staff) confirms your organisation's approval for you to take the programme.

Your organisation will send registration information to the academy.

Organisation HR L&D or equivalent staff can click here for details of the registration submission process.


Step 3 GovTech Digital Academy will inform you whether you have been successful in enrolment.