PROTECT AGAINST CYBER RISK
Duke Executive Cybersecurity Certificate Programs
Duke Executive Cybersecurity Certificate Programs
PROTECT AGAINST CYBER RISK
Cybersecurity and artificial intelligence are top challenges for governments, corporations, and many other organizations in today’s digital world. Duke University’s cybersecurity executive programs equip Chief Information Security Officers (CISO), executives, and managers with cutting-edge, adaptive, and interdisciplinary training that enables them to navigate the increasingly complex environment of their organizations and beyond.
Our suite of executive programs offer a range of trainings designed to equip leaders in the cybersecurity space. These programs provide professionals with the opportunity to learn from Duke faculty, industry experts, and their fellow participants.
Cybersecurity Leadership Program
May 19-20, 2025
Gain skills to better execute the responsibilities of a board member of a publicly traded company in the United States.
CISO Executive Certificate Program
May 19-23, 2025
Develop a comprehensive and interdisciplinary framework to enable effective management and leadership of cybersecurity teams.
Industrial Security Certificate Program
Spring, 2025
Understand regulatory frameworks, standards, and regulatory requirements that are key to protecting operational technology.
Cybersecurity Leadership Program
May 19-20, 2025
Gain skills to better execute the responsibilities of a board member of a publicly traded company in the United States.
CISO Executive Certificate Program
May 19-23, 2025
Develop a comprehensive and interdisciplinary framework to enable effective management and leadership of cybersecurity teams.
Industrial Security Certificate Program
Spring, 2025
Understand regulatory frameworks, standards, and regulatory requirements that are key to protecting operational technology.
The Duke Cybersecurity Certificate Programs were developed in partnership with Paladin Capital, a leading global investor in innovative cyber and artificial intelligence companies, along with Duke University’s Pratt School of Engineering and Sanford School of Public Policy.
Program Directors
Our program directors and guest speakers are some of the world’s top experts and practitioners in fields such as cloud security, operational technology security, artificial intelligence, machine learning security and more.
Arturo Ehuan | Executive in Residence, Pratt School of Engineering
Art Ehuan is the Executive in Residence at the Pratt School of Engineering and Executive Director of the Master of Engineering in Cybersecurity Program. Previously Art served as the Vice President at Palo Alto Networks, a global cybersecurity corporation and managing director at Alvarez & Marsal, global cyber risk service management practice, an international consulting firm. See Bio
David Hoffman | Steed Family Professor of the Practice of Cybersecurity Policy, Sanford School of Public Policy
David Hoffman is the Steed Family Professor of the Practice of Cybersecurity Policy at the Sanford School of Public Policy. He also chairs the Civil Liberties and Privacy Panel for the Director’s Advisory Board for the US National Security Agency. Hoffman formerly served as the Associate General Counsel, Director of Security Policy and Global Privacy Officer for Intel Corporation. See Bio
Why Duke?
Our programs are specially designed by Duke experts and key industry partners, addresses the knowledge gap for CISOs, executives, and managers who might find it challenging to navigate the broader business needs of their role. Specifically tailored with consideration for US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) regulatory requirements, the course aims to equip CISOs, executives, and managers with the necessary insights to offer optimal cybersecurity advice and guidance to their organizations.
“It is a fantastic course specifically for nontechnical individuals. As an executive the materials that I learned are very important and will help me make better decisions.”
– 2022 CLP Participant
“The Duke CISO certificate addresses some critical unmet needs and challenges for CISOs and aspirant CISOs: one is having a baseline knowledge of crucial cybersecurity controls. “
– 2024 CISO Participant
“One key lesson I have learned is the importance of balancing specialized technical expertise with legal and regulatory knowledge, which is crucial for today’s Chief Information Security Officer (CISO). “
– 2024 CISO Participant
Engage with the Duke Cyber Community
The cybersecurity world is constantly evolving with the development of new technologies. As the world grows, so do the threats to the cybersecurity space. Within Duke’s cyber community, students, faculty, and working practitioners collaborate to develop creative solutions to the cyber threats of tomorrow.
Interested in pursuing a graduate degree in cybersecurity?
Discover the Cybersecurity Master of Engineering program.
Looking to learn more about
tech policy?
Visit the Tech Policy @ Sanford initiative at Duke’s School of Public Policy
Our programs are specially designed by Duke experts and key industry partners, addresses the knowledge gap for CISOs, executives, and managers who might find it challenging to navigate the broader business needs of their role. Specifically tailored with consideration for US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) regulatory requirements, the course aims to equip CISOs, executives, and managers with the necessary insights to offer optimal cybersecurity advice and guidance to their organizations.
“It is a fantastic course specifically for nontechnical individuals. As an executive the materials that I learned are very important and will help me make better decisions.”
– 2022 Participant
“Every session had value and completed the mosaic needed to gain a full understanding of cybersecurity and the issues/challenges/benefits surrounding the topic.”
– 2022 Participant
“I learned new tools for cybersecurity and look forward to another course.”
– 2022 Participant
The cybersecurity world is constantly evolving with the development of new technologies. As the world grows, so do the threats to the cybersecurity space. Within Duke’s cyber community, students, faculty, and working practitioners collaborate to develop creative solutions to the cyber threats of tomorrow.
Interested in pursuing a graduate degree in cybersecurity?
Discover the Cybersecurity Master of Engineering program.
Looking to learn more about tech policy?
Visit the Tech Policy@Sanford initiattive at the School of Public Policy.
