Cloud Security for Leaders Certificate Program
The increasing use of and dependence on Operational Technology (OT) requires that leaders understand the risk associated with this technology and how to mitigate regulatory and operational risk to their organizations. The Duke Industrial Security for Leaders Certificate program will provide an introduction to Operational Technology and threats and vulnerabilities that may facilitate malicious targeting of industrial systems. Leaders will gain an understanding of regulatory frameworks and standards and of regulatory requirements that can be implemented to protect this critical technology. On completion of the certificate program, leaders will have a firm grasp on threats, risks, mitigation and governance and oversight of OT.
2026 Program Details:
- Program Dates: May 29 – 30, 2026
- Registration Rate: $3,000
- Registration Deadline: May 1
- Delivery: In-Person
(Virtual option available)
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Learning Objectives
By the end of this intensive two-day program, participants will learn:
Cloud Architecture & Risk Awareness
- Describe foundational components of cloud infrastructure and their implications for organizational security
- Identify common vulnerabilities in cloud environments and assess their potential impact on operational continuity
Governance, Oversight & Regulatory Compliance
- Interpret key regulatory frameworks relevant to cloud security (e.g., NIST, ISO, GDPR) and apply them to organizational contexts
- Develop governance protocols that align with industry standards and support executive oversight of cloud systems.
Risk Mitigation & Strategic Decision-Making
- Evaluate cloud-related risks—including regulatory, operational, and reputational—and formulate mitigation strategies
- Strengthen organizational resilience by integrating cloud security considerations into strategic planning and budgeting
Leadership & Communication
- Articulate the role of executive leadership in cloud security, including board-level responsibilities and cross-functional collaboration
- Communicate effectively with CISOs, technical teams, and external stakeholders to support informed decision-making and accountability
Operational Technology (OT) Integration
- Recognize the intersection of cloud infrastructure and Operational Technology (OT), including emerging threats to industrial systems from the cloud environment
- Apply governance and security principles to protect OT assets and ensure compliance with evolving regulatory requirements
How to Enroll
Step 1: Register
Fill out the form below and complete the program payment. Note: You will need to submit the payment in order for your registration to be finalized.
Step 2: Prepare
Once you complete your registration, you will receive an email from ExecEd_Pratt@duke.edu with key program and logistics information.
Step 3: Travel
Arrange for your accommodations and travel to Durham, NC for the program. There are many hotels around Duke University, click here for some hotel recommendations.
Program Director
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. Art has held cybersecurity leadership roles at USAA, Northrop Grumman Corporation and Cisco Systems. Art has worked with governments and law enforcement in the U.S. and overseas on cybersecurity cases, frequently giving expert testimony in federal, military, and state courts on digital forensics and cybercrime matters. For nearly two decades he has served as a lecturer for the U.S. State Department’s Anti-Terrorism Assistance Cyber Training Program, and he previously also worked as a supervisory special agent with the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and a special agent for the U.S. Air Force Office of Special Investigations. Art has been retained as a cyber expert on prominent data breaches to include Sony Pictures, Target, Anthem, Equifax, Marriott and Capital One.
Have Questions?
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