Tasks and Duties
Task Objective
Your primary objective for Week 1 is to develop a comprehensive cyber security strategy that aligns with the critical needs of E-Governance & Digital Services. You are required to create a detailed plan focusing on risk assessment, threat identification, and prevention measures. Your strategy should cover key elements such as resource allocation, identification of vulnerabilities in digital infrastructures, and the design of policies that outline proactive measures for mitigating future risks.
Expected Deliverables
- A DOC file containing your detailed strategy report
- A section dedicated to introductory context, strategy framework, and long-term security goals
- Detailed risk assessment methodologies with clear rationales
Key Steps
- Research various public frameworks and guidelines on cyber security in the public sector.
- Draft an introduction that outlines the importance of cyber security in digital governance.
- Develop a risk assessment matrix identifying potential threats, vulnerabilities, and impact analysis.
- Outline procedures for continuous monitoring and improvement.
- Conclude with recommendations and guidelines for strategic implementation.
Evaluation Criteria
Your submission will be evaluated based on its clarity, completeness, and originality. The strategy should logically detail every step from threat assessment to final recommendations, supported by independent research and analysis. Attention to structure, nomenclature, and the use of best practices in cyber security is essential. The final DOC file must be well-organized, use clear headings, and demonstrate a strategic approach by addressing each component thoroughly. This task should require approximately 30 to 35 hours of work, including research, drafting, and final document formatting.
Task Objective
The focus for Week 2 is on the execution and implementation of a cyber security control framework tailored for the digital services sector. You are expected to draft a practical implementation plan that outlines specific steps to deploy security measures effectively, integrating both technology and process improvements. This week, your emphasis should be on creating actionable and measurable steps to enhance security protocols within e-governance applications.
Expected Deliverables
- A DOC file containing the detailed execution plan
- A breakdown of tasks, timelines, and responsibilities
- Technical recommendations and process flow diagrams
Key Steps
- Analyze publicly available cyber security frameworks and best practices.
- Detail each phase of the implementation plan, including preparatory steps, execution, and post-implementation review.
- Create flowcharts or diagrams to depict the process
- Suggest benchmarks for evaluating the effectiveness of the controls once implemented.
- Ensure your plan includes measures for immediate detection and response to security incidents.
Evaluation Criteria
Your DOC file will be reviewed for its depth of analysis, logical step-by-step execution plan, and clarity in presentation. It is important that the plan is not only implementable but also measurable in terms of performance outcomes. Each key step should be elaborated with sufficient detail that demonstrates an understanding of the challenges and complexities in deploying cyber security measures within the context of digital government services. Professionalism in document formatting, clarity in technical explanation, and a strategic approach to risk mitigation are essential.
Task Objective
In Week 3, your goal is to perform a simulated security audit and risk evaluation for e-Governance digital services. This task is designed to evaluate your analytical skills in identifying vulnerabilities, assessing the effectiveness of current security measures, and proposing remediation steps. The simulated audit must reflect a depth of understanding regarding regulatory frameworks and practical challenges in ensuring secure digital interactions.
Expected Deliverables
- A single DOC file that includes your security audit report
- List of potential vulnerabilities, risk levels, and corresponding recommendations
- Supporting sections that detail audit methodology, evidence of evaluation, and remediation strategies
Key Steps
- Outline the scope of your audit, specifying which components of a hypothetical e-governance platform are being examined.
- Develop an audit checklist using researched and publicly available standards.
- Identify common vulnerabilities within the digital infrastructure and detail the methods to assess them.
- Propose specific remediation strategies along with prioritization based on risk impact.
- Conclude with an overall assessment and suggested continuous improvement measures.
Evaluation Criteria
Your submission will be evaluated based on logical structuring, comprehensive risk analysis, and a robust remediation framework. The document should reflect a clear understanding of audit methodologies and be written in a professional language suitable for both technical and managerial audiences. Emphasis will be on clarity, practicality, and depth of analysis. The simulated audit report must account for approximately 30 to 35 hours of thorough analysis, ensuring that each recommendation is substantiated with research and logical reasoning.
Task Objective
For Week 4, the focus shifts to detailed documentation and reporting of cyber security incidents within the framework of E-Governance & Digital Services. This task requires you to prepare a comprehensive incident response report. You will be expected to simulate a scenario where a cyber security breach has occurred and detail the incident response, investigation process, and recovery measures. The objective is to showcase your capability in handling incident management while ensuring transparency and adherence to standard protocols.
Expected Deliverables
- A DOC file containing your detailed incident response report
- A chronology of the simulated incident
- A description of investigation methodology, response strategies, and recovery plans
- Recommendations for future prevention based on the incident analysis
Key Steps
- Draft an incident timeline, starting from detection to resolution.
- Describe the investigation process, including the roles and responsibilities for each step.
- Outline recovery measures and the strategy to restore normal services.
- Include a section for post-incident analysis that addresses lessons learned and improvement strategies.
- Reference publicly available guidelines on incident management and reporting.
Evaluation Criteria
Your incident response report must exhibit comprehensive analysis, methodical incident documentation, and practical recovery measures. The report will be assessed on its clarity, analytical depth, and logical sequencing. It should reflect an understanding of industry-standard incident management protocols and provide actionable insights for preventing future breaches. The task requires significant independent research and careful structuring of the report, ensuring that all steps are clearly documented in a professional and accessible format. Your DOC file should be complete, detailed, and align well with the structure and depth expected for handling real-life cyber security incidents.