Training on Cybersecurity & Digital Risk in Procurement
Strengthen procurement resilience with cybersecurity and digital risk management best practices.
Next intake
20 Jul 2026 · Dakar
Duration
5 days
Live instruction
Delivery
Physical + Virtual
Cohort based
Level
Intermediate
Working professionals
Certification
NITA reimbursable
For Kenyan cohorts
Language
English
All materials
About this programme
This course equips procurement and supply chain professionals with the knowledge required to identify, assess, and manage cybersecurity and digital risks across procurement processes and supplier ecosystems. Participants gain a structured understanding of cyber threats, third-party risk, data protection, digital procurement systems, and governance controls. The course supports secure, resilient, and compliant procurement operations in increasingly digital and interconnected environments.
Duration
5 Days
Who Should Attend:
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Procurement and supply chain professionals
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Vendor and third-party risk managers
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IT, cybersecurity, and information security teams
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Internal auditors and risk management professionals
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Compliance and data protection officers
What you'll walk away with
By the end of the course, participants will be able to:
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Understand cybersecurity risks in digital procurement environments
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Identify and assess supplier and third-party cyber risks
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Strengthen controls across digital procurement systems
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Support secure supplier onboarding and data sharing
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Contribute to effective cyber risk governance in procurement
What we cover, module by module
Module 1: Cybersecurity Fundamentals for Procurement
- Cyber threat landscape and terminology
- Why procurement is a cyber risk entry point
- Data types handled in procurement systems
- Case Study: Supplier breach impacting procurement systems
- Practical: Mapping cyber risks across procurement processes
Module 2: Digital Procurement Systems & Cyber Risks
- ERP, e-procurement, and Source-to-Pay platforms
- System access controls and segregation of duties
- Common vulnerabilities in procurement technologies
- Case Study: Compromised e-procurement platform
- Practical: Assessing system control gaps
Module 3: Third-Party & Supplier Cyber Risk Management
- Third-party risk assessment frameworks
- Due diligence and supplier cybersecurity requirements
- Continuous monitoring of supplier cyber posture
- Case Study: Vendor cyber incident affecting operations
- Practical: Designing a supplier cyber risk assessment checklist
Module 4: Data Protection, Compliance & Incident Response
- Data privacy and protection obligations
- Managing cyber incidents and breaches
- Communication and escalation protocols
- Case Study: Data breach response failures
- Practical: Developing a procurement-focused incident response plan
Module 5: Governance, Controls & Resilience
- Cyber risk governance roles and responsibilities
- Policies, controls, and audit considerations
- Building cyber resilience in procurement
- Case Study: Governance gaps leading to cyber exposure
- Practical: Creating a cybersecurity governance framework for procurement
Where the change lands
Personal Impact:
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Improved awareness of cyber and digital risks
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Stronger risk identification and control skills
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Increased confidence in engaging with IT and security teams
Organizational Impact:
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Reduced exposure to cyber threats and data breaches
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Stronger supplier and third-party risk management
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More resilient and secure procurement operations
Dates and locations
Upcoming intakes
Every intake is limited to a small cohort. Booking closes when a date fills or three weeks before the start, whichever comes first.
| City | Starts | Ends | Delivery | Book |
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DakarNext | 20 Jul 2026 | 24 Jul 2026 | In-Person | Book |
Johannesburg | 20 Jul 2026 | 24 Jul 2026 | In-Person | Book |
Dar es Salaam | 20 Jul 2026 | 24 Jul 2026 | In-Person | Book |
Nakuru | 20 Jul 2026 | 24 Jul 2026 | In-Person | Book |
Pretoria | 27 Jul 2026 | 31 Jul 2026 | In-Person | Book |
Kisumu | 27 Jul 2026 | 31 Jul 2026 | In-Person | Book |
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