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Diploma in Cybersecurity Management and Strategy

Start date:

08.04.2026
Duration: 75 hours - Wednesdays from 6:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Modality: Online

Are you ready to lead cybersecurity in high-exposure contexts and critical decisions?

The Diploma in Cybersecurity Management and Strategy trains high-level professionals to lead digital security from a strategic and comprehensive perspective. Designed by experts with extensive experience in the sector, the program develops skills in leadership, risk management, and decision-making in complex digital environments, addressing key challenges such as protecting critical infrastructure, managing incidents, and aligning cybersecurity with business objectives.

With a pilot plant practical approach and a faculty comprised of CISOs and industry leaders, The diploma program is establishing itself as a leading academic offering for those seeking assume strategic leadership roles and guide the safe evolution of organizations in a digital environment increasingly demanding.

You will:

  • To train strategic leaders in cybersecurity capable of aligning digital security with business objectives.
  • Understand the main trends, threats, and technologies that impact current cybersecurity.
  • Strengthening cyber risk management and decision-making in complex digital environments.
  • Design and implement comprehensive and effective cybersecurity programs.
  • Develop leadership, communication and high-performance team management skills.
  • Incorporate practical tools and methodologies for incident prevention, detection, and response.
  • Promote an organizational culture focused on information security.
  • Prepare participants to assume senior leadership roles, such as CISO.

 

Why study at Austral?

  • Study at #1Austral is a leader in private management. #1 in Argentina and #3 globally. 
  • Train with those who know and are leaders in the market: teachers with real experience in the industry.
  • You apply everything you see.: practical and action-oriented approach.
  • Connect with those who doJoin a network of professionals from different sectors.
  • Designed for the future: with a focus on innovation.
  • Add more tools without paying extra: access free certified courses on Coursera.

Academic Body

Pedro Adamovic

Pedro Adamovic

CISO of Banco Galicia

Computer Systems Engineer.
It has more than 25 years of experience in cybersecurity and more than 17 years serving as CISO and CSO in public and private sector organizations in Argentina.

He was CISO of Banco Itaú and CSO of Nación Servicios, leading cybersecurity, physical security, and business continuity teams. He is currently CISO of Banco Galicia and Co-Director of the Cybersecurity Studies Center of the Universidad AustralHe holds postgraduate degrees in Information Security Management, Business and Technology, and has a solid track record in management. He has been an international speaker and has received numerous awards, including the prize “CISO of the Year” (CIONET, 2023)), the “Cybersecurity Leadership Award” (2022) and international awards for its leadership and innovation in cybersecurity.

Daniel Monastersky

Co-founder and Director at Data Governance LATAM

Lawyer specializing in cybersecurity, computer crimes and personal data protection.

He is the Director of the Center for Research and Studies in Cybersecurity and Data Protection of the Universidad Austral He leads the Business Development area at Data Governance Latam, where he serves as Co-founder and Director. He holds postgraduate degrees in digital law, cybercrime, and data protection from universities in Spain, and an Executive Certificate in Cybersecurity Management and Strategies from Florida International University (FIU).

He has been a member of the Advisory Board of the Global Forum on Cyber ​​Expertise (OAS and Council of Europe) and was Co-Director of the Center for Studies in Cybersecurity and Data Protection at the University of CEMAHe is an author and co-editor of specialized publications, a Certified Data Protection Officer, a member of renowned international privacy and cybersecurity organizations, and a regional expert in the field. He also hosts the HumanOS digital outreach podcast for Infobae.

Additional Information

Synchronous virtual Wednesday of 18.30 to 21 hs.

To professionals with experience in cybersecurity or related IT areas, seeking to advance towards strategic leadership roles: 

  1. Information security specialists who want to broaden their strategic vision. 
  2. IT managers with a focus on security, aspiring to executive-level positions. 
  3. Cybersecurity consultants seeking to deepen their knowledge in management and strategy. 
  4. Technology risk management professionals who want to specialize in cybersecurity. 
  5. Systems or network engineers with experience, geared towards leadership roles in security. 
  6. Senior security analysts seeking advancement to management positions. 
  7. IT compliance professionals interested in strategic aspects of cybersecurity. 
  8. Mid-level executives in IT or security areas looking to enhance their leadership skills. 
  9. Professionals from various industries with solid experience in information security. 
  10. Candidates for future CISOs or information security directors. 

Program contents 

Module 1: Cybersecurity and its Trends 

– General Concepts
– Trends
– Government, Norms and Regulations 

Module 2 – Information Security Governance and Leadership 

– The Role of the CISO and its evolution
– The importance of awareness
– Strategic and Tactical Planning
– Management and Technical Indicators
– Neuroleadership
– How to communicate with the BOARD
– Media Training 

Module 3 – Cybersecurity Operations and Risk Management 

– Prevention Strategies
– Risk Management
– Detection and Response Strategies
– Cyber ​​incidents
– Role-playing exercises 

Module 4 – Computer Forensics 

– Introduction to Forensic Practice
– Digital Research Phases
– Computer Forensics 

Module 5 – Intelligence, Espionage and Social Engineering 

– Intelligence Techniques
– Social Engineering Techniques
– Research Methodologies
– Malware and its compromise methods 

Module 6 – Paradigm of Offensive Security and Secure Development 

– Hackers in captivity (Profiling and Leadership of Hackers in the Corporation)
– Red Teaming (Methodology and Offensive Strategy)
– Introduction to Offensive Security
– Offensive Security Out of the Box (Logic and Design Vulnerabilities)
– Making Things Happen: Management, Mitigation and Remediation of Findings
– Secure Development (web, mobile, APIs) 

Module 7 – Master Lectures 

– Cloud Security
– Blockchain
– OT network security
– Artificial Intelligence and its relationship with Cybercrime
– Economics for CISOs 

  • Ardita, Julio: Bachelor's degree in Systems, Master's degree in Telecommunications Management at UPM.
  • Azzolin, Horacio: Systems Engineer and Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), also has postgraduate studies in Cryptography and Telecommunications Engineering.
  • Bendersky, Denise: Bachelor's and PhD in Physics with experience in systems areas, currently working on Research and Development projects. 
  • Borghello, Cristian: Graduated from UTN in Systems. With more than 20 years of experience in Information Security.
  • Caracciolo, Claudio: Head of Innovation and Talent at the CCI, Industrial Cybersecurity Center. For over 7 years he was Chief Security Ambassador for the Spanish company ElevenPaths.
  • Colombo, Nicolás: Mr. en Administration. Product Data Manager & Analytics at Banco Galicia.
  • Gil, Andrés: Systems Engineer, UTN. Master Degrees in Business Administration, IDEA. Certified in CISSP and COBIT 5 Fundamentals. Partner at Deloitte Argentina.
  • Goldfarb, Dario: CISSP Engineer, CCSK, AWS Security, SA Pro, Principal Security Solutions Architect in AWS LATAM.
  • Judzik, Adrian: He has been working for 30 years in the design, implementation, auditing and risk analysis in Cybersecurity.  
  • Martins, Luciano: Director of the Threat Intelligence & Analysis area at Deloitte and founder of the Vulnerability Assessment area.
  • Misto Macias, Mara: Bachelor of Science in Computer Science, University of Buenos Aires. Specialist in Cryptography and Teleinformatics Security of the Army University. 
  • Nicolao, Gabriela: Information systems engineer from UTN and Specialist in Cryptography and Teleinformatics Security from the Army University.
  • O'Higgins, Jorge: Systems Engineer and Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP).
  • Ogawa, Gustavo: Specialized in offensive security with more 10 years of experience. Head of Security en Honest Day's Work. 
  • Piscitelli, Emiliano: Specialist in OSINT, Social Engineering and awareness. CEO and Founder de BeyGoo. 
  • Segulin, Mariana: Bachelor's degree in Journalism and diploma in Cybersecurity Management and Strategy.
  • Sorondo, Gustavo: Computer Engineer and postgraduate degree in Information Security. CTO of Infinite Tape.
  • Velázquez, Andrés: Engineer in Cybernetics and Computer Systems at the University of La Salle in Mexico City and Master in Information Security. 
  • Villadiego, Ricardo: Founder & CEO of Lumu Technologies. Entrepreneur and investor in Cybersecurity. Board Member of Fluid Attacks.

 

 

  • Possess a tertiary or university degree in careers that have mathematics and programming in their curriculum (not exclusive).  
  • Provide proof of professional experience.
  • Reading material in English (not exclusive). 

The Faculty of Engineering of the Universidad Austral They will issue the Academic Certificate of approval of the "Diploma in Cybersecurity Management and Strategy" to those who comply with the promotion regime.

DISCOUNTS AND BENEFITS

  • UA undergraduate graduates:
    • 25% off all UA postgraduate academic offerings (master's degrees, diplomas and programs).
    • 20% off master's degrees IAE and 10% in targeted programs of IAE.
  • UA Postgraduate Graduates:
    • 20% on the academic offer of UA diplomas and programs.
  • Former students (non-graduates):
    • 15% on the academic offer of UA diplomas and programs.

 Important: Discounts are not cumulative and are subject to availability.

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