Become a Certified Cyber Crisis Management Professional (CCMP)
CCMP is a practical certification by FCRF in collaboration with CERT-In, designed to equip professionals with the skills and frameworks needed to prepare for, respond to, and recover from cyber crises. The program is aligned with India’s Cyber Crisis Management Plan (CCMP) and global best practices in incident response, resilience, and crisis communication.
Already, hundreds of senior civil servants, defence cybersecurity experts, industry leaders, risk management professionals, and students have been certified, establishing CCMP as one of India’s most trusted programs in cyber crisis readiness.
Expert-Led Recorded Sessions
Gain access to 18+ hours of recorded content delivered by 15 top experts from across domains, including defence cybersecurity, critical infrastructure, industry, and law enforcement—along with specialized expertise from CERT-In. Learn at your own pace while benefiting from insights that have shaped national cyber crisis policies and practices.
Cyber Crisis Landscape
A dedicated track to help you explore incident response, ransomware outbreaks, AI-driven threat detection, forensics, simulations, and national-level crisis drills. Understand how enterprises and critical sectors can withstand and recover from high-impact cyberattacks.
Career-Defining Certification
Your pathway to becoming a leader in Incident Response and Cyber Crisis Management—equipping you with operational and strategic skills trusted by government, defence, and industry.
15 Speakers
Across Domains & CERT-In Experts
18+ Hours
Recorded Content Provided
16 Modules
Comprehensive Curriculum
Snapshots from Our CCMP Program with CERT-In
Organised in collaboration with CERT-In, FCRF’s Certified Cyber Crisis Management Professional (CCMP) program was attended by over 500 top officials from civil services, defence, cybersecurity, and regulatory bodies. These glimpses capture our commitment to high-impact, nationally recognised training.
India Needs Cyber Crisis Leaders - Will You Be One?
✅ Cyber breaches now cost an average of $4.4M globally — faster response saves millions (IBM 2025).
✅ 64% of Indian firms hit by ransomware last year; most required govt. coordination (Sophos 2024).
✅ CERT-In mandates 6-hour reporting of incidents — CCMP prepares you to comply.
✅ Global cyber workforce gap of 4M+ professionals — demand for crisis leaders has never been higher.
✅ Ideal for CISOs, risk managers & defence leaders to cut breach costs, reduce response times, and prove board-level resilience.
Discover Why CCMP is The Perfect Starting Point
A beginner-friendly, expert-crafted program by FCRF — India’s premier cybersecurity & risk
management think tank — in collaboration with CERT-In experts, designed to build future-ready
cyber crisis leaders.
- 20+ essential crisis-handling concepts in real-world simulated breach environments
- Learn advanced domains like forensics, threat intel, and SOC ops — guided by 15 top speakers including CERT-In specialists.
- Crisis Response Foundations to help you take your first step as a certified cyber crisis responder.
- Prepare to tackle both offensive and defensive scenarios during cyber emergency simulations.
- 100+ practical demonstrations of high-risk threats, exploit analysis, and response strategies.
- Now is the best time to be a Certified Cyber Crisis Management Professional (CCMP).
Who Can Join The CCMP Program?
Open to professionals, learners, and leaders across IT, legal, governance, and compliance domains—especially those preparing for roles in data protection, privacy, and regulatory functions.
Course Module
Comprehensive modules covering essential concepts, practical skills, and real-world case studies for effective cyber defense.
Concept of Crisis Management Plan
- Introduction and Scope of Cyber Crisis Planning
- Importance of formal incident management planning
Nature of Cyber Crisis and Contingencies
- Cyber security event,
- Incident and crisis
- Event Cyber Security
- Incident Cyber Security Crisis
- Types of Cyber Security Incidents
- Nature of contingencies & cascading effects
Understanding Crisis Impact & Targets
- Cyber crisis types, possible targets, economic &
- Organizational security implications
- Case studies from India & international breaches
Organisational Cyber Crisis Scenarios
- What constitutes an organisational crisis
- CISO, Board, CERT-In, NCIIPC crisis escalation framework
- National coordination protocols
Advanced Persistent Threats & Targeted Attacks
- Covert threats, APT life cycle
- Attack Modalities: Phishing, Water-holing, Zero-Day
- Client-Side Attacks: Exploits, Drive-by downloads
- Protection strategies against APTs
Botnets and Emerging Threats
- Scope of Botnet Threat
- Fighting botnets:
- DNS sinkholing, takedown measures
- Hacktivism, Exploit Kits, Fake Anti-virus
Social Engineering & ICS Attacks
Social Engineering through Social Media Platforms
ICS Vulnerabilities, Attacks & SCADA System Disruptions
Malware Targeting ICS Networks & Its Real-World Consequences
Real-Life Ransomware Incidents in Government and Private Sectors
Endpoint Threats & Website Intrusions
Mobile Botnets and Web Shells
Endpoint Security and Protection of Critical Information Infrastructure (CII)
Website Exploitation Techniques and Mitigation Strategies
Multi-Platform & Cloud-Based Threats
- Multi-platform Attacks (Windows, Linux, Android)
- Cloud Computing Threats & Infrastructure Hijack
Building Cyber Resilience through Advanced GRC Platform
Cyber Resilience Concepts
Business Continuity Planning and Disaster Recovery (BCP & DR)
Core Resilience Principles: Redundancy, Recovery, and Response
Key Resilience Elements: People, Processes, and Technology
Preventive Strategies and Tabletop Cyber Crisis Exercises
Incident Prevention & Security Frameworks
Threat Prediction and Vulnerability Assessments
SOC/SOAR, Threat Intelligence Platforms, and Dark Web Monitoring
DFIR Expert Deployment in Incident Management
ISMS Framework and ISO 27001
Best Practices & Compliance
Security Audits and Compliance (IT Act 2001, DPDP Act 2023, GDPR, NIST)
Cyber Crime Legal Provisions in Various Indian Laws
Sector-Specific Regulations by RBI, SEBI, IRDA, NCIIPC, CERT-In
Internal Controls and Vendor Risk Management
Key Learnings from Real Cyber Crisis Incidents in India
Institutional Crisis Response Roles
Organisational DFIR Team
Ministry-Specific Responsibilities (MHA, MeitY, NDMA, DoT, MOD, etc.)
Roles of NCIIPC, CERT-In, NCSC, and Law Enforcement Agencies (LEAs)
Sectoral CERTs, NCCC, and Fin-CERT
Crisis Management Lifecycle & Tabletop Exercises
Lifecycle Stages: Prevention, Detection, Response, Recovery
SOC, SOAR, Red Teaming & Blue Teaming Concepts
Roles of Crisis Management Group (CIO, CISO & CERT)
Tabletop Exercise Walkthrough
Post-Incident Management
Communication and Media Management
DFIR Team Responsibilities
Control Room Protocols and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
Reporting Procedures and After-Action Reviews
Toolkit, Mock Drill & Evaluation
CERT-In Reporting Formats
Cyber Crisis Response Toolkits Overview
Mock Drill on Critical Infrastructure Scenario
Certification Test and Feedback
FCRF's Pioneering Role In Ensuring A Cyber-Safe India
Future Crime Research Foundation (FCRF) is an IIT Kanpur’s AIIIDE–CoE incubated start-up (Non-Profit NGO) specializing in research in Cyber Security, Digital Crime, Fraud Risk Management, Cyber Laws, and Cyber Forensics. FCRF is also the host of India’s largest conference on tech-enabled crime and cyber threats, the FutureCrime Summit. It is registered under Section 8 of the Companies Act, 2013, and Sections 12A and 80G of the Income Tax Act, 1961. FCRF strives to make India future-ready by increasing digital awareness and building an ecosystem for a cyber-safe India.
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What Our Learners Say About Us
From senior officers to first-time professionals, our participants consistently praise the real-world relevance, expert-led delivery, and practical focus of our programs.
Group Enrollments & Institutional Payments
We offer exclusive group discounts for departments, organisations, and corporate teams. Participants can also be manually enrolled on behalf of their organisation, with a consolidated invoice issued for institutional payment.
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Find answers to common questions below. For more queries, contact: research@futurecrime.org
What is the total duration of the course?
The course runs for 4 weeks, with live sessions every Saturday and Sunday from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM IST.
Will this be live or pre-recorded?
The course is conducted live by expert instructors, with recordings made available after each session for revision and convenience.
I made the payment but didn’t receive any email
If you’ve made the payment but haven’t received confirmation, please check your spam folder. If not found, email us at research@futurecrime.org with your payment details.
Are the sessions interactive? Can I ask questions?
Absolutely. All sessions are live and interactive, and learners are encouraged to ask questions during and after class.
Is a refund available after payment and registration?
Kindly go through the syllabus and curriculum of the course carefully. No refund is possible once the payment is made. Though, we highly recommend all to enroll in this program.
Will I get lifetime access to course content?
You’ll receive lifetime access to session recordings, downloadable resources, and reading materials provided during the course.
Will I be added to a WhatsApp or Telegram group?
Yes, you’ll be added to the official CDPO WhatsApp group for updates, resources, and peer discussions. We’ll send the invite link via email and WhatsApp after registration.
If you don’t receive it, feel free to reach out at research@futurecrime.org.
Should I use my laptop, tablet, or phone to access this course?
While the course is accessible on all devices, we recommend using a laptop for the best learning experience—especially for live sessions, practical labs, and assignments.
However, you can also download the FCRF Academy app from the Google Play Store and log in with your credentials to access sessions on your phone or tablet. The FCRF Academy app for iOS (App Store) will be live by mid-October.
Is there a test for certification?
Yes. A test will be conducted after you have completed all the video sessions. Scoring at least 50% is mandatory to receive the Certified Data Protection Officer (CDPO) certification.
Do I have to pay for another attempt if I fail the exam?
No. Unlimited reattempts are allowed at zero additional cost, ensuring every learner has the opportunity to successfully complete the certification.
How long is the certification valid?
The Certified Data Protection Officer (CDPO) certification is valid for 3 years. After this period, you will need to re-enroll in the program and successfully reattempt the test to renew your certification.