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Board of Directors Cybersecurity Governance Program

Cybersecurity negligence can cost your company — and put your whole board at risk.

Level-set your board with essential cybersecurity training — meet fiduciary duties, reduce risk and insurance costs, and lead your organization with confidence.

Does your board understand cybersecurity requirements and global regulations?

  • Fiduciary Duty – 72% of boards report uncertainty about their legal responsibility in overseeing cybersecurity and regulatory compliance. Ignorance is no defense in the eyes of regulators.

  • Financial Exposure – Cyber incidents cost organizations an average of $4.45 million per breach, with regulatory fines adding millions more for non-compliance. 

  • Insurance Premiums & Coverage – Cyber insurance premiums have increased 50–100% without documented board-level cybersecurity oversight, and most insurers now require proof of board training. 

  • Regulatory Crackdowns & Lawsuits – Global regulators are holding boards personally liable, with investigations rising 35% annually — and lawsuits against directors for cybersecurity failures are becoming more common and costly.

  • Reputational & Operational Impact – 60% of small to mid-sized businesses go out of business within 6 months of a major cyberattack. 
To establish an effective cybersecurity defense, it's essential for board of directors and executives to have a level-set understanding of cybersecurity and build this mindset into the foundation of everything the company does.

Empower Your Board with Cybersecurity Expertise

Most board directors lack the cybersecurity training needed to fulfill their fiduciary duties and protect the organization from evolving cyber risks.

So we developed an eLearning program to provide busy board directors with the knowledge, tools, and confidence to effectively oversee cybersecurity, data privacy, and AI risks, strengthen governance, and safeguard organizational resilience.

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Clarus Tech Partners empowers board of directors with the real-world cybersecurity expertise they need to lead.

As trusted practitioners, our training is built exclusively for board directors — delivering actionable insights, clear language, and the essential knowledge boards need to understand to oversee cyber risk and protect organizational value.

Board of Directors Cybersecurity Governance Program Overview

    • Course Overview
      • High-impact courses cover essential cybersecurity & data privacy topics.
      • Designed for board directors to strengthen governance.
      • Covers fiduciary duties, risks management, compliance, insurance, and more.

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  • Your Commitment
    • Self-paced online program - complete on your schedule.
    • Each module takes approximately 45 minutes (total 4.5 hours).
    • Learn with videos, case studies, download materials & interactive exercises.
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  • Earn Your Certificate
    • Earn a Board of Directors Cybersecurity Governance Certificate.
    • Score 80%+ on exams to validate your expertise.
    • Enhance your LinkedIn profile & career credentials.

2024 Survey Results by Private Board Directors

Clarus Tech Partners surveyed the state of cybersecurity training among private company board members, examining training types, effectiveness, preferred formats, and regulatory awareness.

The results reveal a critical gap: while directors recognize the importance of cybersecurity, many lack specialized training and confidence in meeting their fiduciary duties — underscoring the need for practical, board-specific programs.

Provide your email to receive the executive summary report and gain valuable insights into how private company boards are approaching cybersecurity training—and where the gaps are in readiness and compliance. 
We hope you find this Survey Report helpful - drop us a note for any questions or feedback!
Benefits of Our Program

Flexible learning. Powerful results.

Designed for Board Directors

Unlike overly technical training, this program focuses on what board members need to know to effectively oversee enterprise cybersecurity and fulfill their responsibilities.

Insights from Industry Experts

Benefit from curated content developed with leading cybersecurity practitioners and governance experts tailored to boardroom needs.

Comprehensive Curriculum

Dive into six expertly crafted modules that cover fiduciary duties, regulatory compliance, incident response, and board oversight to strengthen your cybersecurity leadership and accountability.

Real-World Scenarios & Actionable Tools

Explore real-world examples and access ready-to-use checklists, oversight frameworks, and boardroom discussion guides that empower you to translate knowledge into decisive governance action.

How You Will Apply Your Learning

Fuel your growth.  Elevate your impact.

Enhanced
 Decision-Making

Equip yourself with the skills to make informed, strategic decisions about cybersecurity investments and risks.

Compliance Readiness


Stay aligned with evolving compliance regulations to avoid costly fines and reputational damage.

Resilient 
 Governance

Strengthen your organization’s ability to prevent, detect, and respond to cyber threats and reduce your insurance costs.
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Confidently Answer
Key Questions

By completing the Cybersecurity Governance for Board of Directors Program, you'll gain the confidence and knowledge to address these critical questions in your role as a board member or senior leader.

What is our organization’s current cybersecurity posture, and how does it align with our strategic objectives?

You’ll learn to evaluate cybersecurity frameworks and assess risk management strategies to ensure alignment with business goals.

How are we managing and mitigating the most pressing cybersecurity risks?

The program equips you with insights into proactive measures, such as security risk assessments, penetration testing and incident response planning.

Are we compliant with relevant data privacy regulations (e.g., GDPR, CCPA, HIPAA), and how do we monitor changes in regulatory requirements?

Understand how to navigate U.S. and international compliance standards to protect your organization from fines and legal penalties.

What is our approach to managing third-party and vendor risks, and how do we ensure accountability across our supply chain?

You’ll explore strategies to oversee vendor compliance and reduce exposure to vulnerabilities in third-party systems.

Do we have a robust incident response plan, and how often do we test it through tabletop exercises?

Learn how to implement and oversee incident response strategies that minimize downtime and financial loss during cyber incidents.

How are we staying ahead of emerging threats, such as AI, IoT, and cloud security challenges?

Understand emerging threats and leverage advanced threat detection tools, continuous monitoring, and industry-leading frameworks.

What Participants Say About Our Program

Linda Fonner
Global Finance Executive & Board Leader

Board Director, Sioux Steel Company & Trained Arrow

"Affirming my commitment to advanced oversight of cybersecurity, data privacy, and AI risks, this program provided practical insights on integrating cybersecurity into strategic oversight, managing cyber and data privacy risks, addressing emerging threats like AI, and guiding incident response and vendor risk strategies — all directly applicable to my board roles and advisory work. I highly recommend this program to any board leader seeking to strengthen their cybersecurity governance."

Maria Paula Calvo

International Banking, Financial Services & Insurance Executive 

Treasurer & Board Member-EMCC Spain, Board Member & Ethics Honor Committee Chair-Colegio Nacional de Consejeros Independientes A.C.

"The Clarus Board of Directors Cybersecurity Governance Program provided practical, board-level insights into cybersecurity, data privacy compliance, risk and AI governance. As a board director and finance professional with extensive experience in banking, insurance, and international financial services, this program expanded my view and understanding of actionable insights on integrating cybersecurity and data privacy into strategic oversight. The focus on emerging threats like AI, vendor and third-party risk management, incident response, and strategies to mitigate financial and reputational risks is directly applicable to my roles across all organizations I collaborate with. I encourage board leaders to take this program to enhance governance, align risk management with strategy, and safeguard organizational value."

Dr. Michael Apkon
Physician & Healthcare Executive

Board Director, Coverys & Homecare Hub

"The Clarus Board of Directors Cybersecurity Governance Program was a valuable and timely experience. It provided actionable insights into integrating cybersecurity and data privacy into governance, managing third-party and vendor risks, and understanding how AI both enables and challenges healthcare systems. These lessons are directly relevant to board service in the healthcare sector, where protecting sensitive data and ensuring operational continuity are vital to patient care and organizational performance."

Meet Your Program Instructors

Christine Baird
Founder & CEO Clarus Tech Partners

Christine Baird is a dynamic leader in cybersecurity and data privacy governance, delivering executive and board-level training that empowers organizations to navigate today’s digital threats. With over 25 years of international experience spanning the United States, Latin America, Asia, and Europe, she has successfully guided consulting projects for companies ranging from SMBs to Fortune 100 companies, such as AT&T, Oracle, Intuit, and SAIC.

At Clarus Tech Partners, Christine leads a team delivering best-practice compliance solutions and training, with a focus on highly regulated industries like finance, healthcare, manufacturing, and IT. She conducts cybersecurity workshops designed for executives and board members, equipping them with the actionable insights they need to know. Her forward-thinking approach, combined with knowledge in emerging technologies like data analytics, machine learning, and AI, makes her a trusted advisor in regulatory compliance and cyber risk management.

Debra
State-of-the-Art AI Learning Facilitator

Debra is designed to guide you through cybersecurity topics with clarity and precision, helping you gain actionable insights to strengthen your governance and leadership. Powered by AI technology, Debra seamlessly delivers the cybersecurity governance program, providing intuitive, data-driven guidance to enhance decision-making. 

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