Criminal Negotiation and Ransomware Negotiation Workshop
Course Information
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Overview
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Learning Outcomes
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Who Should Attend
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Testimonials
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Trainer's Profile
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Course Outline
This intensive 2-day workshop is designed to equip participants with the essential skills and strategies needed to effectively negotiate with threat actors, specifically in the context of criminal and ransomware situations. The course provides a comprehensive understanding of the negotiation process, emphasizing the importance of minimizing damage to the client's organization and achieving the best possible outcomes. By staying informed about emerging cyber threats, participants will be able to guide their companies in mitigating risks and navigating complex ransomware scenarios.
By the end of this 2-day workshop, participants will be equipped with the knowledge and tools necessary to navigate the complex and high-stakes world of criminal and ransomware negotiations. You will be prepared to minimize damage and secure the best possible outcomes for your clients and organizations.
- Understand the fundamentals of criminal negotiation and ransomware negotiation.
- Develop effective communication strategies for engaging with threat actors.
- Learn to assess and respond to ransomware demands.
- Gain insights into emerging cyber threats and how to stay ahead of them.
- Implement proven negotiation techniques to achieve the best-case outcomes for clients.
- Learn the intricacies of threat actor engagement.
- Discern their role in a ransomware negotiation.
- Master a tailored ransomware negotiation strategy
Benefits of Attending:
- Gain practical skills to handle ransomware negotiations effectively.
- Enhance your ability to protect your organization's assets and reputation.
- Stay informed about the latest trends and threats in the cybersecurity landscape.
- Network with peers and industry experts.
Learning Methodology:
The workshop will be delivered through a combination of interactive lectures, real-world case studies, role-playing exercises, and group discussions. Participants will have the opportunity to practice negotiation techniques.
This course is perfect for:
- IT and cybersecurity professionals
- Risk management and compliance officers
- Business continuity planners
- Legal and corporate counsel
- Senior management and decision-makers
Methodology:
The workshop will be delivered through a combination of interactive lectures, real-world case studies, role-playing exercises, and group discussions. Participants will have the opportunity to practice negotiation techniques.
"He is deeply passionate about learning and his students, and always gives his best - aside from bespoke training materials, he makes an effort to personally interact with each of his students, and cater to their learning needs. "
"As a trainer, Yen Thaw has taken the additional step of delivering the content in a clear and concise way by using his own slides. His legal training and being a management consultant equipped him with the ability to explain complex concepts and topics clearly. His professionalism will help individuals and organisations greatly. Thank you for your passion in doing what you are doing."
"YT is a very interactive and funny trainer. He made the modules very interesting and his slides were very useful to our day to day usage. He is also very patient in answering all our questions. Definitely will recommend anyone to attend his class."
Yang Yen Thaw adopts a multi-disciplinary practice, in his work areas as a practitioner, consultant, and a teacher. The approach has enabled him to see a macro-perspective connecting various business areas. To this end, he has studied and been certified as AAE (Associate Adult Educator), ACLP+ACTA certified adult trainer, corporate lawyer, registered management consultant (RMC), and in several technical disciplines. He has held senior management and executive positions in management and law in listed as well as private limited companies with businesses spanning Australia, China, France, India, Japan, Malaysia, New Zealand, Singapore, Thailand, UK, USA, and most Southeast Asian countries. He has also run his own law firm for 12 years adding to his experience.
Yen Thaw has trained over 3000 adults in the past 3 years and has had much experience in dealing with ground staff all the way to the CEO and board of directors. Having to present a wide variety of sectors and industries before various entities (such as government authorities, companies, CXOs, judges, mediators, arbitrators, police, etc.), his diverse experience in business knowledge, skills, and engagement has given him a holistic and deep training arsenal to quickly learn, contextualize and present it to various settings and different levels.
Day 1: Understanding Criminal Negotiation
Session 1: Introduction to Criminal Negotiation
- Overview of criminal negotiation
- Key principles and ethics in high-stakes negotiation
- Understanding the roles of a negotiator
Session 2: Communication Skills in Negotiation
- Techniques for effective communication under pressure
- Listening skills and their importance in negotiation
- Exercise: Role-playing to practice active listening and communication
Session 3: Psychological Aspects
- Psychological tactics used by criminals
- Managing stress and emotions during negotiations
- Case Study: Analysis of a past criminal negotiation incident
Session 4: Legal Framework and Law Enforcement Collaboration
- Understanding Singapore’s legal framework regarding criminal negotiation
- Working with law enforcement: protocols and procedures
Day 2: Ransomware Negotiation
Session 1: Introduction to Ransomware
- What is ransomware and how it works
- Overview of recent ransomware attacks in Singapore and globally
- Impact of ransomware on businesses and governments
Session 2: Preparing for Ransomware Attacks
- Proactive measures to prevent ransomware
- Developing an incident response plan
- Simulation: Drafting an incident response strategy
Session 3: Negotiating with Cybercriminals
- Deciding whether to negotiate or not
- Strategies for negotiating with cybercriminals
- Ethical and legal considerations in ransom payments
Session 4: Case Studies and Simulation Exercise
- Detailed analysis of successful and failed ransomware negotiations
- Group exercise: Participants negotiate in a simulated ransomware crisis
- Debrief and lessons learned