Insights from the Upcoming Common Criteria Training Sessions

As the digital landscape continues to evolve, the importance of robust security
evaluations cannot be overstated. Organisations and evaluators alike must stay
ahead of the curve, ensuring that systems and products meet stringent security
standards. In this context, the upcoming training sessions on Common Criteria
evaluation and review methodology promise to be both invaluable and enriching
for professionals in the field.

A Two-Day Exploration into Common Criteria

The training is divided into two comprehensive sessions, each designed to delve deep into critical areas of security evaluation methodology. Here's what participants can look forward to:

Day 1: Analysis of a CC Report

Scheduled for June 17, 2025, from 09:00 to 13:00 (CET), the first day focuses on the analysis of Common Criteria (CC) evaluation reports. The session aims to provide participants with the knowledge required to navigate the CC evaluation and review methodology effectively.

Attendees will work with a CC evaluation report, gaining insights into how evaluators build results, how these can be reproduced, and how reviewers can verify their legitimacy against specific CC requirements. This hands-on approach ensures that attendees develop a clear understanding of the intricacies involved in CC evaluations.

Day 2: CEM Substantial & Security Target (ST) Creation for EUCC

The second session, scheduled for June 30, 2025, also from 09:00 to 13:00 (CET), shifts focus to the Evaluation Methodology (CEM) and Security Target (ST) creation for EUCC. This two-phased training is designed to equip participants with both theoretical and practical knowledge.

This session is particularly vital for vendors aiming to produce documents that align with evaluation standards.

Why This Training Matters

For professionals involved in security evaluations, these sessions serve as a gateway to mastering the nuances of Common Criteria. By engaging with real-world reports and focusing on document creation, participants will leave with enhanced capabilities to assess, verify, and produce evaluations that meet rigorous international standards.

Moreover, the collaborative nature of the training, involving both trainers and attendees, fosters an environment of shared learning and expertise. Attendees will not only refine their technical skills but also gain a broader perspective on evaluation methodologies and their applications.

Mark your calendars for June 17 and June 30, 2025, as these training sessions promise to bridge gaps in knowledge and elevate the expertise of professionals in the field. Whether you're an evaluator, a vendor, or someone keen on understanding the inner workings of security evaluations, this is an opportunity not to be missed. In a world increasingly reliant on secure systems, being well-versed in Common Criteria is not just an asset—it's a necessity.

Interested in participating?

Register by contacting us at deploycyber@nsai.ie and stay tuned for more updates as we approach the training dates. Together, let's build a community of experts committed to advancing security standards globally.