Certified Data Protection Officer (CDPO)
Build the skills to serve as a Data Protection Officer under Kenya's Data Protection Act 2019 and GDPR — from DPIAs and data mapping to breach response and compliance audits.
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A Growing, High-Stakes Field
GRC and data protection are gaining increasing importance — and the risks of non-compliance (reputational, financial, legal) are rising just as fast.
Regulator-Aligned Training
An AEGIS/ODPC-aligned course built to equip you as a DPO under Kenya's Data Protection Act and GDPR compliance frameworks.
Built for Real Practitioners
Through practical exercises, master the DPO role: informing, advising, monitoring compliance, and liaising with regulators.
Learning Objectives
- Understand Kenya's Data Protection Act 2019 and GDPR compliance frameworks
- Learn the DPO's role: informing, advising, monitoring, and liaising with regulators
- Run Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs) and personal data audits
- Manage data breaches from identification through root-cause analysis and reporting to the ODPC
Skills Gained
Course Modules
Module 1: Fundamentals of Privacy
The evolution of privacy and Kenya's Data Protection Law framework.
Module 2: Principles of Data Protection & Rights
Lawful basis for processing, children's data, and controller/processor roles.
Module 3: Data Subjects' Rights
Rights overview, data portability, and Data Subject Access Requests.
Module 4: Data Protection Impact Assessment (DPIA)
DPIA triggers, methodology, and privacy by design and default.
Module 5: The Data Protection Officer
DPO appointment, roles, responsibilities, and enforcement.
Module 6: Cross-Border Transfer & Governance
Cross-border data flow, localization, and AI in data protection.
Module 7: Breach Management & Enforcement
Incident response, containment, and reporting to the regulator.
Module 8: Data Subjects Audit
Personal data audits, identifying PII, and Data Flow Diagrams.
Module 9: Data Mapping & Security
Hands-on data mapping, migration, and security best practices.
Module 10: Exam Preparation
Final review and the certification exam.
Instructor
Derrick Wanjawa
Lead Cybersecurity Instructor, CISSP
Over 10 years securing enterprise networks across East Africa before moving into full-time security training.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need prior experience to start?
It depends on the program — check the Prerequisites section on each course’s page. Several of our programs are open to professionals without a technical background.
Are the courses self-paced?
Yes, all courses are self-paced with suggested weekly milestones so you can plan around your schedule.
Will I get a certificate?
Yes — every course includes a Certificate of Completion, and several are designed as groundwork for globally recognized industry certifications.
Do you offer career support?
Yes — enrolled students get access to career guidance, resume support, and interview preparation resources.