SABSA®
Foundation Training
Build Security Architecture That’s Strategic, Scalable, and Aligned
In today’s world, security is no longer just about protection—it’s about enabling trust, agility, and resilience across your enterprise. Knotion’s SABSA® Foundation Training gives you the tools to build business-driven security architectures that deliver measurable value, not just compliance.
Led by David Lynas, co-author of SABSA®, CEO of The SABSA Institute, and principal author of its intellectual property, this training represents the highest standard of Security Architecture education available. With experienced SABSA® professionals guiding every session, you’ll gain the confidence to architect secure, business-aligned solutions that scale.
What is SABSA®?
SABSA® (Sherwood Applied Business Security Architecture) is the world’s leading open-use framework for developing enterprise security architectures. It ensures that security needs are identified, designed, and integrated as a natural part of your IT and business infrastructure—so protection supports performance, rather than hindering it.
Knotion’s SABSA® Foundation Training is the official entry point for developing Security Architecture Competencies. It covers the SABSA® Framework, principles, lifecycle, and real-world application, giving participants hands-on experience through case studies and interactive workshops.
Why SABSA® Certification Matters
Becoming a SABSA® Chartered Architect (SCF) isn’t just about credentials—it’s about strategic leadership. This certification proves your ability to:
- Align business strategy with security objectives
- Engineer security requirements from business needs
- Build integrated, risk-aware frameworks
- Lead security initiatives that enable enterprise agility and trust
Course Overview
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Developed by: The SABSA® Institute
Duration: 5 consecutive days
Format: Instructor-led online training with interactive exercises
Certification: SABSA® Chartered Architect – Foundation Level (SCF)
Who Should Attend?
This course is ideal for:
- Security Architects & Enterprise Architects
- Risk Managers & Compliance Officers
- ICT Governance Professionals
- Business Continuity & Assurance Specialists
- Transformation and Strategy Leaders
If you’re responsible for shaping your organisation’s security strategy, SABSA® will equip you with the frameworks and methods to align it with business goals.
What You’ll Learn
This training provides a broad foundation in SABSA® methods, frameworks, and techniques. You’ll leave with the skills to design, integrate, and manage security as a core component of enterprise success.
Competency Outcomes Include:
- Define enterprise security architecture—its role, objectives, and business value
- Describe the SABSA® Model, Architecture Matrix, and Lifecycle
- Engineer information security requirements from business goals
- Build a Business Attributes Taxonomy
- Apply defence-in-depth and architectural design concepts
- Integrate compliance frameworks through an architected approach
- Create a policy architecture and security value proposition
- Model trust relationships and inter-domain associations
- Apply security engineering methods and SABSA® principles
- Implement the SABSA® Framework to align standards and governance
Want to See How SABSA® Fits into Your Architecture Practice? Contact Knotion for a Consultation.
Why Train with Knotion?
Knotion brings SABSA® to life through practical, context-driven instruction. Our partnership with David Lynas ensures that every course delivers not only the official material, but also decades of real-world experience in applying SABSA® to enterprise transformation, governance, and compliance.
Why professionals choose Knotion:
- Led by SABSA® co-author David Lynas and certified practitioners
- Backed by real-world case studies and exercises
- Focused on applying SABSA® to business transformation and ICT governance
- Designed for immediate practical impact
Ready to Build Secure, Business-Aligned Architectures?
Enrol in SABSA® Foundation Training
FAQs
What is SABSA®?
SABSA® (Sherwood Applied Business Security Architecture) is an open-use framework for developing business-driven, risk-aware security architectures.
Who leads the training?
The course is led by David Lynas, co-author of SABSA®, and supported by certified SABSA® professionals.
How long is the training?
The course runs for five consecutive days and includes interactive exercises and case studies.
Is this training accredited?
Yes. The programme is developed by The SABSA® Institute and leads to the SABSA® Chartered Architect – Foundation Level (SCF) certification.
What format is the training in?
Instructor-led online format, with optional on-site sessions available on request.
What are the prerequisites?
No prerequisites are required. The Foundation level is the official starting point for SABSA® certification.
Does this training include certification?
Yes. Successful completion qualifies you for the SABSA® Chartered Architect (Foundation Level) credential.
How is SABSA® different from TOGAF®?
SABSA® focuses on engineering security requirements and controls based on business needs, while TOGAF® provides a broader enterprise architecture structure. The two frameworks are complementary.
Can this training be tailored for teams?
Yes. Knotion offers custom sessions for organisations, aligning course content with your environment.
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