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Financial Institutions

Custom Cyber Security & Continuity Training for Financial Institutions

The Gold Standard in Immersive Training

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Where Theory Meets Reality. 
BSU’s Cyber Range is a state-of-the-art, immersive facility designed to simulate real-world cyber threats and attacks with unparalleled realism. Unlike traditional classroom learning, our training and facility simulations are action-oriented, developed specifically for financial institutions to practice and develop strategies for detection, response, and remediation. It is a premier hub for stress-testing your institution’s resilience before a crisis hits.

Our training and methodology ensure that both technical teams (SOC Analysts and IT directors) and executive leaders are working from the same "playbook," helping bridge the gap between technical defense and strategic decision-making during a crisis.

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“The cyber training at Bridgewater State was exceptional. Our leadership team left with greater confidence in how to manage a cyber incident, make critical decisions, and communicate effectively under intense pressure. At the same time, our technical team gained a clear roadmap to strengthen our incident response processes and identify system gaps—making our organization better prepared for the future. We'll definitely be back for continued training.”

David Hogan
Senior Vice President, Director of IT at North Easton Savings Bank

Dual-Track Excellence

Two specialized programs. One unified goal: Total Readiness.

Strategic Continuity (Business Continuity Planning)

For: Senior Leaders & Executives 
Led by senior faculty, this session transforms governance into action.

  • The Focus: Decision-making under pressure, continuity of operations, and cross-departmental coordination.
  • The Outcome: A leadership team capable of protecting essential services and communicating effectively with your board, teams, and customers.

Tactical Defense (Incident Response Planning)

For: IT & Security Teams 
Led by industry experts, this hands-on technical lab strengthens your frontline.

  • The Focus: Detection, containment, and recovery using BSU’s proven Operation CredLock methodology.
  • The Outcome: Develop and identify gaps in your current IRP and a faster, more surgical response to banking-specific threats.

 

The BSU Advantage: Our Process

A three-step engagement built around your specific risk profile.

  • Phase 1: Pre-Engagement Intelligence 
    We don’t do "off-the-shelf." We meet with your teams to review your current policies, critical systems, and past incidents to ensure the training mirrors your daily reality.
  • Phase 2: Hyper-Realistic Simulations 
    Whether it’s wire fraud, ATM compromises, or service outages, your team will work through custom scenarios based on your bank’s actual response processes.
  • Phase 3: Post-Training Evaluation 
    Receive a comprehensive summary report outlining organizational strengths, specific areas for improvement, and a roadmap for next steps.

 

Program Details

Who Should Attend:

  • Senior leaders and chiefs of staff
  • SOC Analysts and Security Teams
  • Fraud Prevention and Risk Management Professionals
  • Banking and Credit Union IT Teams
  • Compliance and Regulatory Reporting Staff

What You’ll Learn:

  • Create clear, actionable incident documentation under pressure
  • Translate technical findings for non-technical stakeholders
  • Manage communications with executives, legal, regulators, and media
  • Banking-specific simulations including wire fraud, online banking attacks, and ATM compromise
  • Handle crisis communication during public incidents
  • Modules on customer communication and incident reporting best practices

Format & Logistics:

  • Duration: Flexible 2 to 6-hour sessions.
  • Capacity: Small cohorts (12–20 participants) for maximum engagement.
  • Credential: Official Certificate of Completion from Bridgewater State University.

 

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Don’t wait for a breach to find the gaps in your plan.

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Bridgewater State University Cyber Range 
Securing the future of financial services. 

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BSU Cyber Range

Bridgewater State University
Dana Mohler-Faria Science and Mathematics Center, Room 122
24 Park Avenue
Bridgewater, MA 02325
United States