The HITRUST Audio Course is a complete, audio-first guide to mastering the HITRUST i1 and r2 frameworks—two of the most widely recognized models for integrated risk and compliance management. Designed for both newcomers and seasoned professionals, this course translates complex assurance requirements into clear, plain-language lessons you can absorb on the go. Each episode walks through the structure and intent of the HITRUST frameworks, explaining how controls, maturity levels, and evidence requirements come together to create a unified, auditable security program. Listeners gain practical insight into how to implement and maintain HITRUST controls across domains such as access management, risk assessment, incident response, and third-party assurance. The series explores the lifecycle of certification—from readiness assessments and evidence collection to assessor engagement and corrective action tracking—helping you understand what auditors look for and how to demonstrate continuous compliance. Through step-by-step narration, the course shows how HITRUST builds trust by harmonizing multiple frameworks, including NIST, ISO 27001, HIPAA, and PCI DSS, into one cohesive model. Developed by BareMetalCyber.com, the HITRUST Audio Course connects policy to practice by turning regulatory complexity into structured, repeatable processes. Each episode provides actionable guidance that helps organizations improve their control maturity, streamline audit preparation, and build enduring confidence in their information protection programs.