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Incident Response Planning Mastery

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A tailored course, built for your situation

Incident Response Planning Mastery

A structured, step-by-step path to building and maintaining an effective incident response plan

$199 one-time
24-hour access provisioning 30-day money-back guarantee Hand-built implementation playbook
12 modules. 12 chapters per module. 144 chapters total.
12 modules, each with 12 chapters (144 chapters total), text-based, plus downloadable templates and a hand-built implementation playbook delivered alongside course access.
Struggling to turn incident response theory into a working, organization-ready plan?

The situation this course is for

Many security professionals know the concepts but get stuck translating them into actionable plans. Templates are too generic, frameworks are too broad, and real incidents expose gaps too late. Without a clear, step-by-step method, teams waste time reinventing the wheel or miss critical steps under pressure.

Who this is for

Security analysts, junior incident responders, and compliance officers building or improving incident response capabilities in mid-sized organizations.

Who this is not for

Executives looking for high-level overviews, or teams already running mature, audited IR programs with dedicated tooling.

What you walk away with

  • Build a complete, organization-ready incident response plan from scratch
  • Implement standardized playbooks for common security incidents
  • Reduce response time and decision fatigue during real events
  • Align with NIST and ISO 27001 compliance requirements
  • Turn post-incident reviews into continuous improvement

The 12 modules (with all 144 chapters)

Module 1. Foundations of Incident Response
Establish core definitions, legal considerations, and organizational alignment for incident response. Learn to classify incidents by severity and scope, and define what constitutes a reportable event. This module sets the baseline for all subsequent planning.
12 chapters in this module
  1. What is an incident
  2. Legal and regulatory drivers
  3. Defining incident severity levels
  4. Internal stakeholder roles
  5. Building the response team
  6. Establishing communication rules
  7. Creating escalation paths
  8. Documenting incident criteria
  9. Setting response objectives
  10. Integrating with IT operations
  11. Baseline compliance alignment
  12. Common pitfalls to avoid
Module 2. Incident Response Policy Development
Develop a formal incident response policy that aligns with organizational goals and compliance standards. Covers scope definition, approval workflows, and integration with existing security frameworks. Includes a customizable template for immediate use.
12 chapters in this module
  1. Policy vs plan distinction
  2. Defining policy scope
  3. Executive sponsorship steps
  4. Compliance mapping basics
  5. Policy version control
  6. Approval workflows
  7. Distribution and access
  8. Review and update cycle
  9. Enforcement mechanisms
  10. Integration with ISMS
  11. Handling exceptions
  12. Policy communication plan
Module 3. Team Structure and Roles
Design an effective incident response team with clearly defined roles and responsibilities. Covers staffing models, cross-functional coordination, and role-specific training paths. Addresses common gaps in smaller organizations.
12 chapters in this module
  1. Core team roles defined
  2. Extended support roles
  3. On-call rotation design
  4. Role-based access setup
  5. Training and certification paths
  6. Third-party coordination
  7. Vendor management rules
  8. External legal coordination
  9. Chain of command setup
  10. Role handover procedures
  11. Cross-training strategies
  12. Team size vs maturity
Module 4. Communication and Notification
Build reliable communication workflows for internal teams and external parties. Covers notification timelines, message templates, and stakeholder-specific briefings. Ensures consistency during high-pressure events.
12 chapters in this module
  1. Internal comms protocols
  2. External notification rules
  3. Regulatory reporting timelines
  4. Customer notification process
  5. Media response plan
  6. Legal counsel engagement
  7. Law enforcement contact setup
  8. Notification checklist creation
  9. Escalation messaging templates
  10. Comms tool selection
  11. Status update frequency
  12. Post-event disclosure rules
Module 5. Incident Detection and Triage
Improve early detection and triage accuracy with structured workflows. Covers log sources, alert validation, and initial classification. Helps reduce false positives and speeds up response initiation.
12 chapters in this module
  1. Common detection sources
  2. Alert validation steps
  3. Triage decision matrix
  4. False positive reduction
  5. Initial classification rules
  6. Evidence preservation steps
  7. Log collection basics
  8. Network vs host alerts
  9. Automated triage tools
  10. Timezone coordination
  11. Initial response checklist
  12. Handoff to responders
Module 6. Containment Strategies
Apply proven containment methods tailored to incident type and environment. Covers network, host, and cloud-based containment with minimal business disruption.
12 chapters in this module
  1. Short-term containment options
  2. Long-term containment design
  3. Network segmentation use
  4. Host isolation steps
  5. Cloud instance shutdown
  6. DNS blackhole setup
  7. Email quarantine process
  8. Account suspension rules
  9. Containment testing
  10. Business impact review
  11. Legal hold considerations
  12. Containment documentation
Module 7. Eradication and Recovery
Safely remove threats and restore systems to normal operation. Covers malware removal, patching, and validation checks to prevent recurrence.
12 chapters in this module
  1. Malware removal checklist
  2. System reimage process
  3. Patch validation steps
  4. Backdoor search methods
  5. Password reset policy
  6. Service restoration order
  7. Data integrity checks
  8. Recovery testing
  9. Root cause confirmation
  10. Change management integration
  11. Recovery timeline planning
  12. Post-recovery monitoring
Module 8. Forensic Evidence Handling
Collect and preserve digital evidence in a forensically sound manner. Covers chain of custody, documentation, and legal admissibility requirements.
12 chapters in this module
  1. Chain of custody basics
  2. Evidence labeling rules
  3. Storage security setup
  4. Hashing for integrity
  5. Forensic imaging steps
  6. Memory dump collection
  7. Disk imaging standards
  8. Cloud log export
  9. Legal admissibility rules
  10. Evidence access logs
  11. Third-party lab coordination
  12. Evidence retention policy
Module 9. Incident Documentation
Create complete, audit-ready incident records. Covers log formatting, timeline creation, and reporting standards for compliance and internal review.
12 chapters in this module
  1. Incident log structure
  2. Timeline creation steps
  3. Key event identification
  4. Decision justification logging
  5. Compliance documentation
  6. Audit trail setup
  7. Report formatting standards
  8. Internal review process
  9. External auditor prep
  10. Document retention rules
  11. Redaction procedures
  12. Secure storage options
Module 10. Post-Incident Review Process
Conduct effective post-mortems that drive improvement. Covers review facilitation, action item tracking, and organizational learning.
12 chapters in this module
  1. Review meeting scheduling
  2. Attendee selection rules
  3. Blameless culture setup
  4. Finding categorization
  5. Action item assignment
  6. Follow-up tracking
  7. Lessons learned archive
  8. Improvement roadmap
  9. Review report template
  10. Stakeholder feedback
  11. Metrics for success
  12. Review frequency planning
Module 11. Testing and Tabletop Exercises
Validate your plan with realistic simulations. Covers exercise design, facilitation, and integration of results into plan updates.
12 chapters in this module
  1. Exercise scenario design
  2. Participant selection
  3. Facilitation techniques
  4. Time pressure simulation
  5. Observer role setup
  6. Scenario realism balance
  7. Exercise duration planning
  8. Outcome measurement
  9. Gaps identification
  10. Plan update triggers
  11. Participant feedback
  12. Exercise reporting
Module 12. Continuous Improvement and Maturity
Establish a cycle of ongoing plan refinement. Covers maturity models, performance metrics, and integration with broader security initiatives.
12 chapters in this module
  1. Maturity assessment model
  2. KPIs for incident response
  3. Benchmarking against peers
  4. Budget justification steps
  5. Tooling upgrade planning
  6. Training refresh cycle
  7. Plan version control
  8. Audit readiness check
  9. Compliance update process
  10. Lessons integration
  11. Annual review cycle
  12. Scaling for growth

How this maps to your situation

  • Newly certified professionals building first IR plan
  • Teams upgrading from ad-hoc to formal response
  • Organizations preparing for compliance audits
  • Incident responders seeking structured methodology

Before vs. after

Before
Overwhelmed by fragmented processes, unclear roles, and reactive firefighting during incidents
After
Confidently leading structured responses with documented playbooks, clear ownership, and continuous improvement

What's included with your purchase

  • 12 modules with 12 chapters each (144 chapters)
  • Downloadable templates and worked examples for every module
  • Hand-built implementation playbook delivered alongside course access
  • 30-day money-back guarantee

Delivery and format

  • Course and learning environment access provisioned within 24 hours of purchase
  • Hand-built implementation playbook delivered alongside course access

Format: Text-based modules and chapters in the Art of Service learning environment, plus downloadable templates and worked examples for every chapter, plus the hand-built implementation playbook delivered alongside course access.

Time investment: Approximately 3-4 hours per module, designed for working professionals to complete at their own pace over 8-12 weeks.

If nothing changes
Without a structured approach, teams remain reactive, compliance gaps widen, and real incidents expose unpreparedness , leading to longer outages, regulatory fines, and reputational damage.

How this compares to the alternatives

Unlike generic frameworks or academic courses, this program delivers a tailored, implementable plan with real-world templates , no theory without practice, no fluff, just actionable steps used by compliance teams in regulated industries.

Frequently asked

Who is this course best suited for?
Security analysts, junior incident responders, and compliance officers who need to build or improve an incident response plan that actually works in practice.
How is the course structured?
12 modules, each containing 12 chapters (144 chapters total). Each chapter is a focused, practical read with a worked example or downloadable template, designed for working professionals who need depth without padding.
Is this aligned with any compliance standards?
Yes, the course aligns with NIST SP 800-61, ISO 27001, and GDPR incident response requirements, with templates and checklists to support audit readiness.
$199 one-time. Approximately 3-4 hours per module, designed for working professionals to complete at their own pace over 8-12 weeks..

Within 24 hours your account in the learning environment is provisioned and the tailored implementation playbook is delivered alongside it.

30-day money-back guarantee· 144 chapters· Hand-built playbook included· Account access within 24 hours
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