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Mastering Incident Response; A Step-by-Step Guide to Becoming a Certified Incident Handler

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What does the Incident Response course cover?

Incident Response is covered here in 14 modules: Introduction to Incident Response: Incident response lifecycle, Key concepts and terminology, Incident Response Planning: Creating an incident response team, Threat Detection and Initial Response: Initial response procedures and 11 more. The outline lists 56 specific topics, opening with definition and importance of incident response and closing with CIH certification exam review and feedback.

How do you approach Incident Response step by step?

The work is sequenced in 14 stages. It starts with Introduction to Incident Response: Incident response lifecycle, Key concepts and terminology, moves through Incident Response Planning: Creating an incident response team and Threat Detection and Initial Response: Initial response procedures, and ends at Certified Incident Handler (CIH) Certification Exam Preparation.

What is in Module 1 of the Incident Response course?

Module 1 is Introduction to Incident Response: Incident response lifecycle, Key concepts and terminology. It works through definition and importance of incident response, types of incidents and their impact on organizations, incident response lifecycle and 1 more. It sets the vocabulary the remaining 13 modules build on.

How is the Incident Response course delivered?

The Incident Response course is fully self-paced with immediate online access after enrolment. Access does not expire and future updates are included at no cost. It can be taken on any device, and a certificate of completion is issued by The Art of Service when you finish.

How much does the Incident Response course cost?

The Incident Response course is $199 as a one time payment. There is no subscription, no per seat licence and no hidden fee. Enrolment carries a 30 day satisfied or refunded guarantee, so it can be assessed in full before you commit.

Closely related courses: GIAC Certified Incident Handler Toolkit, EC-Council Certified Incident Handler Toolkit, EC Council Certified Incident Handler Toolkit, EC Council Certified Incident Handler Masterclass.

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Mastering Incident Response: A Step-by-Step Guide to Becoming a Certified Incident Handler



Course Overview

This comprehensive course is designed to equip participants with the knowledge, skills, and best practices required to become a certified incident handler. The course covers the entire incident response lifecycle, from preparation and detection to containment, eradication, recovery, and post-incident activities.



Course Objectives

  • Understand the fundamentals of incident response and its importance in maintaining organizational security and resilience
  • Learn how to develop and implement an incident response plan tailored to your organization's needs
  • Acquire the skills to detect, contain, and eradicate incidents using various tools and techniques
  • Understand how to recover from incidents and restore normal business operations
  • Learn how to conduct post-incident activities, including lessons learned and improvement
  • Prepare for and pass the Certified Incident Handler (CIH) certification exam


Course Outline

Module 1. Introduction to Incident Response: Incident response lifecycle, Key concepts and terminology

  • Definition and importance of incident response
  • Types of incidents and their impact on organizations
  • Incident response lifecycle
  • Key concepts and terminology

Module 2. Incident Response Planning: Creating an incident response team

  • Developing an incident response plan
  • Defining incident response roles and responsibilities
  • Establishing incident response procedures
  • Creating an incident response team

Module 3. Threat Detection and Initial Response: Initial response procedures

  • Threat detection techniques and tools
  • Initial response procedures
  • Incident classification and prioritization
  • Alerting and notification procedures

Module 4. Containment and Eradication: Eradication methods and tools, Malware removal and remediation

  • Containment strategies and techniques
  • Eradication methods and tools
  • Network segmentation and isolation
  • Malware removal and remediation

Module 5. Recovery and Restoration: System and data restoration, Network and service restoration

  • Recovery procedures and strategies
  • System and data restoration
  • Network and service restoration
  • Post-recovery activities

Module 6. Post-Incident Activities: Lessons learned and improvement, Post-incident review and analysis

  • Lessons learned and improvement
  • Incident reporting and documentation
  • Post-incident review and analysis
  • Incident response plan review and update

Module 7. Incident Response Tools and Techniques: Threat intelligence and analytics

  • Incident response software and hardware
  • Network and system monitoring tools
  • Threat intelligence and analytics
  • Incident response frameworks and methodologies

Module 8. Incident Response in the Cloud: Cloud incident response best practices

  • Cloud incident response challenges and considerations
  • Cloud incident response planning and procedures
  • Cloud incident response tools and techniques
  • Cloud incident response best practices

Module 9. Incident Response in Industrial Control Systems (ICS): ICS incident response best practices

  • ICS incident response challenges and considerations
  • ICS incident response planning and procedures
  • ICS incident response tools and techniques
  • ICS incident response best practices

Module 10. Incident Response and Compliance: Incident response and data protection

  • Regulatory requirements and compliance
  • Incident response and data protection
  • Incident response and audit requirements
  • Incident response and risk management

Module 11. Incident Response Team Management: Incident response team training and awareness

  • Building and managing an incident response team
  • Incident response team roles and responsibilities
  • Incident response team training and awareness
  • Incident response team communication and collaboration

Module 12. Incident Response and Communication: Incident response communication plans

  • Incident response communication strategies
  • Incident response communication plans
  • Incident response communication tools and techniques
  • Incident response communication best practices

Module 13. Incident Response and Continuous Improvement: Incident response process improvement

  • Continuous improvement strategies and techniques
  • Incident response metrics and performance measurement
  • Incident response process improvement
  • Incident response technology and tool improvement

Module 14: Certified Incident Handler (CIH) Certification Exam Preparation

  • CIH certification exam overview
  • CIH certification exam preparation strategies
  • CIH certification exam practice questions and simulations
  • CIH certification exam review and feedback


Course Features

  • Interactive and engaging: The course includes interactive lessons, quizzes, and games to keep participants engaged and motivated.
  • Comprehensive and up-to-date: The course covers all aspects of incident response, including the latest tools, techniques, and best practices.
  • Personalized learning: Participants can learn at their own pace and focus on areas that need improvement.
  • Practical and real-world applications: The course includes real-world examples and case studies to illustrate key concepts and techniques.
  • High-quality content: The course content is developed by experienced incident response professionals and subject matter experts.
  • Expert instructors: The course is taught by experienced incident response instructors who are available to answer questions and provide feedback.
  • Certification: Participants receive a certificate upon completion of the course, issued by The Art of Service.
  • Flexible learning: The course is available online and can be accessed from anywhere, at any time.
  • User-friendly: The course is designed to be user-friendly and easy to navigate, with clear instructions and minimal technical requirements.
  • Mobile-accessible: The course can be accessed on mobile devices, allowing participants to learn on-the-go.
  • Community-driven: The course includes a community forum where participants can connect with each other, ask questions, and share experiences.
  • Actionable insights: The course provides actionable insights and practical advice that participants can apply immediately.
  • Hands-on projects: The course includes hands-on projects and exercises that allow participants to practice and apply key concepts and techniques.
  • Bite-sized lessons: The course is divided into bite-sized lessons that can be completed in a few minutes, making it easy to fit into a busy schedule.
  • Lifetime access: Participants have lifetime access to the course content, allowing them to review and refresh their knowledge at any time.
  • Gamification: The course includes gamification elements, such as points, badges, and leaderboards, to make learning fun and engaging.
  • Progress tracking: The course includes progress tracking features, allowing participants to track their progress and stay motivated.
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