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Data Processing
Certified Incident Response Planning

Target Students​

  • Information security professionals

  • IT managers and system administrators

  • Cybersecurity analysts

  • Incident response team members

  • Risk management professionals

  • Individuals seeking certification in incident response planning

Duration :  3 days (24 hours of instruction)
Learning Objectives

-Understand the principles and importance of Incident Response Planning (IRP).

-Learn how to develop, implement, and manage an effective Incident Response Plan.

-Gain skills in identifying, analyzing, and responding to cybersecurity incidents.

-Develop expertise in coordinating and managing an incident response team.

-Understand the legal and regulatory requirements related to incident response.

-Learn to continuously improve incident response capabilities within the organization.

Exam Options​
 

Online proctored exams

In-person at authorized testing centers

Exam Formats​
 

Multiple-choice questions

Scenario-based analysis

Short answer questions

Exam Duration​
 

Each exam: 90 minutes

Exam Codes​
 

-IRP-001: Incident Response Planning Fundamentals

-IRP-002: Incident Detection and Analysis

-IRP-003: Response, Containment, and Recovery Strategies

Passing Score​

70% for each exam

Course Outline
Introduction to Incident Response Planning
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  • Overview of Incident Response Planning

  • Importance of IRP in cybersecurity and business resilience

  • Key components of an effective Incident Response Plan

  • The role of incident response in organizational security strategies

  • Types of Cybersecurity Incidents

  • Common incidents (e.g., malware infections, data breaches, DDoS attacks)

  • Identifying potential threats and vulnerabilities

  • Understanding the impact of incidents on business operations

Developing an Incident Response Plan (IRP)
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  • IRP Development Process

  • Steps for creating a comprehensive IRP

  • Aligning the IRP with business objectives and regulatory requirements

  • Roles and responsibilities in incident response

  • Incident Response Team (IRT) Formation

  • Defining the structure and roles of the IRT

  • Required skills and competencies for IRT members

  • Communication and coordination within the IRT

  • Incident Response Policy and Procedures

  • Developing an incident response policy

  • Documenting incident response procedures

  • Integrating the IRP with other security and business continuity plans

Incident Detection and Analysis
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  • Incident Detection Techniques

  • Tools and technologies for monitoring and detecting security incidents

  • Leveraging threat intelligence for early detection

  • Implementing effective logging and monitoring practices

  • Incident Classification and Prioritization

  • Assessing the severity and impact of incidents

  • Categorizing incidents for appropriate response

  • Prioritization criteria for incident handling

  • Incident Analysis and Forensics

  • Conducting an initial analysis of detected incidents

  • Forensic techniques for gathering and preserving evidence

  • Maintaining the chain of custody for legal and regulatory compliance

Response, Containment, and Recovery
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  • Immediate Incident Response Actions

  • Steps to contain and mitigate the impact of an incident

  • Response strategies for different types of incidents

  • Communication protocols during an incident

  • Incident Containment Strategies

  • Isolating affected systems and preventing further damage

  • Implementing short-term and long-term containment measures

  • Coordinating with external partners and service providers

  • Recovery and Restoration

  • Steps to restore systems and data after an incident

  • Ensuring the integrity and security of restored systems

  • Post-incident recovery actions and lessons learned

Post-Incident Activities and Continuous Improvement
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  • Post-Incident Review and Reporting

  • Conducting a thorough post-incident review (PIR)

  • Preparing incident reports for stakeholders and regulators

  • Identifying lessons learned and areas for improvement

  • Root Cause Analysis

  • Techniques for identifying the root cause of incidents

  • Developing corrective actions to prevent recurrence

  • Integrating findings into the incident response process

  • Continuous Improvement of Incident Response

  • Regular updates and revisions to the IRP

  • Training and awareness programs for staff

  • Leveraging metrics and feedback to enhance incident response capabilities

Final Review and Certification Exam Preparation
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  • Review Session

  • Recap of key concepts and best practices covered in the course

  • Practice questions and exam strategies

  • Q&A Session

  • Addressing any outstanding questions or concerns

  • Guidance on applying incident response practices in real-world scenarios

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