The British Academy for Training and Development presents the "Cybersecurity Incident Management" course, designed to provide participants with the essential knowledge and skills required to effectively manage cybersecurity incidents. As cyber threats and attacks continue to evolve rapidly, it has become critical for professionals and organizations to have robust strategies in place to respond to incidents and minimize damage. This course aims to equip participants with the tools and techniques needed to identify, respond to, and mitigate the impact of cybersecurity incidents.

This course is tailored for IT professionals, cybersecurity teams, and technical support staff who are responsible for managing incidents in real-time. The program will help participants build effective response strategies and provide them with the technical and organizational skills to handle incidents from detection through to recovery.

Who Should Attend?

• Cybersecurity professionals looking to enhance their incident management skills.
• Incident response teams in organizations.
• IT specialists responsible for managing networks and systems.
• IT managers and teams responsible for security and risk management.
• Students or professionals aspiring to enter the field of cybersecurity incident management.

Knowledge and Benefits:

After completing the program, participants will be able to master the following:

• Understand the role and importance of cybersecurity incident management in protecting systems and networks.
• Apply the correct methods for detecting and responding to cybersecurity incidents.
• Develop an effective incident response plan for managing cyber incidents.
• Enhance processes for evaluating and analyzing the damage caused by cyberattacks.
• Strengthen recovery and remediation procedures following a cybersecurity incident.
• Promote awareness among employees regarding how to handle cybersecurity incidents in the workplace.

• Defining Cybersecurity Incidents and Their Types

  • Understanding what constitutes a cybersecurity incident and how to categorize it.
  • The differences between security breaches and cyberattacks.
  • Common types of cybersecurity incidents faced by organizations.

• The Importance of Cybersecurity Incident Management

  • How cybersecurity incidents impact businesses and their systems.
  • The legal and reputational implications of cybersecurity incidents.
  • The role of incident management in minimizing financial and reputational damage.

• Core Objectives of Cybersecurity Incident Management

  • Early detection of incidents.
  • Limiting the impact of incidents on infrastructure.
  • Rapid recovery and restoration of normal operations.

• Preparation and Planning for Incident Response

  • Developing a comprehensive incident response plan.
  • Structuring incident response teams and defining their responsibilities.
  • Training and simulation exercises to prepare for potential cyber incidents.

• Initial Response Procedures to Cyber Incidents

  • How to react immediately upon discovering an incident.
  • Understanding the scope of the incident and its potential impact.
  • Communication strategies for internal and external stakeholders during incidents.

• Executing Incident Response Strategies

  • Techniques for performing an initial investigation to identify the source of the attack.
  • Steps to document and record actions taken during the incident.
  • Taking preventive actions to prevent the spread of the attack.

• Collecting and Analyzing Digital Evidence

  • The importance of legally and securely collecting evidence.
  • Tools and techniques for gathering incident-related data.
  • Analyzing digital evidence to identify the nature and source of the attack.

• Incident Analysis Techniques

  • Tools used for analyzing incidents (e.g., IDS, Firewalls).
  • How to analyze vulnerabilities that were exploited in the incident.
  • Verifying the source and target of the attack (e.g., analyzing IPs, servers).

• Initial Damage Assessment and Impact Evaluation

  • Identifying the extent of the damage caused by the incident.
  • Evaluating the impact on data, networks, and systems.
  • Preparing an initial damage assessment report.

• Isolating Affected Systems and Stopping the Attack

  • How to isolate compromised systems and networks from the rest of the infrastructure.
  • Strategies to limit the spread of attacks within the network.
  • Using safe techniques to contain the attack while ensuring data protection.

• Implementing Immediate Security Fixes

  • How to patch vulnerabilities that were exploited during the incident.
  • Applying necessary security updates to protect systems.
  • Reviewing security policies to prevent similar incidents in the future.

• Monitoring Systems After Corrective Actions

  • How to monitor systems after implementing corrective measures.
  • Using advanced security tools to continue tracking the incident.
  • Conducting periodic checks to ensure there are no further threats.

• Cybersecurity Incident Recovery Plan

  • How to develop an effective recovery plan after an incident.
  • Prioritizing the restoration of critical systems and services.
  • Coordination between IT and security teams during the recovery phase.

• Securing Affected Systems

  • Steps to ensure systems are properly secured after recovery.
  • How to perform post-recovery verification of system integrity.
  • Using additional security measures to strengthen defenses.

• Post-Incident Reporting and Analysis

  • How to prepare comprehensive reports after recovery.
  • Delivering detailed reports to management about the incident’s impact.
  • Conducting a post-incident review to identify lessons learned and improve future responses.

• Learning from Past Incidents to Strengthen Future Responses

  • Reviewing past incidents and identifying gaps in response strategies.
  • How to enhance incident response plans based on real-world experience.
  • Implementing additional measures to better safeguard against future attacks.

• Tools and Technologies for Strengthening Incident Management

  • Overview of the latest tools and technologies used in incident management.
  • Early detection techniques and preventive measures.
  • The importance of continuously upgrading the security infrastructure to prevent cyberattacks.

• Continuous Training and Raising Awareness Within Organizations

  • The importance of regular employee training on cybersecurity best practices.
  • Developing ongoing training programs for security and IT teams.
  • Promoting a cybersecurity culture within the organization to ensure readiness for future incidents.