Cyber Incident Response and Investigation
This course is part of Cybersecurity Analyst.
This introductory course provides a solid foundation for developing essential cybersecurity skills with a focus on incident response and investigation techniques. You'll gain a comprehensive understanding of network defensive tactics through practical examples that demonstrate how to protect networks from potential threats. The curriculum explores data loss prevention and endpoint protection concepts and tools, equipping you with strategies to safeguard critical information assets. You'll have hands-on opportunities to explore data loss prevention tools and learn effective methods for classifying data within database environments to enhance security measures. The course covers essential security vulnerability scanning technologies, enabling you to identify potential weaknesses in systems and applications. You'll learn to recognize various application security threats and common vulnerabilities that cybercriminals exploit. The program also introduces you to Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) platforms and threat hunting techniques that are crucial for proactive cybersecurity defense. This course serves as part of the IBM Cybersecurity Analyst Professional Certificate program, establishing the necessary foundation for developing broader cybersecurity expertise that's increasingly in demand across industries.
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What you'll learn
Explain key concepts in threat intelligence and how they apply to organizational security Recognize different security threats in applications and identify common vulnerabilities Describe network defensive tactics and implement appropriate protection measures Apply data loss prevention concepts and tools to safeguard critical information Utilize endpoint protection strategies to secure devices across the network Differentiate between various vulnerability scanning technologies and methodologies Perform basic application security testing to identify potential weaknesses Understand the functionality and benefits of SIEM platforms for security monitoring Apply threat hunting techniques to proactively identify potential security compromises Develop foundational cybersecurity skills applicable to incident response roles
Skills you'll gain
This course includes:
PreRecorded video
Graded assignments, Exams
Access on Mobile, Tablet, Desktop
Limited Access access
Shareable certificate
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There are 6 modules in this course
This introductory cybersecurity course focuses on incident response and investigation techniques essential for protecting organizational assets from cyber threats. The curriculum begins with an exploration of threat intelligence concepts, teaching students how to collect, analyze, and apply information about potential cyber threats to enhance security posture. Participants will learn about network defensive tactics, including access controls and monitoring tools designed to detect and prevent unauthorized access. The course covers data loss prevention strategies and endpoint protection measures crucial for safeguarding sensitive information, with hands-on exploration of tools used to classify and secure data across various environments. Students will gain knowledge of vulnerability scanning technologies and methodologies to identify security weaknesses in systems and applications before they can be exploited. The program addresses application security testing approaches and common vulnerabilities that security professionals need to recognize and mitigate. Additionally, learners will be introduced to Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) platforms that centralize security event monitoring and analysis. The final module covers threat hunting techniques, teaching proactive approaches to identifying potential security compromises that may have evaded existing defenses. Throughout the course, practical examples reinforce theoretical concepts, preparing students for incident response roles.
Threat Intelligence
Module 1
Data Loss Prevention and Mobile Endpoint Protection
Module 2
Scanning
Module 3
Application Security and Testing
Module 4
SIEM Platforms
Module 5
Threat Hunting
Module 6
Fee Structure
Individual course purchase is not available - to enroll in this course with a certificate, you need to purchase the complete Professional Certificate Course. For enrollment and detailed fee structure, visit the following: Cybersecurity Analyst
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Instructors
Dee Dee Collette: Cybersecurity Expert and Instructor at IBM
Dee Dee Collette is an instructor at IBM, where she teaches several courses focused on cybersecurity. Her courses include "Cybersecurity Compliance Framework, Standards & Regulations," "Introduction to Cybersecurity Careers," "Introduction to Cybersecurity Tools & Cyberattacks," and "Operating Systems: Overview, Administration, and Security." These courses aim to provide learners with a comprehensive understanding of cybersecurity principles, the tools used in the field, and the various career paths available within cybersecurity.
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