Develops strategies for detecting, containing, and recovering from cybersecurity breaches and digital forensics.
About this course
In this advanced course, you will learn how to build and manage incident response plans that protect organizations from cyber threats. You will study methods for detecting security breaches early, containing damage quickly, and recovering systems to full operation. The course also covers the basics of digital forensics, helping you understand how to collect and preserve evidence during an investigation.
You will work on real-world scenarios, including tabletop exercises that simulate cyber attacks. These activities help you practice decision-making under pressure and improve your ability to coordinate with technical and non-technical teams during a crisis.
Who takes this course
Credits: 3 · Hours: 45
Prerequisites
Learning outcomes
- Design a comprehensive incident response plan tailored to organizational risk profiles
- Identify key roles and communication channels during a security breach
- Apply forensic techniques to preserve evidence and determine the scope of an incident
- Develop post-incident recovery procedures to restore normal operations
- Conduct tabletop exercises to test response plans and identify gaps
Evaluation
| Component | Weight (%) |
| Incident Response Plan Document | 40 |
| Forensic Analysis Report | 30 |
| Tabletop Exercise Participation | 20 |
| Final Examination | 10 |