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Incident Response, Business Continuity & SecOps Leadership

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Incident Response, Business Continuity & SecOps Leadership

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Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
Intermediate level

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9 hours to complete
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace
Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
Intermediate level

Recommended experience

9 hours to complete
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

  • Gain expertise in CISM governance, risk, program management, and incident response

  • Understand risk assessment and mitigation strategies for a wide range of cyber threats

  • Develop effective strategies for business continuity and disaster recovery

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September 2026

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5 assignments

Taught in English

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This course is part of the CISM Certification Complete Course - All Domains 2026 Specialization
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There are 5 modules in this course

This module provides an in-depth exploration of incident management, covering the incident response lifecycle, plan development, forensic investigation, training, monitoring, and the use of automation tools like SOAR. Learners will gain practical knowledge to effectively manage and respond to security incidents.

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7 videos1 reading1 assignment

This module covers critical post-incident activities, including recovery strategies, effective communication, legal compliance, and the use of security operations technologies. Learners will gain insights into analyzing past incidents and implementing advanced detection methods.

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7 videos1 assignment

This module explores the critical elements of business continuity and disaster recovery planning, including how to conduct a Business Impact Analysis, develop recovery plans, and implement effective communication strategies. Learners will gain insights into key metrics like RPO and RTO, and learn how to test and evaluate their plans for real-world effectiveness. The content prepares professionals to ensure organizational resilience during and after disruptions.

What's included

7 videos1 assignment

This module covers essential operational security practices, including data backup strategies, change management, patch management, and configuration management. It provides learners with the knowledge to implement secure IT processes and maintain system integrity. The module also includes a knowledge check to reinforce key concepts and prepare for certification.

What's included

5 videos1 assignment

This module explores real-world cybersecurity case studies that highlight critical vulnerabilities and their impacts. Learners will analyze how security failures occur in different organizational contexts and understand the importance of proactive risk management. The content provides practical insights into securing digital environments and improving governance practices.

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9 videos1 reading1 assignment

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