This Specialization covers network defense and incident response methods, tactics, and procedures that are in alignment with industry frameworks such as NIST SP 800-61r2, US-CERT's National Cyber Incident Response Plan (NCIRP), and NIST SP 800-171r2. It is ideal for those who have been tasked with the responsibility of monitoring and detecting security incidents in information systems and networks, and for executing standardized responses to such incidents. The course introduces tools, tactics, and procedures to manage cybersecurity risks, defend cybersecurity assets, identify various types of common threats, evaluate the organization's security, collect and analyze cybersecurity intelligence, and remediate and report incidents as they occur.

This Specialization is designed to assist students in preparing for the CertNexus CyberSec First Responder (Exam CFR-410) certification examination.

Note: This Specialization requires that you purchase the CFR-410 LogicalLABS, which are interactive, browser-based virtual labs that simulate the activity environment. These labs are already set up with the data files, networking, and system configurations required to perform the activities. With the coupon code provided in the first course for 25% off, the labs cost approximately $60.

Applied Learning Project

In each module, you will apply the cybersecurity skills you learn by mitigating risk, identify attackers and attack types, collecting intelligence from various sources, responding to and mitigating security incidents, and performing forensic analysis on incidents. You will retain evidence of your simulated attacks and defensive actions within the LogicalLABS environment, which you can maintain access to even after completing each course.