Incident Response Essentials
IR-200 is a foundational incident response course designed to equip learners with essential skills to manage and mitigate cyber threats, preparing them for roles in Security Operations Centers (SOCs) and incident response teams. The course covers the incident response lifecycle, including developing detection and identification strategies, applying digital forensics, analyzing attack techniques with mitigation strategies, and developing communication plans for crises. Upon passing the exam, learners can earn the OffSec Incident Responder (OSIR) certification.
Training at a glance
Level
Beginner
Duration
5 Days
Experience
Basic Networking
Average Salary
$86,692
Labs
Yes
Level
Intermediate
Duration
5 Days
Experience
2 years: Pentesting
Average Salary
$123,486
Labs
Yes
Training Details
Module 1: Incident Response Overview
Module 2: Fundamentals of Incident Response
Module 3: Phases of Incident Response
Module 4: Incident Response Communication Plans
Module 5: Common Attack Techniques
Module 6: Incident Detection and Identification
Module 7: Initial Impact Assessment
Module 8: Digital Forensics for Incident Responders
Module 9: Incident Response Case Management
Module 10: Active Incident Containment
Module 11: Incident Eradication and Recovery
Module 12: Post-Mortem Reporting
Module 13: Challenge Lab
While there are no formal prerequisites, it’s strongly recommended that you have:
- A basic understanding of networking concepts
- Familiarity with Linux and Windows operating systems
Learners can also go through the OffSec Network Penetration Testing Essentials Learning Path to ensure they’re ready for the course, included in Learn Fundamentals and Learn One subscription.
The IR-200 course is designed for individuals seeking to build a strong foundation in incident response.
It’s ideal for:
- Aspiring incident responders
- Security Operations Center (SOC) analysts
- IT security specialists
- Professionals aiming to transition into specialized cybersecurity roles focused on incident management
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