Course Introduction:

In today’s fast-evolving threat landscape, automated incident response is no longer a luxury—it's a necessity. This comprehensive course is designed to equip cybersecurity professionals with the knowledge and practical skills needed to manage security incidents efficiently using automation. From detection and triage to containment and mitigation, you'll learn how to leverage cutting-edge tools and methodologies to enhance your organization's security posture.

Through engaging lectures, real-world case studies, and hands-on demonstrations, this course will guide you through the entire incident response lifecycle, empowering you to respond to threats proactively and effectively.

Module 1: The Foundation of Incident Response Automation

Understanding the core principles of incident management and the role automation plays in transforming traditional processes.

• Overview of Incident Management Process (Parts 1-3):
  Learn the fundamentals of incident management, including the lifecycle of incidents, key processes, and how automation can streamline response efforts.

• Process Workflow (Parts 1 & 2):
  Dive into the workflow of incident response, from detection to recovery, and understand how automation enhances efficiency.

• Configuring Alerts (Parts 1 & 2):
  Discover how to set up and manage alerts effectively, enabling timely detection of potential threats and reducing response times.

Module 2: Automated Incident Detection and Triage

Explore how automation improves the detection of security incidents and the initial triage process, ensuring faster identification and prioritization of threats.

• Introduction to Automated Incident Detection:
  Understand the concepts behind automated detection, including the technologies and techniques that make it possible.

• Infrastructure Automation (Parts 1 & 2):
  Learn how to automate infrastructure monitoring, threat detection, and data collection to support proactive incident management.

• Downloading, Installing, and Configuring Software:
  Gain practical skills in setting up incident response tools, ensuring they're optimized for automated detection.

• Deployment Models:
  Explore various deployment models for automated systems, understanding the pros and cons of each in different environments.

• Hands-On Demo:
  Apply your knowledge through a practical demonstration, setting up automated detection systems in a controlled environment.

Module 3: Automated Incident Containment and Mitigation

Delve into advanced strategies for containing and mitigating incidents using automation, minimizing damage and recovery time.

• Introduction to Automated Incident Containment:
  Learn how automation can prevent the spread of threats by isolating affected systems and mitigating vulnerabilities quickly.

• Defining Acceptable Risks & Creating Strategies:
  Understand how to assess risk tolerance and develop automated response strategies that align with organizational policies.

• Developing an Incident Response Plan (Parts 1-3):
  Step-by-step guidance on creating comprehensive response plans that integrate automation seamlessly.

• Implementing Automated Response Actions:
  Explore how to execute automated containment measures, such as blocking malicious IPs, quarantining files, and more.

• Orchestrating Security Tools:
  Discover how to integrate and coordinate different security tools for a unified, automated response system.

• Configuring and Managing Splunk:
  Hands-on experience with Splunk, a powerful tool for monitoring, analyzing, and responding to security incidents.

Module 4: Advanced Tools, Techniques, and Future Trends

Stay ahead of the curve with insights into industry-leading tools, automation orchestration, and the future of incident response.

• Introduction to Leading Industry Tools (Parts 1 & 2):
  Explore top cybersecurity tools and platforms used for automated incident response, including SOAR (Security Orchestration, Automation, and Response) solutions.

• Orchestrating and Automating Response:
  Learn how to build workflows that automate complex response actions across diverse security environments.

• Features of SOAR Platforms:
  Understand the capabilities of SOAR platforms, including incident management, threat intelligence integration, and automated playbooks.

• Measuring Effectiveness (Parts 1 & 2):
  Learn how to evaluate the performance of your automated incident response strategies, ensuring continuous improvement.

• Future Trends in Incident Response (Parts 1 & 2):
  Discover emerging technologies, trends, and best practices shaping the future of automated cybersecurity response.