Risk Management and Incident Response

Overview

In today’s dynamic digital landscape, understanding risk management and incident response is critical to safeguarding your organization. This comprehensive course equips you with the tools and frameworks necessary to identify, monitor, and mitigate risks effectively while preparing for unforeseen incidents.

By the end of the course, you’ll master essential skills for proactive security management and effective incident recovery. The journey begins with a deep dive into Risk Identification, Monitoring, and Analysis.

From grasping core vocabulary and conducting Business Impact Analyses to mastering threat modeling, threat intelligence, and legal considerations like GDPR, you’ll gain a solid foundation in risk assessment techniques. As you progress, you’ll explore risk management frameworks, security assessments, and vulnerability management to enhance organizational resilience.

Next, you’ll transition to Incident Response and Recovery, focusing on incident lifecycle support and forensic investigations. This section covers crucial aspects of business continuity planning (BCP) and disaster recovery planning (DRP), including backup strategies, redundancy, alternate site strategies, and effective testing.

Learn how to address real-world challenges and practice proactive recovery strategies to minimize downtime and secure critical assets. Ideal for information security professionals and those preparing for the SSCP exam, this course is designed for learners with basic knowledge of cybersecurity.

Whether you're a beginner or a professional looking to strengthen your risk management expertise, this course will take your skills to the next level.

Syllabus

• Risk Identification, Monitoring & Analysis
In this module, we will explore the core principles of risk identification, monitoring, and analysis critical to an organization's security posture. You’ll learn about essential terminology, conduct impactful assessments, and delve into threat intelligence and regulatory frameworks. From understanding GDPR to mastering risk reporting, this section equips you to evaluate risks effectively and align them with your organization’s tolerance and treatment capabilities.
• Incident Response and Recovery
In this module, we will focus on incident response and recovery strategies to maintain business continuity during crises. You’ll gain insights into the incident lifecycle, legal considerations of forensic investigations, and the implementation of BCP and DRP plans. Through hands-on approaches to backup, redundancy, and testing drills, this section prepares you to ensure swift and effective recovery from incidents.

Taught by

Packt - Course Instructors

Subjects

Business