CyberSec First Responder® (CFR) Certification Training (Self-Paced)
IDCYSE8000

Self-paced online training with expert support

Build skills in cybersecurity risk management, threat analysis, and incident response using industry frameworks. You'll engage in practical, hands-on learning in defending systems, analyzing security incidents, and applying forensic techniques.

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This course includes

  • 30 hours of project-based training from experts
  • Answers from real instructors
  • Proprietary workbook included
  • Verified digital certificate of completion
  • Learn at an accredited institution
  • Credits: 3.0 CEUs

Gain a broad view of how to respond to a cybersecurity incident while preparing for the CyberSec First Responder certification. This self-study course includes the CFR eLearning, test prep guide, labs, and exam voucher. CFR covers network defense and incident response methods, tactics, and procedures that are in alignment with industry frameworks such as NIST 800-61r2 (Computer Security Incident Handling Guide), US-CERT's National Cyber Incident Response Plan (NCIRP), and Presidential Policy Directive (PPD)-41 on Cyber Incident Coordination, NIST 800.171r2 (Protecting Controlled Unclassified Information in Nonfederal Systems and Organizations).

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 course provides a comprehensive methodology for individuals responsible for defending the cybersecurity of their organization.

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This course has a prerequisite

Students should have prior experience with network and system security fundamentals, basic risk assessment practices, and familiarity with common cybersecurity threats, as well as skills in using security tools for monitoring, analysis, or incident response.

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