CertNexus: CyberSec First Responder

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     “CyberSec First Responder® (CFR) is a comprehensive, in-demand certification designed to validate the knowledge and skills required to protect these critical information systems before, during, and after an incident.”    

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 DISTANCE COURSE
Date: 17 April – 28 April

This exam will certify that the candidate can identify, assess, respond to, and protect against security threats and operate a system and network security analysis platform.

The CFR exam is accredited under the ISO/IEC 17024:2012 standard and is approved by the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) to fulfill Directive 8570/8140 requirements.

TARGET CANDIDATE
Individuals with between 3 and 5 years of experience working in a computing environment as part of a CERT/CSIRT/SOC who protect critical information systems before, during, and after an incident.

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Information Security and IT Auditor
Systems Analyst
Network Analyst
Incident Analyst
Security Analyst
Network Security Engineer
Information Assurance Analyst
Network Defense Technician
Network Administrator
Information Systems Security Engineer
Why Get CyberSec First Responder CertifiedCyberSec First Responder (CFR) has emerged as the industry standard for those desiring to confirm their abilities to prepare for, defend against, and respond to cybersecurity incident in an ever-evolving threat landscape.|PROVE YOUR SKILLSValidate a foundational knowledge of security concepts, common threats, protective steps, and effective responses to security events.LEAD KNOWLEDGEABLE SECURITY EXPERTSVerify that applicants and team members have the requisite skills and ability to continuously and consistently identify, assess, and minimize risks and vulnerabilities, while effectively communicating recommended remediation steps with your team and leadership.
Cybersecurity TrainingTo respond effectively to cybersecurity threats and attacks, you require hands-on practice. CertNexus CFR training discusses key security concepts and actions while providing ample opportunities to practice the required skills of a cybersecurity professional.
Benefits of Strong CybersecurityPreparing for a CyberattackSystem hacking attacks, web-based attacks, malware, DoS incidents, advanced persistent threats, hijacking and phishing or impersonation attacks – these are constant risks. It is critical that organizations be prepared for cyberattacks before they happen, identifying and mitigating risks, and putting in place procedures for recognizing and responding to them when they arise. Those holding the CyberSec First Responder certification are prepared to assess threats, reduce vulnerabilities and put in place safeguards to mitigate those risks.Defending During a CyberattackWhen security incidents occur, cybersecurity professionals must be able to quickly analyze the situation, respond to the attack, isolate and protect information, and prevent further disruption. The Cybersec First Responder certification confirms that cybersecurity specialists are empowered to do just that – take action against the attack while defending their organizations from further threats and intrusions. Responding After a CyberattackAfter a cyberattack has occurred, taking steps to determine where the vulnerability lies and how to secure it, analyzing the impact of the attack, and making changes to further secure the system is imperative. Investigations must be thorough and accurate. Professionals holding the CyberSec First Responder certification are essential to because they understand exactly what needs to be done.

What is included in the price?

All materials needed to complete the course are included in the course fee. This includes course literature, exercise assignments and fees for the certification exam.

The course is held remotely in a virtual classroom. All lectures are recorded and are available as reference material for two weeks after course completion.

Prerequisites

  • Good computer skills
  • Possession of own workstation with the latest version of Illustrator installed. (Please check compatibility between the operating system version and the software used during the course well in advance.)

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 The registration becomes binding once you have received an admission notice and you have accepted.

Please note that this course may be held in English.

Partial payment of the course fee may be possible through our financing partner, SVEA.