GIAC Certified Incident Handler (GCIH)

Description:

The GIAC Certified Incident Handler (GCIH) certification validates expertise in detecting, responding to, and mitigating security incidents. This course provides a deep understanding of cyber threats, attack techniques, and effective incident response strategies. Participants will learn how to identify, contain, and eradicate threats while minimizing business impact.

The training covers:

• The hacker's attack cycle and real-world cyber threats
• Hands-on incident response techniques and digital forensics
• Malware analysis, vulnerability exploitation, and threat intelligence
• Using SIEM, IDS/IPS, and log analysis for threat detection
• Defensive countermeasures and attack mitigation strategies

By the end of the course, participants will be well-equipped to handle real-world security incidents and pass the GCIH certification exam.

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Duration: 5 Days

Course Code: BDT410

Learning Objectives:

After completing this course, participants will be able to:

• Understand the cyber kill chain and attack lifecycle.
• Detect and analyze security incidents using various tools.
• Perform effective incident response and forensic investigations.
• Apply security controls to prevent and mitigate attacks.
• Use ethical hacking techniques to understand adversary behavior.
• Respond to malware infections, phishing attacks, and APTs.
• Investigate log files, network traffic, and compromised systems.

• Basic knowledge of cybersecurity concepts
• Understanding of networking, operating systems, and security threats
• Experience in IT security, system administration, or incident response (recommended)

• Security Analysts & Engineers

• Incident Handlers & SOC Analysts

• IT Administrators & Network Defenders

• Penetration Testers & Ethical Hackers

• Anyone preparing for the GIAC Certified Incident Handler (GCIH) certification

Course Outline:

Module 1: Incident Handling & Attack Lifecycle

• Introduction to Incident Response (IR) & Cyber Kill Chain
• Incident handling process (Preparation, Detection, Containment, Eradication, Recovery)
• Cyber threat landscape and attacker motivations
• MITRE ATT&CK framework overview
• Threat intelligence gathering techniques

Hands-On Labs:

• Simulating an incident response scenario
• Analyzing attack patterns with MITRE ATT&CK

Module 2: Attack Techniques & Exploitation Methods

• Common attack vectors (network, web, email, social engineering)
• Exploit development and zero-day vulnerabilities
• Privilege escalation and lateral movement tactics
• Web application vulnerabilities (OWASP Top 10)
• Social engineering and phishing attack methods

Hands-On Labs:
✔ Exploiting a vulnerable application with Metasploit
Conducting a phishing attack simulation

Module 3: Malware Analysis & Reverse Engineering

• Types of malware (ransomware, rootkits, trojans, worms, spyware)
• Static and dynamic malware analysis techniques
• Identifying Indicators of Compromise (IoCs)
• Sandboxing and behavioral analysis
• Using YARA rules for threat hunting

Hands-On Labs:
✔ Extracting and analyzing malware samples
✔ Identifying IoCs using YARA rules

Module 4: Network Traffic Analysis & Forensics

• Packet analysis with Wireshark
• Intrusion Detection & Prevention Systems (IDS/IPS)
• SIEM solutions (Splunk, ELK, Security Onion)
• Detecting command and control (C2) traffic
• Identifying data exfiltration attempts

Hands-On Labs:
✔ Analyzing network traffic for malicious activity
✔ Investigating alerts using SIEM

Module 5: Digital Forensics & Incident Investigation

• Collecting and preserving digital evidence
• Log file analysis (Windows Event Logs, Syslog)
• Memory forensics using Volatility
• Disk forensics using Autopsy
• Chain of custody and legal considerations

Hands-On Labs:
✔ Performing memory forensics with Volatility
✔ Investigating a compromised system

Module 6: Defensive Countermeasures & Threat Mitigation

• Implementing security controls (firewalls, IDS/IPS, endpoint security)
• Network segmentation and Zero Trust Architecture (ZTA)
• Patching, vulnerability management, and configuration hardening
• Security monitoring and log correlation strategies
• Responding to insider threats and advanced persistent threats (APTs)

Hands-On Labs:

• Implementing security controls using a firewall
• Detecting and mitigating insider threats

Capstone Project: Real-World Incident Handling Exercise

On the final day, participants will apply their knowledge in a real-world cybersecurity challenge:

• Identifying malicious activity in network logs
• Containing and mitigating an ongoing security incident
• Analyzing malware and identifying its impact
• Developing an incident response report

Course Materials Provided

• GCIH Exam Study Guide
• Incident Response Playbooks & Cheat Sheets
• Sample Security Policies & Procedures
• Hands-on Labs & Configuration Guides

GIAC GCIH Exam Information

• Exam Duration: 4 hours
• Number of Questions: 106 (Multiple Choice)
• Passing Score: 70%
• Exam Format: Proctored, Computer-Based Testing (CBT)
• Certification Body: GIAC (Global Information Assurance Certification)

Why Take This Course?

• Covers all GIAC GCIH domains with in-depth technical training.
• Hands-on labs with real-world incident handling scenarios.
• Expert-led training by security professionals.
• Prepares participants for the GCIH certification exam.
• Access to GCIH practice tests and exam prep resources.