About the Course
The Digital Forensics and Incident Response program provides a rigorous, practitioner-led exploration of the modern threat landscape. Organizations today do not just need security; they need forensic readiness that can withstand legal scrutiny and regulatory audits. To achieve this, you must demonstrate mastery in five core areas: live memory acquisition, filesystem timeline analysis, network artifact reconstruction, malware behavior profiling, and structured incident reporting. This course utilizes the ISO/IEC 27037 standard for digital evidence handling to ensure every action you take is technically sound and procedurally compliant.
What you will learn: This course delivers a comprehensive system for managing the full incident lifecycle. You will practice hands-on memory forensics using Volatility, conduct deep-dive file system analysis with FTK Imager, and perform network traffic reconstruction using Wireshark. While you will be introduced to the theoretical constructs of the Cyber Kill Chain, the primary focus is the practical application of the MITRE ATT&CK framework to map adversary behavior. By the end of the five days, you will have transitioned from basic log review to executing complex forensic workflows that identify the exact entry point, lateral movement, and data exfiltration paths used by attackers.
Target Audience
This course is built for technical professionals responsible for defending organizational assets and investigating security breaches.
- Tier 2 and Tier 3 SOC Analysts managing complex security escalations
- Digital Forensic Investigators requiring advanced filesystem analysis skills
- Incident Response Team Leads coordinating multi-departmental breach recovery
- Cybersecurity Engineers designing forensic-ready network architectures
- IT Auditors verifying compliance with data preservation standards
- Threat Hunters using forensic artifacts to identify undetected persistence
- Systems Administrators tasked with evidence preservation during local incidents
- Legal Professionals specializing in digital discovery and technical evidence
- Corporate Security Managers overseeing incident response policy implementation
- Law Enforcement Officers transitioning into private sector digital forensics
Course Objectives
This course equips you to design, execute, and report on digital investigations that ensure evidence integrity, regulatory compliance, and rapid operational recovery.
- Execute a structured incident response lifecycle based on NIST SP 800-61 standards
- Construct a defensible chain of custody using ISO/IEC 27037 evidence handling protocols
- Analyze volatile memory artifacts to identify hidden processes using the Volatility Framework
- Map adversary tactics and techniques using the MITRE ATT&CK knowledge base
- Perform deep-dive filesystem forensics to reconstruct attacker timelines and file activity
- Interpret network traffic captures to identify data exfiltration and lateral movement patterns
- Implement automated forensic collection workflows for remote and cloud-based endpoints
- Synthesize technical findings into a professional incident report for executive stakeholders
Requirements & Prerequisites
Participants should have an intermediate understanding of TCP/IP networking, Windows/Linux command-line interfaces, and basic cybersecurity principles. Familiarity with virtualization software (VMware or VirtualBox) is required for lab exercises. Previous experience in a Security Operations Center (SOC) or IT administration role is highly recommended.
Local Application and Business Return
How participants can apply the training in local operating conditions, and the return their organisation can plan for.
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Expected ROI
Training Methodology
This is a practical, outcome-driven course designed to turn forensic theory into measurable action and credible reporting.
Methodology includes:
- Hands-on memory analysis exercises using real-world infected RAM dump datasets
- Scenario simulation involving a multi-stage ransomware attack on a corporate network
- Forensic audit of a compromised workstation using the Autopsy forensic browser
- Stakeholder communication workshop focused on translating technical findings for legal counsel
- Case study analysis of documented APT campaigns across the financial and healthcare sectors
- Group workshop producing a comprehensive incident timeline and root cause analysis report
- Reflection exercise benchmarking current organizational IR plans against NIST best practices
Upcoming Sessions
Next available dates worldwide
Certification
Recognized credentials that advance your career
Participants who complete the Digital Forensics and Incident Response Training Program earn a Trainingcred Certificate of Achievement, demonstrating professional competence and alignment with global standards in learning and development.
NITA Accredited
Accredited by the National Industrial Training Authority, ensuring programs meet nationally recognized standards of quality and relevance.
CPD Certified
Recognized by the CPD Certification Service, ensuring every program meets internationally benchmarked standards of professional excellence.
Why this course earns its place on your CV
Accredited training, practitioner trainers, and peers on the same career track — the three things real expertise is built on.
Mission-Critical Skills
- Master evidence acquisition, preservation, and analysis used in real investigations.
- Learn to detect, contain, and eradicate threats across enterprise environments.
- Build hands-on expertise with industry-standard forensic and incident response tools.
Career Advancement
- Qualify for high-demand DFIR roles in cybersecurity's fastest-growing specialty.
- Strengthen your professional profile with verified incident response competencies.
- Graduate ready to lead forensic investigations and breach response engagements.
Practical, Expert-Led Training
- Train under seasoned practitioners who handle real-world cyber incidents daily.
- Apply skills immediately through realistic lab scenarios simulating active breaches.
- Access structured methodologies that translate directly to workplace performance.
Tools and platforms relevant to this field
Examples Vanuatu teams may encounter, and that may be featured in training where they support the confirmed course scope.
These are field-relevant examples, not a promise that every tool will be covered. Exact coverage depends on the confirmed course scope, participant needs, and delivery format.
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Volatility Framework Volatility FoundationUsed to inspect memory for traces of malware, live processes, injected code, and other volatile evidence during incident response.
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Autopsy Basis TechnologyUsed to examine disk images, recover files, and build a repeatable forensic review workflow after a suspected compromise.
