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Managing Cybersecurity Incidents and Disasters

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Course Summary

Learn how to manage cybersecurity incidents and disasters with this course. Explore the best practices for handling and responding to security incidents, and gain the skills to develop and implement disaster recovery plans.

Key Learning Points

Understand the key principles of incident response and disaster recovery
Learn how to identify and analyze security incidents
Develop and implement effective disaster recovery plans

Learning Outcomes

Develop an effective incident response plan
Create a disaster recovery plan that meets industry best practices
Identify and analyze security incidents to minimize damage

Prerequisites or good to have knowledge before taking this course

Basic knowledge of cybersecurity concepts
Familiarity with IT infrastructure

Course Difficulty Level

Intermediate

Course Format

Online video lectures
Quizzes and assignments
Peer-reviewed projects

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Description

Most organizations plan for routine operations, but what happens when unexpected events overtake the routine? This course examines contingency planning used to prepare for and manage non-normal operations, including cybersecurity incidents – like hacking attempts, web site defacement, denial of service attacks, information disclosures; a well as other natural and man-made cybersecurity disasters.

In this course, a learner will be able to: ● Define and describe the components of a cybersecurity contingency planning program ● Identify the components and structure of an effective cybersecurity incident response program ● Identify the components and structure of an effective cybersecurity disaster recovery program ● Define and describe recommended contingency strategies including data backup and recovery and continuity of cybersecurity operations.

Knowledge

Define and describe the components of a cybersecurity contingency planning program
Identify the components and structure of an effective cybersecurity incident response program
Identify the components and structure of an effective cybersecurity disaster recovery program
Define and describe recommended contingency strategies including data backup and recovery and continuity of cybersecurity operations

Outline

Welcome to Managing Cybersecurity Incidents and Disasters (Course 4)
Welcome to Managing Cybersecurity Incidents and Disasters

Introduction to Contingency Planning (Module 4.1)
Introduction to Contingency Planning
What is Contingency Planning?
The Contingency Planning Methodology
The Business Impact Analysis
CP Strategies - Data Backup and Recovery – Part 1
CP Strategies - Data Backup and Recovery – Part 2
CP Strategies - Real-Time Protection, Server Recovery, and Application Recovery
Introduction to Contingency Planning
What is Contingency Planning?
The Contingency Planning Methodology
The Business Impact Analysis
CP Strategies - Data Backup and Recovery – Part 2
Introduction to Contingency Planning

Incident Response (Module 4.2)
Incident Response
What is Incident Response?
Incident Response Planning
Incident Response: Detection and Containment
Incident Response: Recovery
Incident Response
Incident Response
What is Incident Response?
Incident Response Planning
Incident Response: Detection and Containment
Incident Response: Recovery
Wrap-up Quiz for Incident Response

Disaster Recovery (Module 4.3)
Disaster Recovery
Disaster Recovery Planning
Disaster Classifications
Planning for Disasters
Disaster Preparation
Disaster Recovery
Disaster
Disaster Recovery Planning
Disaster Classifications
Planning for Disasters
Disaster Preparation
Wrap-up for Disaster Recovery

Business Continuity (Module 4.4)
Business Continuity
Business Continuity Planning
Business Continuity Timing and Sequence
Crisis Management
Business Continuity Wrap up
Business Continuity
Business Continuity Planning
Business Continuity Timing and Sequence
Crisis Management
Business Continuity

Course Wrap Up for Managing Cybersecurity Incidents and Disasters
Wrap Up for Managing Cybersecurity Incidents and Disasters
Wrap Up Exam for Managing Cybersecurity Incidents and Disasters

Summary of User Reviews

Learn how to manage cybersecurity incidents and disasters with this course from Coursera. Users have praised the course for its comprehensive content and practical approach. Overall, the course has received positive feedback from learners.

Key Aspect Users Liked About This Course

The course's practical approach to managing cybersecurity incidents and disasters was highly praised by many users.

Pros from User Reviews

Comprehensive content that covers a wide range of topics related to cybersecurity incidents and disasters
Practical approach that focuses on real-world scenarios and provides actionable insights
Engaging and interactive course material that keeps learners interested and motivated
Experienced instructors with a deep understanding of cybersecurity incidents and disasters
Flexible learning options that allow learners to study at their own pace

Cons from User Reviews

Some users felt that the course was too technical and required a strong background in cybersecurity
Limited opportunities for interaction with instructors and other learners
Some users reported technical issues with the course platform
The course may not be suitable for beginners or those with limited knowledge of cybersecurity
The course may be too basic for experienced cybersecurity professionals

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