CyberSec First
Responder (CFR-410)
Overview
This course is designed to assist students in preparing for the CertNexus CyberSec First Responder (Exam CFR-410) certification examination. What you learn and practice in this course can be a significant part of your preparation. In addition, this course and subsequent certification (CFR-410) meet all requirements for personnel requiring DoD directive 8570.01-M position certification baselines:
• CSSP Analyst
• CSSP Infrastructure Support
• CSSP Incident Responder
• CSSP Auditor
Course Objective
In this course, you will identify, assess, respond to, and protect against security threats and operate a
system and network security analysis platform. You will:
• Assess cybersecurity risks to the organization
• Analyze the threat landscape
• Analyze various reconnaissance threats to computing and network environments
• Analyze various attacks on computing and network environments
• Analyze various post-attack techniques
• Assess the organization’s security posture through auditing, vulnerability management, and
penetration testing
• Collect cybersecurity intelligence from various network-based and host-based sources
• Analyze log data to reveal evidence of threats and incidents
• Perform active asset and network analysis to detect incidents
• Respond to cybersecurity incidents using containment, mitigation, and recovery tactics
• Investigate cybersecurity incidents using forensic analysis techniques
Who Should Attend
Prerequisites
To ensure your success in this course, you should meet the following requirements:
• At least two years (recommended) of experience or education in computer network security
technology or a related field.
• The ability or curiosity to recognize information security vulnerabilities and threats in the context
of risk management.
• Foundational knowledge of the concepts and operational framework of common assurance
safeguards in network environments. Safeguards include, but are not limited to, firewalls,
intrusion prevention systems, and VPNs.
• General knowledge of the concepts and operational framework of common assurance safeguards
in computing environments. Safeguards include, but are not limited to, basic authentication and
authorization, resource permissions, and anti-malware mechanisms.
• Foundation-level skills with some of the common operating systems for computing
environments.
• Entry-level understanding of some of the common concepts for network environments, such as
routing and switching.
• General or practical knowledge of major TCP/IP networking protocols, including, but not limited
to, TCP, IP, UDP, DNS, HTTP, ARP, ICMP, and DHCP.
Training Calendar
Intake
Duration
Program Fees
Module
Module 1 - Assessing Information Security Risk
• Identify the Importance of Risk Management
• Assess Risk
• Mitigate Risk
• Integrate Documentation into Risk Management
Module 2 - Analyzing the Threat Landscape
• Classify Threats and Threat Profiles
• Analyze Trends Affecting Security Posture
Module 3 - Analyzing Reconnaissance Threats to Computing and Network Environments
• Implement Threat Modeling
• Assess the Impact of Reconnaissance Incidents
• Assess the Impact of Social Engineering
Module 4 - Analyzing Attacks on Computing and Network Environments
• Assess the Impact of System Hacking Attacks
• Assess the Impact of Web-Based Attacks
• Assess the Impact of Malware
• Assess the Impact of Hijacking and Impersonation Attacks
• Assess the Impact of DoS Incidents
• Assess the Impact of Threats to Mobile Security
• Assess the Impact of Threats to Cloud Security
Module 5 - Analyzing Post-Attack Techniques
• Assess Command and Control Techniques
• Assess Persistence Techniques
• Assess Lateral Movement and Pivoting Techniques
• Assess Data Exfiltration Techniques
• Assess Anti-Forensics Techniques
Module 6 - Assesing the Organization’s Security Posture
• Implement Cybersecurity Auditing
• Implement a Vulnerability Management Plan
• Assess Vulnerabilities
• Conduct Penetration Testing
Module 7 - Collecting Cybersecurity Intelligence
• Deploy a Security Intelligence Collection and Analysis Platform
• Collect Data from Network-Based Intelligence Sources
• Collect Data from Host-Based Intelligence Sources
Module 8 - Analyzing Log Data
• Use Common Tools to Analyze Logs
• Use SIEM Tools for Analysis
Module 9 - Performing Active Asset and Network Analysis
• Analyze Incidents with Windows-Based Tools
• Analyze Incidents with Linux-Based Tools
• Analyze Indicators of Compromise
Module 10 - Responding to Cybersecurity Incidents
• Deploy an Incident Handling and Response Architecture
• Mitigate Incidents
• Hand Over Incident Information to a Forensic Investigation
Module 11 - Investigating Cybersecurity Incidents
• Apply a Forensic Investigation Plan
• Securely Collect and Analyze Electronic Evidence
• Follow Up on the Results of an Investigation
FAQs
General Questions:
Q: What is the CyberSec First Responder (CFR-410) course about?
The CyberSec First Responder (CFR-410) course focuses on defending information systems by identifying, assessing, and responding to security threats. Aligned with industry standards such as NIST 800-61r2 and DoD Directive 8570.01-M, the course equips participants with the knowledge and tools necessary for threat detection, incident response, cybersecurity intelligence gathering, and forensic analysis. It also prepares students for the CertNexus CFR-410 certification exam.
Q: Who should attend this course?
This course is designed for cybersecurity professionals who protect information systems by ensuring their availability, integrity, confidentiality, and non-repudiation. It is ideal for individuals involved in Defensive Cyber Operations (DCO), DoD Information Network (DoDIN) operations, and incident handling, including CSSP Analysts, Incident Responders, Infrastructure Support, and Auditors.
Q: What are the prerequisites for this course?
Participants should have at least two years of experience or education in computer network security or a related field. A foundational understanding of network and computing environment safeguards (e.g., firewalls, authentication, VPNs), familiarity with operating systems, basic networking concepts, and TCP/IP protocols is recommended.
Q: How long is the course?
The course duration is 5 days.
Q: What key topics are covered in this course?
The course includes eleven modules covering all stages of cybersecurity defense and incident handling:
Module 1: Assessing Information Security Risk
Module 2: Analyzing the Threat Landscape
Module 3: Analyzing Reconnaissance Threats
Module 4: Analyzing Attacks on Systems and Networks
Module 5: Analyzing Post-Attack Techniques
Module 6: Assessing the Organization’s Security Posture
Module 7: Collecting Cybersecurity Intelligence
Module 8: Analyzing Log Data
Module 9: Performing Active Asset and Network Analysis
Module 10: Responding to Cybersecurity Incidents
Module 11: Investigating Cybersecurity Incidents
Q: Will I receive a certification after completing the course?
Completing this course prepares students for the CertNexus CyberSec First Responder (CFR-410) certification exam. Successfully passing the exam and meeting all requirements qualifies individuals for roles under DoD Directive 8570.01-M and grants them the CFR certification.
Program Content & Skills:
Q: What foundational security concepts will I learn in this course?
You’ll develop a strong understanding of cybersecurity risk management, including how to assess, mitigate, and document risk. The course introduces key concepts such as threat classification, vulnerability assessment, and risk prioritization to support decision-making in a security operations context.
Q: How does the course prepare me to align cybersecurity efforts with organizational goals?
Through modules on risk management, auditing, and intelligence collection, the course emphasizes how cybersecurity supports broader business objectives. You’ll learn to implement structured response strategies, integrate security documentation, and align defense measures with operational needs.
Q: What skills will I develop in assessing and mitigating cybersecurity risks?
You’ll learn to conduct comprehensive risk assessments, evaluate organizational vulnerabilities, and implement mitigation strategies. The course also covers how to use auditing tools, vulnerability management plans, and penetration testing to reinforce your organization’s security posture.
Q: Will I learn how to secure IT systems, networks, and data?
Yes, the course provides in-depth knowledge on identifying and responding to system and network threats, from reconnaissance to post-attack techniques. You’ll work with tools and methods for securing Windows and Linux environments, analyzing indicators of compromise, and applying forensic techniques.
Q: How does the course address compliance, monitoring, and incident handling?
You’ll study frameworks like NIST and DoD directives to ensure compliance, while learning to collect and analyze cybersecurity intelligence, deploy incident handling procedures, and conduct forensic investigations. Continuous monitoring, documentation, and follow-up are emphasized to support regulatory and operational standards.
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