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Incident Investigation with IBM Security QRadar

Ricardo Reimao

The incident response team is responsible for investigating offenses, determining the impact of incidents, and creating eradication/remediation plans. This course will teach you how to respond to cyber incidents using the IBM Security QRadar SIEM.

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The incident response team is responsible for investigating offenses, determining the impact of incidents, and creating eradication/remediation plans. This course will teach you how to respond to cyber incidents using the IBM Security QRadar SIEM.

The IBM Security QRadar is a complete SIEM solution that helps you to detect threats and investigate incidents. In this course, Incident Investigation with IBM Security QRadar, you’ll learn how to respond to cybersecurity incidents using the QRadar SIEM solution. First, you’ll explore the overall incident response process and the QRadar investigation best practices. Next, you’ll discover through our demos how to find indicators of compromise and investigate the main incident types using the SIEM. Finally, you’ll learn how to define a proper containment, eradication, and recovery plan. When you’re finished with this course, you’ll have the skills and knowledge of QRadar needed to respond to cyber incidents.

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Course Overview
The Incident Response Process
Incident #1: The Compromised AWS Cloud
Incident #2: The Botnet
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Builds a foundational understanding of incident response using QRadar
Taught by seasoned instructors with significant experience in incident response and QRadar
Demonstrates practical and hands-on techniques through interactive demos
Guides learners in developing a comprehensive incident response plan
Assumes a basic understanding of cybersecurity concepts and incident response fundamentals

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Practical qradar incident investigation

According to students, this course offers a highly practical and hands-on approach to incident investigation using IBM Security QRadar SIEM. Learners appreciate the real-world scenarios, such as compromised AWS clouds and botnet attacks, which provide a clear understanding of the incident response process. Many found the demonstrations and labs particularly useful for gaining practical experience. While largely positive, some noted that prior basic cybersecurity knowledge is beneficial. The course is considered valuable for professionals seeking to develop or refine their QRadar investigation skills.
Ideal for those new to QRadar but with basic security understanding.
"I came in with some basic cybersecurity knowledge, and the course built on that perfectly for QRadar."
"This course is excellent if you're looking to start with QRadar, but it might be too introductory for senior analysts."
"I recommend having a foundational understanding of networking and security before diving deep into this."
Instructor effectively communicates complex QRadar concepts.
"The instructor clearly knows QRadar inside and out and explains things in an engaging way."
"I appreciated how the instructor walked through each step of the incident investigation."
"Their expertise made the more challenging parts of the course much easier to follow."
Provides a structured approach to incident response with QRadar.
"The explanations were clear and concise, making complex QRadar concepts easy to grasp."
"I found the overall incident response process well-explained, which anchored the QRadar specific lessons."
"The course material is highly relevant to current cybersecurity threats and incident types."
Focuses on real-world incident investigation using QRadar.
"The hands-on labs and real-world scenarios were invaluable for understanding QRadar in a practical setting."
"I particularly enjoyed the incident walkthroughs; they helped me apply theoretical knowledge directly."
"This course is great for getting practical experience with QRadar, which is exactly what I needed for my job."
Labs are crucial but occasional setup or version issues noted.
"While the labs were essential, I sometimes faced minor issues with the lab environment not loading correctly."
"I had to spend some time troubleshooting the virtual lab setup before I could even begin the practical exercises."
"It would be helpful if the QRadar version in the labs was always the very latest, though it didn't hinder learning much."

Activities

Be better prepared before your course. Deepen your understanding during and after it. Supplement your coursework and achieve mastery of the topics covered in Incident Investigation with IBM Security QRadar with these activities:
Review QRadar User Interface
Ensures familiarity with the QRadar interface, which is essential for effective incident investigation in the course.
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  • Access the QRadar interface.
  • Explore the menus, dashboards, and widgets.
  • Practice navigating and searching for information.
Review Incident Response Plan
Reinforces foundational knowledge of incident response best practices, helping you better understand and apply the concepts taught in the course.
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  • Identify key elements of an incident response plan.
  • Summarize the steps involved in responding to a cyber incident.
  • Recall the roles and responsibilities of incident response team members.
Organize Course Resources
Improves organization and accessibility of course materials, aiding in efficient review and knowledge retention.
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  • Create a dedicated folder or notebook for course materials.
  • Categorize and organize notes, assignments, and other resources.
  • Use highlighters, sticky notes, or annotations to emphasize key concepts.
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Host a Study Group
Encourages collaboration, knowledge sharing, and reinforces concepts through peer-to-peer discussion.
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  • Gather a group of classmates or colleagues.
  • Define the topics and schedule regular meetings.
  • Facilitate discussions and encourage active participation.
  • Review key concepts, practice incident response scenarios.
Shadow an Incident Response Team
Provides practical, real-world insights into the incident response process and allows you to observe the application of concepts learned in the course.
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  • Contact IT security professionals within your organization or reach out to security teams in your industry.
  • Observe and document the incident response process followed by the team.
  • Analyze the effectiveness of their strategies and identify areas for improvement.
Develop a Threat Hunting Plan
Enhances your understanding of threat hunting techniques and allows you to apply course concepts to a practical scenario.
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  • Define the scope and objectives of your threat hunting plan.
  • Identify potential threat indicators and attack vectors.
  • Develop a threat hunting methodology and select appropriate tools.
  • Establish a process for reviewing and analyzing threat intelligence.
  • Document your plan and share it with relevant stakeholders.
Participate in Cybersecurity Challenges
Provides a competitive and engaging way to test your incident response skills and gain exposure to real-world scenarios.
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  • Identify and register for relevant cybersecurity challenges.
  • Read the challenge rules and familiarize yourself with the scoring system.
  • Analyze the scenario and apply your incident response knowledge.
  • Collaborate with teammates (if applicable) and develop a solution.
  • Submit your solution and track your progress on the leaderboard.

Career center

Learners who complete Incident Investigation with IBM Security QRadar will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:
Information Security Analyst
An information security analyst is responsible for detecting, preventing, and responding to cyber threats. This course will teach you how to use IBM Security QRadar to investigate cyber incidents and develop eradication/remediation plans. These skills are essential for information security analysts who want to be able to effectively respond to cyber attacks.
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Cybersecurity Analyst
A cybersecurity analyst is responsible for protecting an organization's computer systems and networks from cyber attacks. This course will teach you how to use IBM Security QRadar to investigate cyber incidents and develop eradication/remediation plans. These skills are essential for cybersecurity analysts who want to be able to effectively respond to cyber attacks.
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Incident Responder
An incident responder is responsible for investigating and responding to cyber incidents. This course will teach you how to use IBM Security QRadar to investigate cyber incidents and develop eradication/remediation plans. These skills are essential for incident responders who want to be able to effectively respond to cyber attacks.
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Security Engineer
A security engineer is responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining an organization's security infrastructure. This course will teach you how to use IBM Security QRadar to investigate cyber incidents and develop eradication/remediation plans. These skills are essential for security engineers who want to be able to effectively respond to cyber attacks.
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Security Architect
A security architect is responsible for designing and implementing an organization's security strategy. This course will teach you how to use IBM Security QRadar to investigate cyber incidents and develop eradication/remediation plans. These skills are essential for security architects who want to be able to effectively respond to cyber attacks.
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Chief Information Security Officer (CISO)
A chief information security officer (CISO) is responsible for overseeing an organization's information security program. This course will teach you how to use IBM Security QRadar to investigate cyber incidents and develop eradication/remediation plans. These skills are essential for CISOs who want to be able to effectively respond to cyber attacks.
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Information Technology (IT) Auditor
An information technology (IT) auditor is responsible for evaluating an organization's IT systems and controls to ensure that they are secure. This course will teach you how to use IBM Security QRadar to investigate cyber incidents and develop eradication/remediation plans. These skills are essential for IT auditors who want to be able to effectively evaluate an organization's security posture.
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Penetration Tester
A penetration tester is responsible for testing an organization's security systems to identify vulnerabilities. This course will teach you how to use IBM Security QRadar to investigate cyber incidents and develop eradication/remediation plans. These skills are essential for penetration testers who want to be able to effectively identify and exploit vulnerabilities in an organization's security systems.
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Forensic Investigator
A forensic investigator is responsible for investigating cyber crimes. This course will teach you how to use IBM Security QRadar to investigate cyber incidents and develop eradication/remediation plans. These skills are essential for forensic investigators who want to be able to effectively investigate cyber crimes.
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Security Consultant
A security consultant is responsible for providing security advice and guidance to organizations. This course will teach you how to use IBM Security QRadar to investigate cyber incidents and develop eradication/remediation plans. These skills are essential for security consultants who want to be able to effectively provide security advice and guidance to organizations.
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Risk Manager
A risk manager is responsible for identifying and managing risks to an organization's assets. This course will teach you how to use IBM Security QRadar to investigate cyber incidents and develop eradication/remediation plans. These skills are essential for risk managers who want to be able to effectively identify and manage risks to an organization's assets.
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Compliance Officer
A compliance officer is responsible for ensuring that an organization complies with all applicable laws and regulations. This course will teach you how to use IBM Security QRadar to investigate cyber incidents and develop eradication/remediation plans. These skills are essential for compliance officers who want to be able to effectively ensure that their organization complies with all applicable laws and regulations.
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Data Protection Officer (DPO)
A data protection officer (DPO) is responsible for protecting an organization's data from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure. This course will teach you how to use IBM Security QRadar to investigate cyber incidents and develop eradication/remediation plans. These skills are essential for DPOs who want to be able to effectively protect their organization's data from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure.
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Privacy Officer
A privacy officer is responsible for protecting an organization's privacy from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure. This course will teach you how to use IBM Security QRadar to investigate cyber incidents and develop eradication/remediation plans. These skills are essential for privacy officers who want to be able to effectively protect their organization's privacy from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure.
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Security Operations Center (SOC) Analyst
A security operations center (SOC) analyst is responsible for monitoring an organization's security systems and responding to security incidents. This course will teach you how to use IBM Security QRadar to investigate cyber incidents and develop eradication/remediation plans. These skills are essential for SOC analysts who want to be able to effectively monitor an organization's security systems and respond to security incidents.
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Reading list

We've selected eight books that we think will supplement your learning. Use these to develop background knowledge, enrich your coursework, and gain a deeper understanding of the topics covered in Incident Investigation with IBM Security QRadar.
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Hacking Exposed 7
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This widely-used textbook provides an in-depth look at network security vulnerabilities and mitigation techniques. It valuable resource for understanding the technical aspects of incident investigation.
Hacking Exposed 7: Network Security Secrets and...
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Security Engineering and Tobias on Locks Two-Book...
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Provides an in-depth look at the principles of security engineering, covering topics such as risk assessment, threat modeling, and system design. It valuable resource for understanding the foundations of incident response.
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Computer Security
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Provides a comprehensive overview of computer security, covering a wide range of topics including incident response. It useful resource for understanding the context and principles underlying incident investigation.
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Synthetic Media, Deepfakes, and Cyber Deception
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Provides an in-depth look at malware forensics, covering techniques for analyzing and investigating malicious code. It valuable resource for understanding the technical aspects of incident investigation.
Synthetic Media, Deepfakes, and Cyber Deception:...
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IBM QRadar Version 7.3 Planning and Installation...
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Provides a comprehensive overview of incident response, from planning and preparation to containment and recovery. It valuable resource for understanding the IBM Security Incident Response Framework.
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The Art of Deception
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Explores the psychology and techniques of social engineering, providing insights into how attackers exploit human vulnerabilities. It useful read for understanding the importance of security awareness and training.
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The Hacker Playbook 3
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Provides a practical guide to penetration testing, covering techniques and tools used by attackers. It valuable resource for understanding the methods that attackers use to exploit vulnerabilities.
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System Forensics, Investigation, and Response
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Provides a practical overview of incident response and recovery, covering topics such as incident handling, disaster recovery, and business continuity planning. It valuable resource for understanding the basics of incident response.
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Builds a foundational understanding of incident response using QRadar
Taught by seasoned instructors with significant experience in incident response and QRadar
Demonstrates practical and hands-on techniques through interactive demos
Guides learners in developing a comprehensive incident response plan
Assumes a basic understanding of cybersecurity concepts and incident response fundamentals
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