Duration
IR-200: Foundational Incident Response
15 days (e-learning)
Overview
OffSec’s Incident Response Essentials (IR-200) course provides cybersecurity professionals with practical training to prepare for, identify, and handle security incidents effectively. The course focuses on core incident response concepts and explores how organizations manage and mitigate cyber threats in real-world situations. Participants will learn to understand the incident response lifecycle, develop comprehensive incident response plans, and utilize tools and techniques for efficient detection and analysis of security events.
Upon successfully completing the hands-on exam, Learners earn the OffSec Certified Incident Responder (OSIR) certification. This credential validates expertise in foundational incident response practices, positioning you as a valuable asset to incident response teams, Security Operations Centers (SOCs), and organizations committed to strengthening their cybersecurity defenses.
Benefits
Upon completing IR-200 and successfully passing the OSIR exam, you’ll develop a strong foundation in:
- Incident response concepts and methodologies
- Preparation and planning for security incidents
- Detection and analysis of security events
- Containment, eradication, and recovery techniques
- Post-incident activities and reporting
- Practical skills applicable to roles in incident response, SOC analysis, and cybersecurity operations
About the exam
- The IR-200 course and online lab prepares you for the OffSec Certified Incident Responder (OSIR) exam
- 12-hour exam
- Proctored
Target Audience
The IR-200 course is designed for individuals seeking to build a strong foundation in incident response. It’s ideal for:
- Aspiring incident responders
- Security Operations Center (SOC) analysts
- IT security specialists
- Professionals aiming to transition into specialized cybersecurity roles focused on incident management
Prerequisites
There are no strict prerequisites for IR-200, but a basic understanding of networking concepts and operating systems (Windows and Linux) is recommended. Familiarity with fundamental cybersecurity principles will help you grasp the course material more effectively
Syllabus
- Incident Response Overview
- Fundamentals of Incident Response
- Phases of Incident Response
- Incident Response Communication Plans
- Common Attack Techniques
- Incident Detection and Identification
- Initial Impact Assessment
- Digital Forensics for Incident Responders
- Incident Response Case Management
- Active Incident Containment
- Incident Eradication and Recovery
- Post-Mortem Reporting
- Challenge Lab
Programme scope, delivery arrangements and suitability are confirmed during enquiry.