Intro to Windows Digital Forensics and Incident Response

Course Headline: 🚀 Dive into Windows Digital Forensics and Incident Response with Expert Robert McMillen!

Course Title: Intro to Windows Digital Forensics and Incident Response

Course Description:

Welcome to the Intro to Windows Digital Forensics and Incident Response course, your first step into the world of cybersecurity! This comprehensive course is tailored for security professionals, IT enthusiasts, and students who are eager to learn about the tools and techniques used in digital forensics and incident response. With over 100 IT courses under his belt, Professor Robert McMillen brings a wealth of knowledge and practical experience to Udemy, previously sharing his expertise with renowned platforms like LinkedIn Learning, Pluralsight, and The InfoSec Institute.

👨‍💻 What You'll Learn:

• Fundamental Tools & Techniques: Get hands-on with both built-in Windows tools and third-party applications that are essential for forensic analysis.
• Data Preservation: Understand the importance of data preservation and how to handle evidence properly.
• Emergency Response Preparedness: Know what to do before, during, and after an incident strikes.
• Legal & Professional Responsibility: Learn how to respond to an incident within legal and professional boundaries.
• Identify Security Breaches: Discover how to determine if your system has been compromised by analyzing the Windows Registry, antimalware software, and SIEM log aggregation tools.
• Hands-On Demonstrations: Watch real-time demonstrations of sending and receiving data packets with tools like Zenmap and Wireshark.
• Chain of Custody: Ensure your forensic findings are admissible in court by maintaining a proper chain of custody.
• Incident Response Documentation: Download an Incident Response document to guide you through the process.
• Quizzes & Commands: Test your knowledge with quizzes and practice with commands provided throughout the course.

Course Features:

• 🎥 Real-World Demonstrations: Engage with practical demonstrations that illustrate how to use tools like Autopsy for forensic analysis and RAM for current processes.
• ✅ Incident Response Workflow: Learn the order of action when malware is detected on your network, stepping into the role of an IT hero.
• 🔍 Forensic Skills: Master the skills to locate attackers within your system and respond effectively to cyber incidents.
• 📚 Comprehensive Materials: Access a wealth of resources including incident response documents, quizzes, and hands-on exercises.
• 👩‍🏫 Expert Instructor: Benefit from Robert McMillen's extensive experience in the field of IT security and training.

Why Take This Course?

Whether you're looking to strengthen your current cybersecurity role, pivot into digital forensics and incident response, or simply gain a deeper understanding of how to protect and respond to network attacks, this course is your gateway to mastering Windows-based investigations and incident management.

Enroll now and embark on your journey to becoming an expert in Windows Digital Forensics and Incident Response! 🎓

Remember, as you progress through the course, every step you take is a move towards becoming a seasoned digital forensic specialist and incident responder. Let's get started on this thrilling journey together! 🚀🕵️‍♂️👩‍💻