• Online, Instructor-Led

This online course prepares students to take on or support the role of manager of a cyber investigation unit (CIU). Major topics include establishing a cyber investigation unit, budgeting and procurement, personnel selection and managing investigations. Students learn how to establish a CIU on an organizational level and direct operational policies. The course explores requirements for personnel and facilities, and the importance of training to maintain consistent lab quality.

Learning Objectives

  • Explain organizational needs specific to establishing a CIU
  • Give examples of budgetary expenditures and concerns specific to cyber investigations
  • Explain personality traits and skill sets to be considered for the recruitment and retention of CIU personnel
  • Summarize how to manage a cyber investigation

Framework Connections

The materials within this course focus on the NICE Framework Task, Knowledge, and Skill statements identified within the indicated NICE Framework component(s):

Specialty Areas

  • Incident Response

Specialty Areas have been removed from the NICE Framework. With the recent release of the new NICE Framework data, updates to courses are underway. Until this course can be updated, this historical information is provided to give better context as to how it can help you with your cybersecurity goals.

Feedback

If you would like to provide feedback for this course, please e-mail the NICCS SO at NICCS@hq.dhs.gov.