Cybersec First Responder Certification Training (CFR)

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$3295

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Course Overview

The CyberSec First Responder (CFR) course from CertNexus equips practitioners with the skills to assess risk, monitor for intrusions, analyze threats, and respond to incidents in real time. Built around leading frameworks like NIST 800-61r2 and PPD-41, this 5-day course prepares learners to protect information systems and carry out Defensive Cyber Operations (DCO) effectively.

Course Length:        5 Days

Audience: This course is designed primarily for cybersecurity practitioners preparing for or who currently perform job functions related to protecting information systems by ensuring their availability, integrity, authentication, confidentiality, and non-repudiation. It is ideal for those roles within federal contracting companies and private sector firms whose mission or strategic objectives require the execution of Defensive Cyber Operations (DCO) or DoD Information Network (DoDIN) operation and incident handling. 

Prerequisites: 2+ years of experience in computer network security technology or a related field. You can obtain the level of skill and knowledge required by taking the following courses: CompTIA A+, CompTIA Network +, and CompTIA Security+

What You're Going To Learn

  • Assess cybersecurity risks and analyze threat landscapes
  • Identify and respond to reconnaissance, malware, and network-based attacks
  • Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing
  • Collect and analyze log data using SIEM and forensic tools
  • Execute structured incident response and recovery procedures

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Jul 6, 2026 Boise/Online Live $3,295.00 Register
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Jan 4, 2027 Boise/Online Live $3,295.00 Register

Course Outline

Lesson 1: Assessing Information Security Risk

  • Identify the Importance of Risk Management
  • Assess Risk
  • Mitigate Risk
  • Integrate Documentation into Risk Management

Lesson 2: Creating and Information Assurance Lifecycle Process

  • Evaluate Information Assurance Lifecycle Models
  • Align Information Security Operations to the Information Assurance Lifecycle
  • Align Information Assurance and Compliance Regulations

Lesson 3: Analyzing Threats to Computing and Network Environments

  • Identify Threat Analysis Models
  • Assess the Impact of Reconnaissance Incidents
  • Assess the Impact of Systems Hacking Attacks
  • Assess the Impact of Malware
  • Assess the Impact of Hijacking and Impersonation Attacks
  • Assess the Impact of Denial of Service Incidents
  • Assess the Impact of Threats to Mobile Infrastructure
  • Assess the Impact of Threats to Cloud Infrastructures

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Knowledgeable Instructors

Our instructors are certified professionals. They are trained on the latest features and how to get the most out of software programs.

Hands-on Labs

No boring lectures! Our courses are designed to give students lots of time to practice what they are learning with hands-on exercises and projects.

Certificate of Completion

Receive a certificate of completion at the end of every course.

Up-to-date Curriculum

Each course comes with a helpful and up-to-date ebook which will contain instruction and practice exercises.

Time Saving Tips N Tricks

In each course, your instructor will show you tips and tricks that will save you time and make you more efficient.

Friendly and Helpful Staff

Our staff is dedicated to your success. Each team member is trained to provide the absolute best customer service possible.

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