CREST - Certified Network Intrusion Analyst (CCNIA)

Duration

Duration:

Just 4 Days

Method

Method:

Classroom / Online / Hybrid

Next date

Next date:

24/6/2024 (Monday)

Overview

This accelerated Certified Network Intrusion Analyst (CCNIA) course, tests candidates’ knowledge of analysing network traffic and log files for evidence of potential compromise and analysing the potential underlying causes and infection vectors.

The examination is a rigorous assessment of the candidate’s ability to assess a given network for indications of malicious activity including remote control and data ex-filtration.

On this course you will also learn to:

  • Critically evaluate processes for reporting cyber security incidents.
  • Analyse different types of network communication.
  • Understand threat intelligence sources, capabilities, and limitations.
  • Identify, capture, contain and report malware.
  • Develop and deploy signatures.
  • Competently use intrusion detection technologies to detect host and network-based intrusions.
  • Appropriately tune sensors.
  • Effectively use protocol analysers.
  • Configure and implement network analysis tools to identify vulnerabilities.
  • Perform packet-level analysis.
  • Recognise and interpret malicious network activity in traffic.
  • Effectively and efficiently interpret metadata.

At the end of this course, you’ll achieve your Certified Network Intrusion Analyst (CCNIA) certification. Through Firebrand’s Lecture | Lab | Review methodology, you’ll get certified at twice the speed of the traditional training and get access to courseware, learn from certified instructors, and train in a distraction-free environment.

 

Audience

This course is ideal for:

  • Aspiring information security personnel who wish to be part of an incident response team
  • Existing practitioners wishing to become CREST Registered
  • System administrators who are responding to attacks, Incident handlers who wish to expand their knowledge into Digital Forensics
  • Government departments who wish to raise and baseline skills across all security teams
  • Law enforcement officers or detectives who want to expand their investigative skills
  • Information security managers who would like to brush up on the latest techniques and processes in order to understand information security implications
  • Senior practitioner-level cyber security professionals who wish to understand how to conduct in-depth network intrusion analysis. Roles include:
    • Incident Response practitioners
    • Digital Forensics practitioners
    • SOC Analysts
    • Cyber Crime Investigators
    • Security Analysts
    • Malware Reverse Engineers

Four reasons why you should sit your course with Firebrand Training

  1. You'll be trained and certified faster. Learn more on this 4-day accelerated course. You'll get at least 12 hours a day of quality learning time in a distraction-free environment
  2. Your course is all-inclusive. One simple price covers all course materials, exams, accommodation and meals – so you can focus on learning
  3. Pass first time or train again for free. Your expert instructor will deliver our unique accelerated learning methods, allowing you to learn faster and be in the best possible position to pass first time. In the unlikely event that you don't, it's covered by your Certification Guarantee
  4. Study with an award-winning training provider. We've won the Learning and Performance Institute's "Training Company of the Year" three times. Firebrand is your fastest way to learn, with 134.561 students saving more than one million hours since 2001

Curriculum

  • Module 1: Data Sources
  • Module 2: Statistical Analysis
  • Module 3: Beaconing Systems
  • Module 4: Encrypted Communications
  • Module 5: Network Traffic Analysis
  • Module 6: Networking Protocols
  • Module 7: Covert Channel Identification
  • Module 8: Log Analysis

Exam Track

At the end of this accelerated course, you’ll sit the following exam at the Firebrand Training centre, covered Certification Guarantee:

Certified Network Intrusion Analyst (CCNIA) exam

The format is the same as for all other CREST certifications. The candidate will be expected to possess not only the technical ability to find security weaknesses and vulnerabilities, but also the skills to ensure findings are presented in a clear, concise and understandable manner.

  • Format: A multiple choice technical examination; A long form essay style written paper, testing both technical ability and presentation ability; A hands-on practical examination
  • Passing score: To pass the exam, the candidate must pass all three sections.
  • Domains:
    • Data Sources
    • Statistical Analysis
    • Beaconing Systems
    • Encrypted Communications
    • Network Traffic Analysis
    • Networking Protocols
    • Covert Channel Identification
    • Log Analysis

What's Included

Your accelerated course includes:

  • Accommodation *
  • Meals, unlimited snacks, beverages, tea and coffee *
  • On-site exams **
  • Exam vouchers **
  • Practice tests **
  • Certification Guarantee ***
  • Courseware
  • Up-to 12 hours of instructor-led training each day
  • 24-hour lab access
  • Digital courseware **
  • * For residential training only. Accommodation is included from the night before the course starts. This doesn't apply for online courses.
  • ** Some exceptions apply. Please refer to the Exam Track or speak with our experts
  • *** Pass first time or train again free as many times as it takes, unlimited for 1 year. Just pay for accommodation, exams, and incidental costs.

Prerequisites

There are no prerequisites for this accelerated course but before attending this accelerated course, you should have:

  • A good appreciation of the technical aspects of ICT and one year’s experience in network / server technical administration / operations.

Are you ready to get certified in record time?

We interview all applicants for the course on their technical background, degrees and certifications held, and general suitability. If you get through this screening process, it means you stand a great chance of passing.

Firebrand Training is an immersive training environment. You must be committed to the course. The above prerequisites are guidelines, but many students with less experience have other background or traits that have enabled their success in accelerated training through Firebrand Training.

If you have any doubts as to whether you meet the pre-requisites please call (0)8 44 68 27 85 and speak to one of our enrolment consultants, who can help you with a training plan.

Reviews

We've currently trained 134.561 students in 12 years. We asked them all to review our Accelerated Learning. Currently,
96,41% have said Firebrand exceeded their expectations:

"Great to learn with a motivated and fun instructor who genuinely wants you to succeed. The training environment and those you are learning with was motivating and promoted positive engagement and interaction. In summary, an excellent course and teach method."
JC. (18/9/2023 (Monday) to 21/9/2023 (Thursday))

"Firebrand had good communication before the course began, the instructor was knowledgeable and credible, and covered many aspects of both CTI and management, in good detail."
Anonymous. (18/9/2023 (Monday) to 21/9/2023 (Thursday))

"Thanks to our instructor, I really enjoyed the course, materials was explained and taught well. He has a deep knowledge of Cyber Security and I’m looking forward to sitting my exam!"
Toju Nanna, Proact IT. (8/8/2023 (Tuesday) to 11/8/2023 (Friday))

"Instructor was patient, explained well, interactive"
RW. (1/8/2023 (Tuesday) to 4/8/2023 (Friday))

"The instructor was very knowledgeable and able to answer questions proficiently. In regards to practical application of threat intelligence, the instructor provided useful recommendations"
Anonymous (1/8/2023 (Tuesday) to 4/8/2023 (Friday))

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