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Get the skills you need to detect, respond to and resolve computer security incidents in just 5 days. On this accelerated GIAC Certified Incident Handler (GCIH) course, you'll develop the skills and knowledge needed to manage sensitive security incidents.
As organisations strive to improve their cyber security, Incident Handlers are increasingly in demand and the GCIH certification qualifies you for this critical role.
You’ll build knowledge of common attack techniques, vectors and tools as you learn how to defend and respond to potentially devastating cyber attacks. On this GCIH course, you’ll also learn:
Firebrand's GCIH training will prepare you for the GIAC Certified Incident Handler (GCIH) exam and provides knowledge equivalent to the SANS SEC504: Hacker Tools, Techniques, Exploits and Incident Handling.
Firebrand’s unique Lecture | Lab | Review methodology will immerse you in your accelerated GCIH course as you combine GIAC curriculum with practical and technical hands-on labs. This is crucial as GIAC recommends hands-on experience with the technology covered by your certification.
This accelerated GCIH training is ideal for IT Incident Handlers, IT Operational Team Leaders, Managers of incident handling teams, IT Security staff, IT System administrators and IT Support staff.
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Other accelerated training providers rely heavily on lecture and independent self-testing and study.
Effective technical instruction must be highly varied and interactive to keep attention levels high, promote camaraderie and teamwork between the students and instructor, and solidify knowledge through hands-on learning.
This information has been provided as a helpful tool for candidates considering training. Courses that include certification come with a Certification Guarantee. Pass first time or train again for free (just pay for accommodation, exams and incidental costs). We do not make any guarantees about personal successes or benefits of obtaining certification. Benefits of certification determined through studies do not guarantee any particular personal successes.
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Incident Handling: Identification
Incident Handling: Overview and Preparation
Buffer Overflows and Format String Attacks
Client Attacks
Covering Tracks: Networks
Covering Tracks: Systems
Denial of Service Attacks
Incident Handling: Containment
Incident Handling: Eradication, Recovery, and Lessons Learned
Network Attacks
Password Attacks
Reconnaissance
Scanning: Discovery and Mapping
Scanning: Techniques and Defence
Session Hijacking and Cache Poisoning
Techniques for maintaining access
Web Application Attacks
Worms, Bots & Bot-Nets
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To achieve your GCIH certification, you must pass the GIAC Certified Incident Handler (GCIH) exam.
You can find the accelerated GCIH course price here.
There are no official prerequisites to take any GIAC certification, including GCIH. However, you should be aware of the technical level of the course you want to take.
For this GCIH course, you should possess knowledge of networking protocols, Windows Command Line, and an understanding of basic computer networking and security.
Yes, GIAC exams are open book and you’re encouraged to take advantage of this.
If you fail your GCIH exam, you’ll be subjected to a 30-day waiting period before you can sit the exam again. The 30-day period provides candidates with additional time that can be used to master certification knowledge.
GIAC certifications are a good indication of cyber security skill and knowledge and are used by employers to select employees for hiring and promotion.
GIAC certifications fill gaps in security knowledge and few other qualifications cover the same material. Plus, GIAC certifications also contain invaluable practical knowledge, proving you know how to perform the task required.
The average salary for a GIAC Certified Incident Handler (GCIH) professional is £60,000 in the UK, according to ITJobsWatch.
The GIAC Gold is a second level certification which requires completion of a technical paper covering an important area of security.
GIAC Gold demonstrates that a GIAC certification holder understands and can communicate their knowledge in key areas of information security.
Pass any GIAC certification and you’ll get the option to apply for GIAC Gold. Applicants will work closely with an advisor to develop a technical report.
If the report is approved, you will receive GIAC Gold status and you report will be accepted into the SANS Reading Room.
Score an average of 90% or above on your GIAC certification exam and you’ll be invited to join the GIAC Advisory Board.
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This accelerated GCIH course will prepare you for the following exam. The exam fee is not included in the course price; if you wish to take the exam, we’ll provide instructions on how to register with GIAC.
You will be required to renew your GCIH certification every four years through Continuing Professional Experience (CPE) credits.
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The following is included on your accelerated GCIH course:
Firebrand Training offers top-quality technical education and certification training in an all-inclusive course package specifically designed for the needs and ease of our students. We attend to every detail so our students can focus solely on their studies and certification goals.
Our instructors teach to accommodate every student's learning needs through individualised instruction, hands-on labs, lab partner and group exercises, independent study, self-testing, and question/answer drills.
Firebrand Training has dedicated, well-equipped educational facilities where you will attend instruction and labs and have access to comfortable study and lounging rooms. Our students consistently say our facilities are second-to-none.
We’re currently migrating from printed to digital courseware. Some courseware is already available in digital, while other books remain in printed form. To find out if this course is digital, call us on 080 80 800 888.
There are several benefits of easy-to-use digital courseware: downloads are immediate, and you’ll always have your courseware available wherever you are. You won’t need to wait for a printed book to be delivered before you start learning – and it’s better for the environment. You can choose to download the courseware to your own device, or borrow one of ours.
Considering a Microsoft course? Always have the most up-to-date Microsoft digital courseware with ‘Fresh Editions’. This gives you access to all versions of digital courseware – you’ll receive updates and revisions of your textbook, at no charge, for the life of that course.
Should a student complete a Firebrand Training Program without having successfully passed all vendor examinations, the student may re-attend that program for a period of one year. Students will only be responsible for accommodations and vendor exam fees.
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You should possess:
Don’t worry - we’ll discuss your technical background, experience and qualifications to determine whether this accelerated course suits you.
Just call us on 080 80 800 888 and speak to one of our enrolment consultants.
Firebrand is an immersive environment and requires commitment. Some prerequisites are simply guidelines; you may find your unique experience, attitude and determination enables you to succeed on your accelerated course.
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Here's the Firebrand Training review section. Since 2001 we've trained exactly 70,652 students and asked them all to review our Accelerated Learning. Currently, 96.74% have said Firebrand exceeded their expectations.
Read reviews from recent accelerated courses below or visit Firebrand Stories for written and video interviews from our alumni.
"Fantastic course, presentation and delivery and great use of real life examples to help the learning process.
Thank you!"
Cy Glaister, Self. - GIAC Global Industrial Cyber Security Professional (GICSP) (5 days) (12/3/2018 to 16/3/2018)
"Enjoyed the course very much, the trainers experience was wide ranging and comprehensive and was tapping into his knowledge and experience throughput the course, with some terrific examples of cyber security breaches and the damage it can cause."
A.P.. - GIAC Global Industrial Cyber Security Professional (GICSP) (5 days) (12/3/2018 to 16/3/2018)
"The instructor's teaching techniques, real world examples and ability to share information were invaluable."
D.S.. - GIAC Global Industrial Cyber Security Professional (GICSP) (5 days) (12/3/2018 to 16/3/2018)
"The centre is very well equipped, with many courses going on at the same time but all independent.
The shared meal-times and general communal facilities at Wyboston are great.
The lecturer was well prepared, the course was well structured and the materials were good in support of the learning objectives."
Dave Pearson. - GIAC Global Industrial Cyber Security Professional (GICSP) (5 days) (30/10/2017 to 3/11/2017)
"Course was interactive, and beneficial with extensive content. Food was plentiful, good facilities with friendly staff."
Roman Hill, Fiserv . - GIAC Global Industrial Cyber Security Professional (GICSP) (5 days) (4/9/2017 to 8/9/2017)
"Very impressed with the details of the course and thanks to the instructor for assisting us and guiding us through the course.
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Anjay Mandalia, WOODGROUP . - GIAC Global Industrial Cyber Security Professional (GICSP) (5 days) (4/9/2017 to 8/9/2017)
"A very informative and enjoyable experience."
I.M.. - GIAC Global Industrial Cyber Security Professional (GICSP) (5 days) (4/9/2017 to 8/9/2017)
"5 Day GICSP is lead by an absolutely brilliant instructor. His wealth of knowledge is evident and his passion for the subject unmatched. He brought to life the training with real world scenarios and practical tips. I would strongly recommend this to any practitioner/aspiring professional within the ICS space."
L.S.. - GIAC Global Industrial Cyber Security Professional (GICSP) (5 days) (4/9/2017 to 8/9/2017)
"Great teaching from skilled and experienced instructors."
Thomas Tronier-Rasmussen, DONG Energy Denmark. - GIAC Global Industrial Cyber Security Professional (GICSP) (5 days) (13/3/2017 to 17/3/2017)
"Our instructor for GICSP was very knowledgeable and very experienced, and this experience added a lot of value to the training that we received at Wyboston Lakes. The venue itself is also very good and lends itself well to intensive training courses.
By the end of the week, we had developed camaraderie among the class, and a high degree of confidence that we will be able to pass our certification exams in the near future."
Robert Barnes. - GIAC Global Industrial Cyber Security Professional (GICSP) (5 days) (13/3/2017 to 17/3/2017)
"Our Trainer was extremely knowledgeable, helpful and very good at explaining things. Facilities and accommodation very good. No complaints especially as I passed."
D.H, Northumbrian Water Ltd. - GIAC Global Industrial Cyber Security Professional (GICSP) (5 days) (13/6/2016 to 17/6/2016)
"The real world experience from the instructor proves invaluable - a lot to learn not just about passing the exam"
Nicolas Goupil. - GIAC Global Industrial Cyber Security Professional (GICSP) (5 days) (13/6/2016 to 17/6/2016)
"This was my first experience with Firebrand and it went really well. The course was really intense and we were going through a lot. One thing, I would like to mention is that you should have a good and solid knowledge prior to taking this course, purely due to volume of material you have to go through. Facilities and Environment was really good. You have all the tools that you need to make it a successful training. Instructor was really knowledgeable and had lots of hands on experience. Definitely recommend to anyone."
D.I.. - GIAC Global Industrial Cyber Security Professional (GICSP) (5 days) (7/9/2015 to 11/9/2015)
"Firebrand Training is the best training centre ever! I have experienced extended help from my instructor when I decided not to sit for my exam due to a health problem, and was able to encourage me on when I should sit and pass my exam. Firebrand can help you to find the hiding talent you have."
Zaituni Mmari, eProcess international S.A (ECOBANK GROUP). - GIAC Global Industrial Cyber Security Professional (GICSP) (5 days) (7/9/2015 to 11/9/2015)
"Excellent facility, instruction and accommodation.
Felt well prepared for the exam although it is important to remember to attend to the pre-requisites before arriving.
Thanks for an immersive and successful week."
T.R., E.ON UK. - GIAC Global Industrial Cyber Security Professional (GICSP) (5 days) (7/9/2015 to 11/9/2015)
"Great training facility and as long as you're willing to put the work in, you will get value from any Firebrand course."
P.A, Chemring Technology Solutions. - GIAC Global Industrial Cyber Security Professional (GICSP) (5 days) (26/1/2015 to 30/1/2015)
"Excellent facilities and course diversity. Instructor was again excellent and the boot camp style of learning beneficial to my learning style."
E.B, Chemring Technology Solutions. - GIAC Global Industrial Cyber Security Professional (GICSP) (5 days) (26/1/2015 to 30/1/2015)
"Good knowledge and experience on Cyber Security for ICS."
Anonymous - GIAC Global Industrial Cyber Security Professional (GICSP) (5 days) (21/11/2016 to 25/11/2016)
"Firebrand provided a first class course and testing centre and makes getting the certification very simple. Having both training and exam in a single centre was very helpful."
Anonymous - GIAC Global Industrial Cyber Security Professional (GICSP) (5 days) (21/11/2016 to 25/11/2016)
"Perfect!"
Anonymous - GIAC Global Industrial Cyber Security Professional (GICSP) (5 days) (21/11/2016 to 25/11/2016)
"Great course with big knowledge in a team of different experiences."
Anonymous - GIAC Global Industrial Cyber Security Professional (GICSP) (5 days) (21/11/2016 to 25/11/2016)
"Great course, make sure you sleep first as there are long days!"
Tim Smith, AJ Bell. - EC-Council Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH) (5 days) (21/1/2019 to 25/1/2019)
"One of the best courses I've ever done. This is the second time I have done it, absolutely fabulous!"
Samuel-Alexander Couchman. - EC-Council Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH) (5 days) (21/1/2019 to 25/1/2019)
"Very focused, intense with rich learning opportunities. Very knowledgeable instructor."
G.M.. - EC-Council Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH) (5 days) (21/1/2019 to 25/1/2019)
"Facilities excellent"
Andrew Wilson, Gen2 City and Guilds Group. - EC-Council Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH) (5 days) (21/1/2019 to 25/1/2019)
"I have found this a very useful course, set in good accommodation within a friendly environment and would thoroughly recommend it to anyone."
Wayne Brooks, Devon County Council. - BCS Level 4 Certificate in Data Analysis Concepts (4 days) (21/1/2019 to 24/1/2019)
"I enjoyed the whole experience, facility, trainer, accommodation and food are excellent. I have done lots of facility based courses and this has been the best company that i have ever trained with."
Neville Chilton. - (ISC)2 CISSP Boot Camp (6 days) (7/1/2019 to 12/1/2019)
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Joseph Naber. - Microsoft MTA Software Development Fundamentals (2 days) (10/1/2019 to 11/1/2019)
"Firebrand training is a good way to get qualifications fast. Be prepared with the self-learning before hand and for long days."
Anonymous. - Microsoft MTA Software Development Fundamentals (2 days) (10/1/2019 to 11/1/2019)
"The course was intense but well delivered, the instructor engaged with the group and took the time to give good feedback and help."
Joseph Naber, Games Workshop. - Microsoft MTA Software Development Fundamentals (2 days) (10/1/2019 to 11/1/2019)
"Highly recommendable course and praise worthy."
W.A.. - Microsoft Azure Academy: Infrastructure and Networking (4 days) (7/1/2019 to 10/1/2019)
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Anonymous. - Microsoft MTA: Windows Server Administration Fundamentals (3 days) (9/1/2019 to 10/1/2019)
"A good learning environment for people who are looking for a job in the IT depart. Friendly instructor. "
Thomas Thornton. - Microsoft MTA Security, Windows Server Administration & Networking (6 days) (7/1/2019 to 12/1/2019)
"Great teaching but the course was not particularly relevant to our job and skill set. "
Dexter Lee, BBC. - Microsoft MTA Security, Windows Server Administration & Networking (6 days) (7/1/2019 to 12/1/2019)
"Very good facilities, good efficient teaching, would definitely recommend to others that are looking for an IT course."
Andrew Smith, BBC. - Microsoft MTA Security, Windows Server Administration & Networking (6 days) (7/1/2019 to 12/1/2019)
"My instructor was extremely committed to help with our studying, with a group who have had very little experience in the topic our course was based on. The resources provided were also very useful."
Sam Hughes, BBC. - Microsoft MTA Security, Windows Server Administration & Networking (6 days) (7/1/2019 to 12/1/2019)
"Great experience, learnt a huge amount in a short space of time."
Anonymous. - Microsoft Azure Academy: Infrastructure and Networking (4 days) (7/1/2019 to 10/1/2019)
"Good and clear instruction, with interactive discussions suited to students needs. Thoroughly recommended."
Anonymous. - Microsoft Azure Academy: Infrastructure and Networking (4 days) (7/1/2019 to 10/1/2019)
"Training was excellent and the instructor was amazing."
Samson Jesi, NCC Group. - Microsoft Azure Academy: Infrastructure and Networking (4 days) (7/1/2019 to 10/1/2019)
"Key & relevant advice provided by highly knowledge subject matter experts. Better equipped to provide advice to customers deploying solutions within the cloud."
Anonymous. - Microsoft Azure Academy: Infrastructure and Networking (4 days) (7/1/2019 to 10/1/2019)
"Firebrand are the best training provider I have used, with knowledge and engaged instructors.
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M.P.. - Microsoft Azure Academy: Infrastructure and Networking (4 days) (7/1/2019 to 10/1/2019)
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"Training is relevant but extremely intense, there is a lot to take in in a short amount of time. "
Anonymous. - Microsoft MTA HTML5 App Development Fundamentals (2 days) (7/1/2019 to 8/1/2019)
"The instructor was great for teaching ITIL at Firebrand. The books he supplied were very helpful and I'll use them a lot in the future for studying. "
Daniel Eccles, Acrobat Carbon Services. - ITIL® Foundation Certification (2 days) (17/12/2018 to 18/12/2018)
"A well delivered course in a good environment that is setup for learning instructor had extensive knowledge above the slide contents. Labs were real world and added to the learning experience. Would recommend to friends and colleagues alike "
Anonymous. - Cisco CCNP (Routing & Switching) (8 days) (9/12/2018 to 16/12/2018)
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"Intensive training, I would recommend, decent level of experience required, but it worked for me to do that extra knowledge required to become MCSA certified. Thanks."
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