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ISC2 Introduces Threat Handling Foundations Certificate to Address DFIR Skills Gap

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ISC2 has launched the Threat Handling Foundations Certificate to enhance digital forensics and incident response (DFIR) skills among cybersecurity professionals. The certificate program aims to address the growing complexity of attacks and the increasing need for specialized DFIR expertise. It covers key topics such as building effective DFIR programs, digital forensics foundations, incident management, and network threat hunting. The initiative is driven by research indicating significant skill gaps in DFIR, with 60% of professionals acknowledging that skill gaps impact their ability to secure organizations. The certificate is designed to provide practical experience and address the evolving threat landscape. ISC2's new certificate program includes four courses focusing on hands-on experience in DFIR. The courses cover a wide range of topics, including security program management, evidence requirements, communication, and security operations. The program aims to help organizations differentiate between incidents, events, and breaches, and to recognize common network threats. It also addresses the challenges of evaluating emerging tools and technologies in digital forensics. The certificate program is intended to help organizations respond quickly and effectively to incidents, using forensics to learn from incidents and bolster security protocols. It is designed to address the growing need for specialized expertise in DFIR, as breaches become more frequent and complex.

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  1. 04.09.2025 23:22 📰 1 articles

    ISC2 Launches Threat Handling Foundations Certificate

    ISC2 has introduced the Threat Handling Foundations Certificate to enhance digital forensics and incident response (DFIR) skills among cybersecurity professionals. The certificate program includes four courses covering key topics such as building effective DFIR programs, digital forensics foundations, incident management, and network threat hunting. The initiative is driven by research indicating significant skill gaps in DFIR, with 60% of professionals acknowledging that skill gaps impact their ability to secure organizations. The program aims to provide practical experience and address the evolving threat landscape, helping organizations respond quickly and effectively to incidents.

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  • ISC2 has launched the Threat Handling Foundations Certificate to improve DFIR skills.

    First reported: 04.09.2025 23:22
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  • The certificate program includes four courses covering DFIR, security program management, evidence requirements, communication, and security operations.

    First reported: 04.09.2025 23:22
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  • The program addresses the need to differentiate between incidents, events, and breaches.

    First reported: 04.09.2025 23:22
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  • Research by ISC2 revealed a significant DFIR skills gap, with 60% of professionals acknowledging skill gaps affecting their ability to secure organizations.

    First reported: 04.09.2025 23:22
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  • The certificate program aims to provide practical experience and address the evolving threat landscape.

    First reported: 04.09.2025 23:22
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  • The courses cover evaluating emerging tools and technologies in digital forensics.

    First reported: 04.09.2025 23:22
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  • The program is designed to help organizations respond quickly and effectively to incidents, using forensics to learn from incidents and bolster security protocols.

    First reported: 04.09.2025 23:22
    📰 1 source, 1 article
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