Training Course on Cyber-Security Investigations and Electronic Evidence Management

Program Brief

In today’s digital age, cybercrime is increasingly becoming a significant threat to organizations, governments, and individuals. Understanding how to investigate cyber-security incidents and manage electronic evidence is crucial in preventing breaches and ensuring justice in legal proceedings. This course on Cyber-Security Investigations and Electronic Evidence Management provides participants with the skills and knowledge needed to investigate cyber incidents, collect and preserve electronic evidence, and understand the legal implications of digital forensics.

Course Objectives

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

• Understand the fundamentals of cyber-security and cybercrime.
• Conduct cyber-security investigations using industry-standard techniques.
• Identify, collect, and preserve electronic evidence following legal and technical standards.
• Analyze electronic evidence using digital forensic tools.
• Understand legal frameworks and regulations surrounding electronic evidence and cybercrime.
• Develop incident response procedures to handle security breaches effectively.
• Learn best practices for securing evidence integrity and chain of custody for legal proceedings.

Recommended For;

This course is ideal for:

• Cyber-security professionals
• IT professionals responsible for security and incident response
• Law enforcement officers involved in cybercrime investigations
• Legal professionals working in cybercrime cases
• Digital forensic examiners
• Internal auditors and compliance officers
• Professionals involved in risk management and fraud investigations

Duration

10 days

Course Content

Introduction to Cyber-Security and Cybercrime

• Overview of cybercrime trends
• Types of cyber-attacks (phishing, malware, ransomware, etc.)
• Legal and ethical considerations in cyber-security investigations

Cyber-Security Investigations Process

• Incident response procedures
• Investigative techniques for cyber-security incidents
• Identification and analysis of threats and vulnerabilities
• Case studies of real-world cyber-attacks

Electronic Evidence Collection and Preservation

• Understanding digital evidence: characteristics and types
• Best practices in evidence collection
• Preservation of electronic evidence and maintaining chain of custody
• Tools for capturing and preserving evidence (e.g., EnCase, FTK)

Digital Forensics and Evidence Analysis

• Introduction to digital forensic tools and methodologies
• Data recovery and forensic imaging
• Analysis of logs, emails, network traffic, and digital storage devices
• Interpreting forensic findings

Legal Aspects of Cybercrime and Electronic Evidence

• Legal frameworks governing electronic evidence (e.g., GDPR, cybersecurity laws)
• Admissibility of digital evidence in court
• Preparing investigation reports and testimonies
• International standards and treaties on cybercrime and digital forensics

Cyber-Security Risk Management and Incident Response

• Risk management in cyber-security investigations
• Developing and implementing incident response plans
• Post-incident reviews and reporting

Case Studies and Practical Exercises

• Hands-on practice with cybercrime scenarios
• Mock investigations and evidence management exercises
• Analysis of high-profile cybercrime cases

General remarks

• Customizable courses are available to address the specific needs of your organization.
• The participant must be conversant in English
• Participants who successfully complete this course will receive a certificate of completion from Lenol Development Center.
• The course fee for onsite training includes facilitation training materials, tea break and lunch.
• Accommodation and airport pick up are made upon request
• For any inquiries reach us through info@lenoldevelopmentcenter.com or +254 710 314 746
• Payment should be made to our bank account before the start of training