Don’t freeze when a breach happens — respond with clarity, compliance, and confidence.
Learn the frameworks used by US-CERT and PPD-41 to lead your team through incident response.
From legislation to action — know what to do, who to inform, and how to recover.
Course Overview
Cyber incidents are no longer just a technical problem — they’re a business risk. With increasing regulatory pressure and reputational stakes, business professionals must know how to lead and support structured incident response plans.
This 1-day instructor-led course helps decision-makers understand, assess, and comply with industry-standard frameworks such as US-CERT’s NCISP and Presidential Policy Directive (PPD)‑41. You’ll walk through real-world scenarios, learn how to manage communications, collect evidence, and align your response with regulations like GDPR and HIPAA.
Aligned to the CertNexus IRZ‑110 certification, this course empowers leaders to build and maintain readiness — and respond effectively when the alarm sounds.
Learning Objectives
Assessing cybersecurity risk using documented frameworks
Executing the incident response lifecycle (detect, contain, recover)
Aligning with global and state-level legislation (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA, NYS Privacy Law)
Coordinating forensic investigation and evidence collection
Leading business response and compliance teams
Supporting the formation of CSIRT teams and policies
Preparing for the CertNexus IRZ‑110 certification
Who Should Attend
Business leaders, executives, and compliance officers
Department heads responsible for risk, IT, or data governance
Project managers or HR leaders involved in cyber incident preparation
Professionals preparing for the IRZ‑110 Incident Responder certification
Prerequisites
General understanding of cybersecurity concepts
No technical or forensic experience required
Course Modules
Module 1: Assessment of Information Security Risks
Learn the importance of risk management and how to document risk strategies.
Module 2: Response to Cybersecurity Incidents
Deploy incident handling architecture, contain threats, and prepare for forensic response.
Module 3: Investigating Cybersecurity Incidents
Use forensic investigation plans, collect and analyze evidence, and conduct post-incident reviews.
Module 4: Complying with Legislation
Apply legislation (GDPR, HIPAA, state laws) in case studies. Learn how to interpret and act upon overlapping compliance requirements.
Public Class Details
Professional Outcomes
This course prepares learners for roles such as Cyber Risk Officer, Business Incident Manager, or Compliance-Aware Cyber Response Leader — supporting readiness and resilience in every industry.
Certification Details
Overview
As a candidate for this certification, you:
Understand the incident response process and its business/legal implications
Execute response strategies aligned with national and international frameworks
Participate in or lead CSIRT initiatives
Support legal compliance through evidence handling and stakeholder communication
Prepare your team and infrastructure for future threats
You are expected to be proficient in:
Incident response leadership and best practices
Frameworks like US-CERT NCISP and PPD‑41
Legal awareness of breach notification and compliance requirements
Non-technical coordination during incident management
Skills Measured
Assess Information Security Risk
Deploy an Incident Handling and Response Framework
Support Forensic Evidence Collection and Analysis
Comply with Cybersecurity Legislation and Disclosure Requirements
Document Lessons Learned and Build Continuous Readiness
Certification Logistics
Exam Code: IRZ‑110
Format: 10 Multiple-choice questions
Duration: ~15–30 minutes
Passing Score: 8 out of 10 (80%)
Delivery: Online via CertNexus CHOICE platform
Credential: CertNexus IRBIZ™ — Incident Response for Business Professionals
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this course technical?
No. It focuses on business, compliance, and organizational response — not deep technical analysis.
Does it cover real-world laws like GDPR?
Yes. GDPR, HIPAA, and state-level examples (e.g., NYS Privacy Response Act) are discussed in case studies.
Who leads the incident response in this course?
Business and compliance professionals. Technical responders work alongside them, but this course is for business roles.
Is there a hands-on component?
While not lab-based, it includes role-play, scenarios, and interactive planning exercises.
Is it aligned to official government frameworks?
Yes. It aligns with NCISP, PPD‑41, and federal/state legislation models.
Is this HRDC claimable?
Yes. Fully claimable under HRD Corp for eligible Malaysian employers.
Can I run this course for my executive or compliance team?
Yes. GemRain offers private delivery (on-site or virtual) tailored for your team.
Do I receive a certificate?
Yes. You’ll receive a GemRain certificate and a CertNexus IRBIZ digital badge upon passing the IRZ‑110 exam.