Ransomware Playbook: A Complete Guide For It Professionals

Protect, Mitigate, and Respond with Confidence. Learn the Advanced Tools and Techniques to Combat Ransomware

What you'll learn

Understand Ransomware Fundamentals

Implement Robust Prevention Strategies

Detect and Analyze Ransomware Activity

Execute a Professional Incident Response Plan

Build a Resilient Security Posture

Investigate Ransomware Attacks

Requirements

Basics of cyber security

Basics of IT

Description

Ransomware attacks are on the rise, costing organizations millions in downtime, data loss, and recovery efforts. As an IT professional, your expertise is critical in preventing, detecting, and responding to these threats. This comprehensive course equips you with:Advanced Strategies to protect your organization’s data and infrastructure.Hands-On Training with real-world scenarios and tools.Expert Insights into the latest ransomware variants and defense techniques.What You’ll LearnBy the end of this course, you’ll be able to:Understand Ransomware Fundamentals:Explore ransomware types, attack methods, and the evolving threat landscape.Implement Robust Prevention Strategies:Master network segmentation, zero-trust architecture, and advanced endpoint protection.Detect and Analyze Ransomware Activity:Use tools like Wireshark, Malwarebytes, and SIEM platforms for early detection.Execute a Professional Incident Response Plan:Contain threats, collect evidence, and ensure fast recovery with minimal downtime.Build a Resilient Security Posture:Leverage immutable backups, air-gapped storage, and ongoing threat intelligence to stay ahead of attackers.Who Is This Course For?This course is designed for IT professionals who:Manage or secure IT infrastructure in their organization.Respond to cybersecurity incidents as part of their role.Want to enhance their skills in ransomware defense and incident response.Ideal for IT administrators, security analysts, network engineers, and tech-savvy business leaders.

Overview

Section 1: Introduction to the Course

Lecture 1 Introduction

Section 2: Introduction to Ransomware

Lecture 2 Intro to Ransomware

Lecture 3 Stages of a Ransomware Attack

Section 3: Preparing for Ransomware Attacks

Lecture 4 The Incident Response Plan (IRP)

Lecture 5 Preparation

Lecture 6 Detection & Containment

Lecture 7 Eradication & Recovery

Lecture 8 Post-Incident Review

Lecture 9 Technical Security Measures

Lecture 10 Best Practices

Lecture 11 Employee Training & Awareness Programs

Section 4: Detecting Ransomware

Lecture 12 Understanding Early Warning Signs

Lecture 13 Monitoring Systems for Suspicious Activity

Lecture 14 Tools for Detecting Ransomware

Lecture 15 Project - ABC Tech Solutions

Section 5: Immediate Response to a Ransomware Attack

Lecture 16 Containing the Threat

Lecture 17 Communication during the Attack

Lecture 18 Deciding Whether to Pay the Ransom

Lecture 19 Investigating the Attack

Lecture 20 Project - Investigating a LockBit Ransomware Attack

Lecture 21 Exercise - Investigating a Ransomware Attack

Section 6: Recovering from a Ransomware Attack

Lecture 22 Key Recovery Steps

Lecture 23 Data Restoration & Verifying System Integrity

Lecture 24 Post-Incident Actions

Lecture 25 Download Sample Backup Policies

Section 7: Advanced Ransomware Defense Strategies

Lecture 26 Zero Trust

Lecture 27 Threat Intelligence Integration

Lecture 28 Advanced Backup Strategies

Section 8: Conclusion

Lecture 29 Conclusion

IT professionals who manage or secure IT infrastructure in their organization,IT professionals who respond to cybersecurity incidents as part of their role.