Getting Started in Security with BHIS and MITRE ATT&CK
Through practical labs, you'll learn the essential attacks and defenses every security professional needs to succeed.
What You'll Learn
Through practical labs, you'll master the essential attacks and defenses every security professional needs, focusing on actionable skills that work against real-world threats:
The Atomic Controls
The top 11 protective strategies every organization should implement, distilled from 500+ annual security assessments.
Core Attacks & Defenses
The essential offensive techniques and the defenses that detect and repel them.
MITRE ATT&CK Fundamentals
Use the ATT&CK framework to understand and categorize adversary behavior.
Hands-On Labs
Apply techniques in practical labs built from real-world assessment experience.
What You Need to Know
Who Should Take This Course
Getting Started in Security with BHIS and MITRE ATT&CK gives newcomers hands-on training to master essential attack and defense techniques. Distilling expertise from over 500 annual security assessments, the course focuses on actionable 'Atomic Controls' to build real-world cybersecurity skills, leaving out unnecessary complexity and focusing on what truly works.
Hands-On Mastery
Understanding and defending against the attack techniques.
Who Should Take This Course
Anyone new to Information Security with a desire to sharpen their skills.
Audience Skill Level
Our easy methods are perfect for people new to information security.
Required Equipment
A computer (see 'System Requirements') and a smile!
Key Topics Covered
This introductory course covers the fundamentals every new security professional needs:
Attacks & Defenses
The essential offensive and defensive techniques used in modern security.
The Atomic Controls
The top protective strategies distilled from hundreds of assessments.
MITRE ATT&CK
Mapping adversary tactics and techniques to strengthen detection.
Detection & Response
Recognizing attacker activity and responding effectively.
About Your
Instructor
John Strand • Founder of Black Hills Information Security
John Strand has both consulted and taught hundreds of organizations in the areas of security, regulatory compliance, and penetration testing. He is a coveted speaker and much-loved SANS teacher. John is a contributor to the industry-shaping Penetration Testing Execution Standard and 20 Critical Controls frameworks.
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