Develop the Analytical Mindset That Makes Elite SOC Analysts

Certified CyberDefender (CCD) is a hands-on, self-paced SOC Analyst certification covering perimeter defense, threat hunting, DFIR, and malware analysis. The 48-hour practical exam validates your ability to investigate real-world security incidents, analyze attack artifacts, and build detailed attack timelines.

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Who is this for?

Job Roles: Security analysts, SOC analysts, Incident Handlers, Forensic Analysts, and Threat Hunters.

Prerequisites: 1+ years of experience with solid background in Windows, Linux, administration, and networking.

Need to build your skills? Our SOC Analyst tier 1 track is the perfect starting point

Real World Lab

Gain Practical Skills

Learn how to tackle day-to-day SOC challenges through hands-on real life investigations

Realistic On-the-Job Experience

Designed to mirror real-life experiences within a security operations center, enhancing your hands-on expertise.

No Setup Needed

Focus on learning with responsive browser-based labs complete with all the tools you need.

Learn Security Tools

Master Velociraptor, WireShark, CyberChef, Nessus, Yara, Suricata, Zeek, FTK Imager, Sysmon, Kape, and much more.

KEY DIFFERENTIATORS

Why get the Certified CyberDefender Certification

100% Practical Exam

The exam spans 48 hours, focusing on practical skills; simulating real-world investigations.

Earn Up to 40 CPE Credits

Qualify for up to 40 CPE credits for your GIAC/SANS, EC-Council, and (ISC)² certifications.

Two Exam Attempts Included

Approach the exam with confidence. If needed, you can purchase additional attempts.

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COURSE SYLLABUS

Certified CyberDefender Course Modules

SecOps Fundamentals

Incident Response

Email Security

Evidence Collection

Disk DFIR

Memory DFIR

Threat Hunting

Malware Analysis

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What is CCD certification?

Certified CyberDefender CCD certification is a vendor-neutral, hands-on blue team cybersecurity training and certification program. It prepares the next generation of SOC analysts, security blue teams, threat hunters, and DFIR (Digital Forensics and Incident Response) professionals.

The exam is 100% practical. It will evaluate your technical skills across the following domains; threat hunting, perimeter defense, disk forensics, memory forensics, and network forensics. You will use Elastic SIEM to hunt threats and investigate a real-world intrusion, create an incident timeline, and analyze attack artifacts using digital forensics tools.

No, we do not require specific certifications or work experience. We have certified individuals ranging from college students with no prior work experience to seasoned L3 SOC analysts. The only requirement is having the right mindset—a dedicated commitment to enhance your problem-solving and analytical skills.

We suggest allocating 2-3 hours daily for CCD. With this focused study time, you can complete the course in under two months. However, it's important to note that the actual duration may vary from person to person based on individual experience and learning style.

No, the CCD Certification does not expire. CCD focuses on developing a mindset that equips individuals with the skills to handle similar experiences in the future. We believe the core skills and perspectives gained through our certification are enduring, making the need for renewal unnecessary.
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