Lead Forensics Examiner Training

Course Overview

Lead Computer Forensics Examiner training enables you to acquire the necessary expertise to perform Computer Forensics processes in order to obtain complete and reliable digital evidence. During this training course, you will also gain a thorough understanding of Computer Forensics fundamentals, based on the best practices used to perform forensics evidence recovery and analytical techniques. This training course is focused on core skills required to collect and analyze data from Windows, Mac OS X, and Linux operating systems, and also from mobile devices. After mastering all the necessary concepts of Computer Forensics processes, you can sit for the exam and apply for a "PECB Certified Lead Computer Forensics Examiner" credential.

Why Choose DQS for This Training?

DQS and PECB jointly deliver this training to help you prove that you have the expertise to lead advanced forensic investigations and conduct forensics analysis, reporting, and evidence acquisition. The course is designed to provide both theoretical knowledge and hands-on practical skills in computer forensics.

Who Should Attend?

This training course is intended for:

·       Computer Forensics specialists and consultants

·       Cybersecurity professionals and cyber intelligence analysts

·       Electronic data analysts

·       Specialists in computer evidence recovery

·       Professionals working or interested in law enforcement

·       Information Security team members and IT Specialists

·       Individuals responsible for examining media to extract and disclose data

Learning Objectives

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

·       Understand the roles and responsibilities of the Lead Computer Forensics examiner during digital forensic investigation

·       Understand the purpose of electronic media examination and its correlation with common standards and methodologies

·       Comprehend the correct sequence of steps of a computer incident investigation and digital forensic operation

·       Understand the common commercial and open source tools that may be used during incident investigation and digital forensic operations

·       Acquire the necessary competencies to plan and execute a computer forensics operation and also implement and maintain a safety network to protect evidence

Course Agenda

Day 1 – Incident Response and Computer Forensic Concepts

·       Course objectives and structure

·       Standard and regulatory framework

·       Historical aspects of Digital Forensic

·       Basic concepts and definitions in ISO 27037

·       Overview of ISO 27037 standard

·       Roles and responsibility of CLFE

·       Computer Forensic Laboratory

Day 2 – Prepare and Lead a Computer Forensic Investigation

·       Technical fundamentals

·       File System Forensic

·       Common File Systems

·       Common Operating Systems

·       Forensic Acquisition

Day 3 – Digital Artifacts Analysis and Management

·       Digital artifacts: Identify, acquire, analyze and communicate

·       Using open source forensic acquisition and analysis tools

·       ISO/IEC 27037:2012

·       Advanced Keywords searching with Regular Expression

Day 4 – Case Presentation & Trial Simulation

·       Decision-making of collection or acquisition of potential digital evidence

·       Other Essential Digital Forensic Topics

·       CLFE Professional Ethics

·       Presenting Digital Forensic Findings

·       Competence and evaluation of examiners

Day 5 – Certification Exam

·       3-hour written examination covering all competency domains

Examination

Duration: 3 hours

The "PECB Certified Lead Computer Forensics Examiner" exam fully meets the requirements of the PECB Examination and Certification Programme (ECP). The exam covers the following competency domains:

·       Domain 1: Fundamental principles and concepts of Computer Forensics

·       Domain 2: Best practices on Computer Forensics

·       Domain 3: Digital forensics laboratory requirements

·       Domain 4: Operating system and file system structures

·       Domain 5: Mobile devices

·       Domain 6: Computer crime investigation and forensics examination

·       Domain 7: Maintaining chain of evidence

Certification

After passing the exam, you can apply for one of the credentials below. You will receive a certificate once you fulfill all the requirements of the selected credential.

General Information

·       Certification fees are included in the exam price.

·       Training material containing over 450 pages of information and practical examples will be distributed.

·       A participation certificate of 31 CPD (Continuing Professional Development) credits will be issued.

·       In case of exam failure, you can retake the exam within 12 months for free.

Course Approach

·       You register for an account at PECB website, before or after order to DQS HK.

·       Registration to DQS HK.

·       Follow our instruction later for payment to DQS HK.

·       You will have access to the course materials via PECB Kate app, in English unless otherwise specified, normally within a couple of working days.

·       The course is designed for a 5-day duration, including an exam, to complete within 4 months.

·       You can remotely access or download the training materials within PECB Kate app.

·       You can complete the self-study at home at your pace.

Exam

·       You can book an online exam at PECB website, for free with the exam code provided by PECB, normally within 4 months after your order to DQS HK.

·       Well before the online exam, create exam profile at PECB website, download PECB Exams app and install it at your computer.

·       The exam is open-book with duration for 3 hours.

·       You can book an online exam retake, if required, at PECB website for free with the exam code provided by PECB, normally within 3 months after your initial exam.

Certificate and Qualification

·       After receiving an email from PECB with exam passing result, you can reply by email to PECB with request for a course certificate.

·       If you have the required working experience and project experience specified in course brochure, you can further apply to PECB for the associated qualification.

Above Listed Prices Include:

·       Access to training materials and exercises in English by PECB during course period

·       An examination by PECB normally within 4 months

·       A retake by PECB, if required, normally within 3 months after initial exam

·       Initial qualification registration fee by PECB, if applicable, within 3 months after passing exam