Certified Cybersecurity Operations Analyst™ (CCOA™)

Module 1 – Introduction to Cybersecurity Operations

1.1 Fundamentals of Cybersecurity

• Overview of Cybersecurity Concepts

• Threat Landscape and Types of Attacks

• Roles and Responsibilities in the SOC

• Introduction to the CCOA™ Framework

1.2 Understanding Security Operations

• Structure and Function of a Security Operations Center (SOC)

• SOC Models and Structures

• Collaboration with Other IT and Security Teams

Module 2 – Security Monitoring and Detection

2.1 Monitoring Techniques and Tools

• Introduction to SIEM Systems (Security Information and Event Management)

• Log Management and Analysis

• Network Monitoring and Forensics

2.2 Threat Detection

• Indicators of Compromise (IoCs)

• Threat Intelligence and Its Application

• Behavior Detection and Anomaly Analysis

Module 3 – Incident Response and Forensics

3.1 Incident Response Lifecycle

• Preparation and Planning

• Detection and Analysis of Incidents

• Containment, Eradication, and Recovery

3.2 Digital Forensics

• Evidence Preservation and Chain of Custody

• Forensic Tools and Techniques

• Analysis of Malware and Suspicious Activities

Module 4 – Vulnerability Management and Security Assessment

4.1 Vulnerability Assessment

• Vulnerability Scanning and Management

• Risk and Threat Assessment

• Prioritization and Remediation

4.2 Fundamentals of Penetration Testing

• Difference between Penetration Test and Vulnerability Scan

• Tools and Techniques for Security Testing

• Reporting and Communicating Results

Module 5 – Governance, Compliance, and Security Policy

5.1 Security Policies and Procedures

• Development and Implementation of Security Policies

• Security Awareness and Training Programs

• Access Controls and Identity Management

5.2 Legal and Regulatory Requirements

• Data Protection Laws and Regulations (e.g., GDPR)

• Industry Standards (e.g., ISO/IEC 27001, NIST)

• Compliance Monitoring and Audits

Module 6 – Preparation for the CCOA™ Certification Exam

6.1 Exam Structure and Content

• Overview of the Exam Format

• Sample Questions and Exam Simulation

• Tips for Exam Preparation

6.2 Conclusion and Next Steps

• Career Paths in Cybersecurity Operations

• Advanced Certifications and Specializations