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Proofpoint TAP Investigation

Prepare to ace your SOC Analyst interview by diving deep into the world of Proofpoint TAP in this intensive 7-day live bootcamp

Through a comprehensive curriculum that covers everything from basic email security to advanced incident response using Proofpoint's powerful tools, you'll gain the hands-on experience needed to tackle real-world threats.

You'll work directly within a simulated SOC environment, mastering TAP and TRAP to investigate and respond to complex attacks. By the end of the course, you'll not only be fully equipped to handle SOC responsibilities, but also ready to impress in your interviews with the in-depth knowledge and practical skills that top employers are seeking.




Roadmap


Unit 1: Introduction to SOC Analyst Role & Proofpoint TAP

  • Overview of SOC Analyst Responsibilities

  • Understanding the Threat Landscape

  • Introduction to Proofpoint Protection server

  • Introduction to Proofpoint TAP (Targeted Attack Protection)

  • Navigating the Proofpoint TAP Dashboard

  • Types of TAP Alerts: Overview & Importance


Unit 2: Email Security & Threat Analysis

  • Fundamentals of Email Security

  • Common Email-Based Threats

  • Analyzing Phishing and Malware Campaigns

  • Understanding Email Headers and Their Importance in Investigation

  • Hands-on: Investigating Simple TAP Alerts


Unit 3: Advanced TAP Alerts Investigation

  • Deep Dive into TAP Alert Types (Impersonation, Malware, Phishing, etc.)

  • Analyzing TAP Alert Metadata

  • Investigating Complex TAP Alerts: Multi-Stage Attacks

  • Hands-on: Advanced TAP Alert Investigations


Unit 4: Incident Response Process

  • Incident Response Lifecycle

  • Correlation of TAP Alerts with Other Security Incidents

  • Prioritizing and Escalating TAP Alerts

  • Coordinating with Other SOC Teams for Incident Response

  • Hands-on: Case Study of a Real-World Incident Response Using TAP


Unit 5: Utilizing Proofpoint TRAP in Incident Response

  • Introduction to Proofpoint TRAP (Targeted Response Appliance)

  • Integration of TAP with TRAP for Enhanced Incident Response

  • Analyzing Threats with TRAP in Conjunction with TAP Alerts

  • Using TRAP for Containment and Remediation

  • Hands-on: Incident Response Scenarios Using TRAP


Unit 6: Automation & Reporting in TAP

  • Automating Response to TAP Alerts

  • Integration of Proofpoint TAP with SIEM Solutions

  • Creating Effective Incident Reports from TAP Data

  • Visualizing TAP Data for Management Reporting

  • Hands-on: Building Custom Reports & Dashboards


Unit 7: Interview Preparation & Certification

  • SOC Analyst Interview Tips and Common Questions

  • Mock Interviews Focused on Proofpoint TAP

  • Review of Key Concepts & Best Practices

  • Final Q&A Session

  • Certification Test & Bootcamp Completion Ceremony

3-Weeks Live Bootcamp/SOC Shift Training

Start Date:

Monday, October 28, 2024

End Date:

November 11, 2024

Time:

6:30-9:30 PM ET

100% Money-Back Guarantee!

Program Tuition:

$300

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