Digital Forensics & Incident Response
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Digital Forensics & Incident Response

Investigative workflow, evidence handling, and response discipline

This course develops DFIR understanding for security teams handling security events, compromised systems, evidence preservation, and structured response workflows. Learners build practical awareness of timelines, artefacts, containment priorities, and professional reporting.

6 Months Online Live Batches Online only
Digital Forensics & Incident Response
Digital Forensics & Incident Response
Digital Forensics & Incident Response
Programme snapshot

Digital Forensics & Incident Response

Sploit Academy positions Digital Forensics & Incident Response as more than a short course. The aim is to help learners build a professional standard of communication, technical execution, and evidence-based completion that supports real hiring conversations and long-term career growth.

LevelIntermediate
Duration6 Months
Guided live hours144 hours
Practical lab hours67 hours
Self-study structure144 hours
Completion awardSploit Academy Certificate of Completion and programme transcript
How the programme is delivered
Live online trainer-led batch classes
Module-by-module labs with guided review
Structured homework, mentor checkpoints, and revision support
Professional documentation habits built into every stage
Mentor support

Learners receive structured trainer direction, module-by-module review, practical correction on submitted work, and consistent guidance on how to turn course output into confident professional performance.

Detailed curriculum

Module-by-module breakdown

Each module includes focused topic coverage, guided time estimates, practical lab work, and a clear professional outcome.

This module develops practical depth in incident response lifecycle and coordination and connects it directly to the wider objectives of Digital Forensics & Incident Response, so learners understand not only what to do, but why each step matters in professional practice.

Topics covered

Core principles and terminology for evidence handling 6 guided hours

Incident response lifecycle and coordination is taught through live explanation, structured walkthroughs, guided activities, and applied review linked to digital forensics & incident response.

Implementation workflow, setup, and structured practice in timeline review 6 guided hours

Incident response lifecycle and coordination is taught through live explanation, structured walkthroughs, guided activities, and applied review linked to digital forensics & incident response.

Security, policy, quality control, and operational checks in host analysis 6 guided hours

Incident response lifecycle and coordination is taught through live explanation, structured walkthroughs, guided activities, and applied review linked to digital forensics & incident response.

Troubleshooting, optimisation, and review activities in response workflow 5 guided hours

Incident response lifecycle and coordination is taught through live explanation, structured walkthroughs, guided activities, and applied review linked to digital forensics & incident response.

Case study, documentation, and exam-style reinforcement in containment planning 5 guided hours

Incident response lifecycle and coordination is taught through live explanation, structured walkthroughs, guided activities, and applied review linked to digital forensics & incident response.

Labs in this module

Guided build lab for incident response lifecycle and coordination 5 practical hours

Learners follow a trainer-led scenario, configure the environment, and validate the expected output step by step.

Scenario lab linked to digital forensics & incident response 5 practical hours

A realistic case is used to apply module knowledge under timed conditions with documented decision making.

Troubleshooting and evidence lab 4 practical hours

Learners fix faults, capture evidence, explain the reasoning, and submit professional notes or screenshots.

Module outcome

By the end of this module, learners will be able to explain, apply, and document incident response lifecycle and coordination in a way that supports the standards expected across digital forensics & incident response roles and certification preparation.

This module develops practical depth in evidence handling and forensic awareness and connects it directly to the wider objectives of Digital Forensics & Incident Response, so learners understand not only what to do, but why each step matters in professional practice.

Topics covered

Core principles and terminology for timeline review 6 guided hours

Evidence handling and forensic awareness is taught through live explanation, structured walkthroughs, guided activities, and applied review linked to digital forensics & incident response.

Implementation workflow, setup, and structured practice in host analysis 6 guided hours

Evidence handling and forensic awareness is taught through live explanation, structured walkthroughs, guided activities, and applied review linked to digital forensics & incident response.

Security, policy, quality control, and operational checks in response workflow 6 guided hours

Evidence handling and forensic awareness is taught through live explanation, structured walkthroughs, guided activities, and applied review linked to digital forensics & incident response.

Troubleshooting, optimisation, and review activities in containment planning 5 guided hours

Evidence handling and forensic awareness is taught through live explanation, structured walkthroughs, guided activities, and applied review linked to digital forensics & incident response.

Case study, documentation, and exam-style reinforcement in case reporting 5 guided hours

Evidence handling and forensic awareness is taught through live explanation, structured walkthroughs, guided activities, and applied review linked to digital forensics & incident response.

Labs in this module

Guided build lab for evidence handling and forensic awareness 5 practical hours

Learners follow a trainer-led scenario, configure the environment, and validate the expected output step by step.

Scenario lab linked to digital forensics & incident response 5 practical hours

A realistic case is used to apply module knowledge under timed conditions with documented decision making.

Troubleshooting and evidence lab 4 practical hours

Learners fix faults, capture evidence, explain the reasoning, and submit professional notes or screenshots.

Module outcome

By the end of this module, learners will be able to explain, apply, and document evidence handling and forensic awareness in a way that supports the standards expected across digital forensics & incident response roles and certification preparation.

This module develops practical depth in host and log artefact interpretation and connects it directly to the wider objectives of Digital Forensics & Incident Response, so learners understand not only what to do, but why each step matters in professional practice.

Topics covered

Core principles and terminology for host analysis 6 guided hours

Host and log artefact interpretation is taught through live explanation, structured walkthroughs, guided activities, and applied review linked to digital forensics & incident response.

Implementation workflow, setup, and structured practice in response workflow 6 guided hours

Host and log artefact interpretation is taught through live explanation, structured walkthroughs, guided activities, and applied review linked to digital forensics & incident response.

Security, policy, quality control, and operational checks in containment planning 6 guided hours

Host and log artefact interpretation is taught through live explanation, structured walkthroughs, guided activities, and applied review linked to digital forensics & incident response.

Troubleshooting, optimisation, and review activities in case reporting 5 guided hours

Host and log artefact interpretation is taught through live explanation, structured walkthroughs, guided activities, and applied review linked to digital forensics & incident response.

Case study, documentation, and exam-style reinforcement in evidence handling 5 guided hours

Host and log artefact interpretation is taught through live explanation, structured walkthroughs, guided activities, and applied review linked to digital forensics & incident response.

Labs in this module

Guided build lab for host and log artefact interpretation 5 practical hours

Learners follow a trainer-led scenario, configure the environment, and validate the expected output step by step.

Scenario lab linked to digital forensics & incident response 5 practical hours

A realistic case is used to apply module knowledge under timed conditions with documented decision making.

Troubleshooting and evidence lab 4 practical hours

Learners fix faults, capture evidence, explain the reasoning, and submit professional notes or screenshots.

Module outcome

By the end of this module, learners will be able to explain, apply, and document host and log artefact interpretation in a way that supports the standards expected across digital forensics & incident response roles and certification preparation.

This module develops practical depth in containment, eradication, and recovery planning and connects it directly to the wider objectives of Digital Forensics & Incident Response, so learners understand not only what to do, but why each step matters in professional practice.

Topics covered

Core principles and terminology for response workflow 6 guided hours

Containment, eradication, and recovery planning is taught through live explanation, structured walkthroughs, guided activities, and applied review linked to digital forensics & incident response.

Implementation workflow, setup, and structured practice in containment planning 6 guided hours

Containment, eradication, and recovery planning is taught through live explanation, structured walkthroughs, guided activities, and applied review linked to digital forensics & incident response.

Security, policy, quality control, and operational checks in case reporting 6 guided hours

Containment, eradication, and recovery planning is taught through live explanation, structured walkthroughs, guided activities, and applied review linked to digital forensics & incident response.

Troubleshooting, optimisation, and review activities in evidence handling 5 guided hours

Containment, eradication, and recovery planning is taught through live explanation, structured walkthroughs, guided activities, and applied review linked to digital forensics & incident response.

Case study, documentation, and exam-style reinforcement in timeline review 5 guided hours

Containment, eradication, and recovery planning is taught through live explanation, structured walkthroughs, guided activities, and applied review linked to digital forensics & incident response.

Labs in this module

Guided build lab for containment, eradication, and recovery planning 5 practical hours

Learners follow a trainer-led scenario, configure the environment, and validate the expected output step by step.

Scenario lab linked to digital forensics & incident response 5 practical hours

A realistic case is used to apply module knowledge under timed conditions with documented decision making.

Troubleshooting and evidence lab 4 practical hours

Learners fix faults, capture evidence, explain the reasoning, and submit professional notes or screenshots.

Module outcome

By the end of this module, learners will be able to explain, apply, and document containment, eradication, and recovery planning in a way that supports the standards expected across digital forensics & incident response roles and certification preparation.

This module develops practical depth in case documentation and stakeholder reporting and connects it directly to the wider objectives of Digital Forensics & Incident Response, so learners understand not only what to do, but why each step matters in professional practice.

Topics covered

Core principles and terminology for containment planning 5 guided hours

Case documentation and stakeholder reporting is taught through live explanation, structured walkthroughs, guided activities, and applied review linked to digital forensics & incident response.

Implementation workflow, setup, and structured practice in case reporting 5 guided hours

Case documentation and stakeholder reporting is taught through live explanation, structured walkthroughs, guided activities, and applied review linked to digital forensics & incident response.

Security, policy, quality control, and operational checks in evidence handling 4 guided hours

Case documentation and stakeholder reporting is taught through live explanation, structured walkthroughs, guided activities, and applied review linked to digital forensics & incident response.

Troubleshooting, optimisation, and review activities in timeline review 4 guided hours

Case documentation and stakeholder reporting is taught through live explanation, structured walkthroughs, guided activities, and applied review linked to digital forensics & incident response.

Case study, documentation, and exam-style reinforcement in host analysis 4 guided hours

Case documentation and stakeholder reporting is taught through live explanation, structured walkthroughs, guided activities, and applied review linked to digital forensics & incident response.

Labs in this module

Guided build lab for case documentation and stakeholder reporting 4 practical hours

Learners follow a trainer-led scenario, configure the environment, and validate the expected output step by step.

Scenario lab linked to digital forensics & incident response 4 practical hours

A realistic case is used to apply module knowledge under timed conditions with documented decision making.

Troubleshooting and evidence lab 3 practical hours

Learners fix faults, capture evidence, explain the reasoning, and submit professional notes or screenshots.

Module outcome

By the end of this module, learners will be able to explain, apply, and document case documentation and stakeholder reporting in a way that supports the standards expected across digital forensics & incident response roles and certification preparation.

Entry requirements
  • Cybersecurity fundamentals recommended
  • Comfort with technical analysis
  • Useful for SOC and blue-team learners
Completion requirements
  • Complete investigation case exercises
  • Submit incident documentation
  • Pass the final DFIR case review
Assessment and final consolidation
Attendance and participation in scheduled live batch sessions
Module lab submissions with evidence of practical completion
Knowledge checks, review tasks, and trainer feedback cycles
Final assessment, capstone, or mock-certification style review
Capstone / final consolidation

The programme ends with a practical consolidation phase where learners combine the main ideas from Digital Forensics & Incident Response into a structured final task, demonstrate professional reasoning, and present evidence of completion in a recruiter-friendly format.

Upcoming batch starts

This six-month programme opens two live online batches every year, giving learners a paced route with strong mentor contact and deeper practice windows.

15 Aug 2026
Online Live Batch
Global Online Campus
ScheduleMon & Wed • 7:00 PM – 9:30 PM GMT
Seats14 available
15 Feb 2027
Online Live Batch
Global Online Campus
ScheduleSat & Sun • 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM GST
Seats13 available
Career outcomes

Sploit Academy is designed to create skilled professionals who can present themselves credibly for opportunities across regions and industries.

DFIR Analyst
Incident Response Analyst
Security Investigator
Blue Team Specialist
Course pricing
Live batch course fee $1,399 All courses are currently available online in scheduled batches only.
One-to-one online class $2,518 Premium private delivery for learners who want dedicated trainer time and a personalised pace.
Online recorded course Currently not available Recorded course option will be announced later.
Payment options
Stripe (Visa / Mastercard)
Payoneer
PayPal
Annual batch structure
3-month programmes4 batch starts every year
6-month programmes2 batch starts every year
1-year programmes1 flagship batch every year
Professional positioning

Sploit Academy positions Digital Forensics & Incident Response as more than a short course. The aim is to help learners build a professional standard of communication, technical execution, and evidence-based completion that supports real hiring conversations and long-term career growth.

Admissions

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