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Threat Hunter Onboarding

Provide Cybersecurity and Threat Hunting Overview

Introduce team and key stakeholders

Allocate Workspace

Setting up Security Tools

Provide access to Threat Intelligence Platforms

Approval: Access to Sensitive Data

Train in Company's Incident Response Protocol

Mentor Allocation for Hands-On Training

Submission of first Threat Hunting Report

Approval: First Threat Report by Supervisor

Introduction to Company’s Standard Operating Procedures

Map Threat Hunter Role to Company's Security Framework

Develop Understanding of Company's IT infrastructure

Understanding legal guidelines for threat hunting

Access to Network Analysis Tools

Approval: Access to Advanced Security Tools

Introduction to Company's Cybersecurity Culture

Hands-on training on Advanced Persistent Threats (APTs)

Understanding Company's Incident Management System

Setting KPIs for the role

Provide Cybersecurity and Threat Hunting Overview

In this task, you will gain a comprehensive understanding of cybersecurity and threat hunting. You will learn about the importance of threat hunting in identifying and mitigating potential security risks. This knowledge will enable you to effectively contribute to the company's overall security posture. What are the key benefits of threat hunting? How does it complement other cybersecurity measures? What are some challenges faced? Discuss your thoughts on integrating threat hunting into the organization's security strategy.

Preferred Learning Format

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Webinars
2

Online Tutorials
3

In-person Training Sessions
4

Documentaries
5

Podcasts

Introduce team and key stakeholders

In this task, you will be introduced to the team members and key stakeholders. Building relationships and understanding different roles are crucial for collaboration and achieving common goals. Who are the key stakeholders involved in threat hunting? What are their roles and responsibilities? What challenges or conflicts may arise in working with different teams? How can you effectively communicate and collaborate with stakeholders from various departments?

Key Stakeholders and their Roles

Allocate Workspace

In this task, you will be assigned a dedicated workspace for threat hunting activities. A well-equipped workspace helps ensure efficiency and focus while carrying out your responsibilities. Describe your ideal workspace for threat hunting. What tools or equipment do you require? How would you organize your workspace to optimize productivity?

Ideal Workspace Setup

Setting up Security Tools

In this task, you will set up the necessary security tools for threat hunting. These tools are essential for monitoring and detecting potential threats within the organization's network and systems. What are some commonly used security tools for threat hunting? Share your experience with any specific tools you have used in the past. How do these tools contribute to the effectiveness of threat hunting?

Preferred Security Tools

1

Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) software
2

Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) solutions
3

Network Traffic Analysis (NTA) tools
4

Vulnerability Scanners
5

Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS)

Provide access to Threat Intelligence Platforms

In this task, you will be granted access to threat intelligence platforms. These platforms provide valuable insights and information on emerging threats, hacker techniques, and indicators of compromise (IoCs). Access to such platforms enhances your ability to proactively identify and respond to potential security incidents. What are some popular threat intelligence platforms? How can you leverage threat intelligence to enhance threat hunting activities?

Preferred Threat Intelligence Platform

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Recorded Future
2

FireEye Threat Intelligence
3

Anomali ThreatStream
4

IBM X-Force Exchange
5

CrowdStrike Intelligence

Approval: Access to Sensitive Data

Provide Cybersecurity and Threat Hunting Overview
Will be submitted
Introduce team and key stakeholders
Will be submitted
Allocate Workspace
Will be submitted
Setting up Security Tools
Will be submitted
Provide access to Threat Intelligence Platforms
Will be submitted

Train in Company's Incident Response Protocol

In this task, you will be trained in the company's incident response protocol. Incident response is a critical component of threat hunting, as it ensures timely and effective response to security incidents. Familiarize yourself with the company's incident response protocol. What are the key steps involved in the protocol? What role does threat hunting play in the incident response process? How can you contribute to incident triage and investigation?

Steps in Incident Response Protocol

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Identification
2

Containment
3

Eradication
4

Recovery
5

Lessons Learned

Mentor Allocation for Hands-On Training

In this task, you will be assigned a mentor who will provide hands-on training and guidance during the onboarding process. Mentors play a crucial role in helping you develop practical skills and knowledge in threat hunting. Describe your expectations for a mentor. What specific areas or topics would you like to learn from your mentor? How can you effectively communicate and collaborate with your mentor?

Preferred Mentor

Submission of first Threat Hunting Report

In this task, you will prepare and submit your first threat hunting report. This report will showcase your ability to analyze and interpret security event data, identify potential threats, and recommend appropriate countermeasures. Reflect on your experience and observations during the threat hunting process. What threats did you discover? What were the indicators of compromise (IoCs) you identified? What actions or recommendations did you propose to mitigate these threats?

Threats Discovered

Recommended Countermeasures