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GIAC© Certified Incident Handler (GCIH) Course

Learn how to detect, respond to, and manage cybersecurity incidents. This hands-on course prepares you for the GCIH™ exam with practical techniques in threat detection, containment, and recovery strategies used in real-world scenarios.

course: GIAC Certified Incident Handler (GCIH)

Duration: 5 days

Format: Virtual or Classroom

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Overview

The GIAC Certified Incident Handler (GCIH) course teaches you to detect, respond to, and manage cybersecurity incidents in real-world environments. You will gain hands-on skills in threat detection, containment, eradication, and recovery to strengthen organizational resilience. This instructor-led training prepares you for the GCIH exam and the GIAC Certified Incident Handler certification, a globally recognized credential for incident response professionals.

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Who is this course for?

Who is the GIAC© Certified Incident Handler (GCIH) training course for?

This training course is ideal for cybersecurity professionals and incident response team members responsible for identifying and responding to security events. Participants gain in-depth knowledge of key areas, including incident response strategies, threat intelligence, intrusion detection, malware analysis, log analysis, forensic investigations, and incident reporting. By completing the training and preparing for the GCIH™ certification exam, individuals can demonstrate their proficiency in handling security incidents and executing effective containment, eradication, and recovery measures. This course is a strong fit for those aiming to build practical expertise in incident handling methodologies and reinforce organizational cyber resilience.


Disclaimer: Readynez is an independent training provider and is not affiliated with the Global Information Assurance Certification (GIAC) organization. All GIAC® certification names, including GFACT™, GPEN, GICSP, GRID, and others, are trademarks or registered trademarks of GIAC®. Our courses are designed to help learners prepare for GIAC® certification exams, which are administered independently by GIAC®. Certification exam fees are separate and paid directly to GIAC®.

Curriculum

What you will learn during our GIAC© Certified Incident Handler (GCIH) course.

  • Introduction to incident handling frameworks and lifecycle
  • Stages of incident response
  • Common attacker tactics and techniques
  • Reconnaissance and scanning methodologies
  • Exploitation methods and associated tools
  • Fundamentals of malware behavior and classification
  • Static and dynamic malware analysis processes
  • Tools for malware examination
  • Tools used during incident response
  • Live system and memory analysis utilities
  • Core concepts of network forensics
  • Capturing and interpreting network traffic
  • Network protocol analysis
  • Event log sources and aggregation tools
  • Techniques for effective log analysis
  • Deep dive into containment, eradication, and recovery strategies
  • Root cause identification and response workflows
  • Evidence handling, preservation, and documentation
  • Postincident review and reporting practices
  • Recap of essential topics and exam scope
  • Handson review activities and sample questions
  • Tips for preparing for the GCIH™ certification exam

Preparation

Wondering how to prepare for the Certified Incident Handler training course?

  • Orange-check A basic understanding of Windows and Linux operating systems and file structures
  • Orange-check Familiarity with command-line interfaces and graphical tools
  • Orange-check General knowledge of networking protocols and communication models
  • Orange-check Introductory experience with malware analysis or reverse engineering

Meet our instructors

Meet some of the Readynez Instructors you can meet on your course. They are experts, passionate about what they do, and dedicated to give back to their industry, their field, and those who want to learn, explore, and advance in their careers.

Kevin Henry

Kevin Henry delivers high-impact, LIVE instructor-led cybersecurity training for professionals preparing for certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CISA, and CCSP. With decades of global experience and deep industry insight, he equips learners with practical skills, strong exam readiness, and real-world understanding essential for modern security roles.

Meet the Instructor: Kevin Henry



At Readynez, we’re beyond proud to have Kevin on the instructor team!



With over 30 years of experience in IT security and audit, Kevin has helped thousands achieve certifications like CISSP, CISA, CISM, CCSP, and more.



As the official course writer for ISC2 and ISACA, and a trusted advisor to organizations globally, Kevin brings unmatched expertise, actionable guidance, engaging stories and real-world insight to every course.



Delegates consistently rate him 10/10 - and it’s easy to see why. His passion for teaching, deep knowledge, and genuine care for student success make him one of the most respected instructors in the field.



Excellence starts with instructors like you. Thank you for empowering learners worldwide - and for your unwavering commitment and trust!



Ready to join a session with Kevin? https://www.readynez.com/en/training/courses/vendors/isc2/ 

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James Rowney

James is recognised for his more than 20 years of contribution to learning and certification within IT Security.

James has worked on many large mission critical environments in some of the largest companies in their industries.

Understanding business requirements and drivers are essential to any strategy and design. Understanding environments are key to any application or infrastructure changes, both the immediate services they interface with and those beyond. A failure to satisfy Non Functional Requirements can not be fixed by a process.

Specialties: CISSP, CCSP, AWS Solution Architect Associate, TOGAF 9 certified 86080 member of The Association of Enterprise Architects (AEA) - 27519830. BCS Solution & Enterprise Architect Certified - AMBCS - 990529878, Linux RHCE V5 expired, RHCVA Unix, Storage, SAN, Netbackup, Clusters, Design and Delivery of Infrastructure.

 

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Friedhelm Düsterhöft

As one of Europe’s most respected GRC and cybersecurity experts, Friedhelm Düsterhöft brings over 30 years of experience to his LIVE instructor-led training. He equips professionals with practical skills, strong certification readiness, and a clear understanding of complex regulatory frameworks essential for modern security roles.

Meet the Instructor: Friedhelm Düsterhöft

With over 30 years of experience in IT, information security, and data privacy, Friedhelm Düsterhöft is one of the most respected voices in the GRC (Governance, Risk, and Compliance) space - helping professionals build robust, regulation-ready organizations.

As an authorized trainer for ISC2 and an accredited trainer for ISACA & EXIN, Friedhelm’s dedication to excellence has earned him the titles PECB German Trainer of the Year 2022 and PECB Platinum Trainer 2024

  • Founder of msdd.neT GmbH

  • ISO 27001 & ISO 31000 Expert

  • Accredited Certification Auditor
  • Contributor to global whitepapers on cybersecurity and compliance

  • Instructor for GRC courses including CISSP, CISA and NIS2 Lead Implementer

Friedhelm is known for translating complex regulatory demands into clear, actionable strategies - empowering professionals to build strong compliance cultures from the ground up.

If you're training with Friedhelm, you're learning from one of the most trusted minds in the field.

Find your next IT and security course with Friedhelm Düsterhöft here: https://www.readynez.com/en/training/courses/all/  

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FAQ

FAQs for the GCIH prep course.

The GIAC® Certified Incident Handler (GCIH) certification is a cybersecurity credential issued by GIAC®. It validates a professional’s ability to manage security incidents, including detection, analysis, and response using key incident handling techniques.

 

You can prepare effectively by enrolling in Readynez’s instructor-led training for the GCIH certification exam. Our course is designed to help individuals and teams gain the practical skills and knowledge required to succeed in cybersecurity incident handling roles and pass the GIAC® exam.

 

There are no formal prerequisites required to attempt the GIAC® GCIH certification exam. However, foundational knowledge of operating systems, command-line tools, and basic cybersecurity concepts is recommended for optimal preparation.

 

As per the official GIAC® website, the GCIH certification exam currently costs approximately €880. GIAC® certifications are valid for four years and require renewal to maintain active status.

 

The exam typically assesses knowledge in areas such as incident handling processes, hacker techniques, malware analysis, digital forensics, penetration testing, threat detection, and network traffic analysis.

 

Yes, the GIAC® GCIH certification is highly regarded in the industry. It demonstrates your ability to respond to cyber incidents, making you a competitive candidate for roles in cybersecurity operations and incident response.

 

Preparation time can vary depending on your background. On average, learners take several weeks to a few months to prepare. This includes time spent studying, completing hands-on labs, and taking practice exams.

Yes. GIAC® exams are proctored and can be taken online through ProctorU or at an approved Pearson VUE testing center.

 

The difficulty of the exam depends on your cybersecurity experience and preparation. The certification is designed to test your practical incident handling skills. With the right training, such as the course provided by Readynez, candidates are well-positioned to pass.

 

The GCIH exam consists of approximately 106 questions to be completed in 4 hours. A passing score of 70% or higher is required to earn the certification.

 

To maintain the validity of your GCIH certification, you must renew it every four years through the GIAC® renewal process.

 

Salaries vary depending on your location, role, and experience level. However, professionals with GCIH certification can earn competitive salaries, often ranging from $80,000 to $100,000+ annually, especially in security operations and incident response roles.

 

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