Logical Operations Releases Updated CyberSec First Responder Course to Incorporate Latest Cybersecurity Practices and Add Co-Author, Noted Academic Leader in Cybersecurity Education and Practice
July 10, 2015 Rochester, NY

Logical Operations, the world’s leading provider of information technology instructor-led courseware, has released an updated version of CyberSec First Responder: Threat Detection and Response, to proactively incorporate the latest cybersecurity practices in the industry into the curriculum. In addition, Bill Stackpole, noted academic leader in cybersecurity education and Associate Professor of Computing Security at Rochester Institute of Technology, has been added as a co-author of the course.

Logical Operations’ dedication to providing professionals with the most current knowledge and skills to become the first line of response against cyber-attacks can be seen in their continuous improvement and ability to swiftly update the CyberSec First Responder training course based on the latest cybersecurity information and practices available today. As part of this update, Bill Stackpole, Associate Professor of Computing Security at Rochester Institute of Technology, has conducted an extensive review of the course and added key information to a variety of course lessons, including but not limited to: an appendix of security resources, tools, and publications, etc., that students can use as a quick reference; information around international security standards and frameworks; and additional material on physical network security and auditing. These updates will further strengthen students’ cybersecurity knowledge and provide them with the critical skills necessary to be able to proactively defend organizations against imminent cyber threats.

“We are pleased to release this update of the CyberSec First Responder course to remain on top of the latest cybersecurity practices,” said Bill Rosenthal, CEO, Logical Operations. “We truly value Professor Stackpole’s feedback and input on this course and are thrilled that he has co-authored CyberSec First Responder. The updates made to the course will help ensure that students gain a well-rounded understanding of cybersecurity and the real-world skills needed to effectively defend organizations from cyber-attacks.”

"The Cybersec First Responder program addresses the issues likely to be faced by practitioners working in the field. I am very happy to have contributed to this well-considered and comprehensive program,” said Bill Stackpole, Associate Professor of Computing Security at Rochester Institute of Technology.

To learn more about CyberSec First Responder: Threat Detection and Response, visit here.

About Logical Operations

Logical Operations helps organizations and individuals maximize training with an adaptable expert-facilitated learning experience. Its more than 4,600 titles are available globally through flexible delivery platforms that are designed for any learning environment. Logical Operations also offers a growing portfolio of high-stakes certifications such as Logical Operations Certified CyberSec First Responder and assessments including Logical Operations Certified CyberSAFE. For more information, connect with Logical Operations at http://logicaloperations.com and on Twitter @logicalops.