Logical Operations Provides CyberSec First Responder Students with Complimentary Subscriptions to the Hacker Academy to Provide Exclusive Post-class Hands-on Learning for Real-World Experience
April 23, 2015 Rochester, NY

Logical Operations, the world’s leading provider of information technology instructor-led courseware, announces that their ProCert Accredited CyberSec First Responder: Threat Detection and Response (CFR) training curriculum and certification is accompanied by free subscriptions to The Hacker Academy for students to continue practicing and honing their skills after class.

The CyberSec First Responder: Threat Detection and Response training curriculum and certification, Certified CyberSec First Responder, provides IT professionals with the skills to analyze threats, secure networks, handle incidents, and utilize other critical security skills necessary to ensure that their organization is protected from cyber threats. Upon completion of the course, students are able to sit for the high-stakes Certified CyberSec First Responder exam virtually or in-person through Castle Worldwide.

Logical Operations’ unique partnership with Blackfin Security, owners of The Hacker Academy, provides students with access to a one-of-a-kind, on-demand, interactive lab environment to continue their learning even after class. With purchase of a CyberSec First Responder courseware kit (which includes a backpack and t-shirt, and the option to add a voucher to take the certification exam), all students will receive a free 90-day subscription to The Hacker Academy. This exclusive offer allows students to continue practicing with hands-on labs and simulated networks, immersing students in a real-world experience that will prepare them to apply their newly learned skills and techniques while on the job.

“The CyberSec First Responder course and certification program is unique in its holistic approach to training security professionals to prevent and respond to cyber threats,” said Bill Rosenthal, CEO, Logical Operations. “We are thrilled to offer an exclusive Hacker Academy subscription to help students continue practicing the skills learned in class in a real-world environment that will prepare them to successfully tackle security incidents they will encounter at their own organization.”

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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 certificates including Logical Operations Certified CyberSAFE.

For more information, connect with Logical Operations at http://logicaloperations.com and on Twitter @logicalops.

About Blackfin Security

Blackfin Security helps effectively educate and train employees through On-Demand Technical Security Training, Security Awareness Training, and a Phishing Simulation and Training Platform. Blackfin Security solutions are purpose-built around the concept of creating a more secure enterprise through training activities involving employees at all levels.