Hands On Program
Whether you're a beginner looking to explore the fundamentals or an experienced professional seeking to deepen your expertise, our program offers a variety of learning experiences. Led by industry professionals, participants will engage in immersive exercises and real-world simulations covering a broad spectrum of areas. participants will gain practical, hands-on knowledge essential for navigating the complex landscape of cybersecurity threats.
Topic
In this session, we'll explore a cybersecurity incident where your SOC SIEM has detected suspicious activities. Enhance your network investigation skills and dive into a packet capture analysis utilizing common industry tools such as Wireshark to unravel the attacker's actions.
Date / Time
Tuesday, August 20, 2024 / 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. CDT
Location
TrendMicro Training Room
225 E John Carpenter Freeway
Suite #1500
Irving, TX 75062
Registration Fee
North Texas ISSA members - Free
Non-members $30
About the Challenge
The “Thieves in the Temple” Cyber Challenge will guide you as you break into a network, and then help you pick up the pieces with a threat investigation.
1. Jeopardy Style Capture the Flag: Test your skills with a variety of cybersecurity challenges. Each task will push you to think creatively and strengthen your defenses.
2. Threat Investigation: Dive into cybercrime and learn to uncover digital evidence. Track down cybercriminals and protect against future threats.
By joining this immersive experience with NTX ISSA and Trend Micro, you will earn 3 CPE credits!
Skill Level
Intermediate to Advanced Cybersecurity Practitioners
Agenda
2:00 PM - 2:30 PM Arrival, In-processing, and Food
2:30 PM - 3:00 PM Challenge Setup and Introduction
Participants will connect via remote desktop.
Please bring your own device (BYOD) to ensure a smooth start.
3:00 PM - 6:00 PM Thieves in the Temple Cyber Challenge
- Engage in a simulated cyber-attack scenario, exploring both offensive
(Red Team) and defensive (Blue Team) tactics.
- Address various challenges with the assistance of SEs (Security Engineers)
on the platform.
- Learn about XDR (Extended Detection and Response), implement security
controls, and discuss measures to react and mitigate risks.
6:00-6:30 PM Event Conclusion
- Raffle and distribution of swag.
- Network with peers and experts over refreshments.
Additional Info.
Snacks and refreshments will be provided on-site.
There is a BYOD requirement to participate (laptop)
Please your laptop has remote desktop access capability
Proof of event registration via phone or printout
Attendees will earn 3 CPE Hours. Email: hop@ntxissa.org after the event.
March
Session Facilitator & Industry Expert
Topic
Dissecting Network Traffic
In this session, we'll explore a cybersecurity incident where your SOC SIEM has detected suspicious activities. Enhance your network investigation skills and dive into a packet capture analysis utilizing common industry tools such as Wireshark to unravel the attacker's actions.
Date / Time
Tuesday, March 19, 2024 / 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. CDT
Location
Fortinet Training Room
6111 W Plano Parkway
Plano, TX 75093
To navigate to the Fortinet Training Room: enter the building, take the stairs / elevator to the 2nd floor and turn right. Find Fortinet signage for Suite #2100.
Pre-workshop Requirements
Bring your own laptop: We will not have laptops on-site so please bring your own laptop and power cord to follow along with lab exercises. Otherwise, you're welcome to come watch, take notes, and attempt to replicate at home.
Install Wireshark: We recommend that all work on the lab exercises within a virtual machine (VM), but installing Wireshark on your host machine will suffice.
Proof of registration: Please bring a proof of registration via phone or print-out
Blue Teams Labs Online (BTLO) account: We will be utilizing the BTLO platform for our lab exercise, so please register for your free account in advance before the event date.