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Format Live, Instructor-Led
Duration 5

The CCOA exam is Hard. We Know How to Pass It.

This intensive 5-day boot camp program covers all domains of the CCOA certification, teaching you proven strategies to pass on your first attempt. Our expert instructors guide you through the material with hands-on exercises and real-world scenarios. By Friday, you’ll be ready to test.

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    COURSE STRUCTURE

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    MODULE_ID: PREP

    Live Training QS: ~5
    BEFORE CLASS
    Critical Path

    Before Class

    Pre-course materials access
    L.prep.1
    Foundation concepts review
    L.prep.2
    Baseline self-assessment
    L.prep.3

    MODULE_ID: CCOA-01

    Live Training QS: ~5
    DAY 1
    Critical Path

    Technology Essentials

    CCOA Hybrid Exam Format and Performance-Based Items
    L.01.1
    TCP/IP, OSI Model and Common Ports and Protocols
    L.01.2
    Cloud Networking Versus Traditional Network Topology
    L.01.3
    Network Devices: Switches, Routers, Firewalls, Proxies
    L.01.4
    Logical and Physical Segmentation and VLANs
    L.01.5
    Network Access: VPN, NAC and Zero Trust
    L.01.6
    Lab: Map a Network With Nmap and Wireshark
    L.01.7
    Operating Systems: Windows and Linux Internals
    L.01.8
    Linux and PowerShell Command Line Essentials
    L.01.9
    Virtualization, Containers and Docker Basics
    L.01.10
    Databases, Middleware and Cloud Applications
    L.01.11
    APIs, Scripting and Automated Deployment
    L.01.12
    Lab: Automate System Enumeration With Python and Bash
    L.01.13
    Lab: Query Logs From the Command Line
    L.01.14
    Domain 1 Review and Practice Questions
    L.01.15

    MODULE_ID: CCOA-02

    Live Training QS: ~6
    DAY 2
    Critical Path

    Cybersecurity Principles & Risk

    Cybersecurity Objectives: CIA Triad and Non-Repudiation
    L.02.1
    Governance, Roles and Security Operations Responsibilities
    L.02.2
    Compliance Frameworks: NIST CSF, ISO 27001, PCI DSS
    L.02.3
    Cybersecurity Models: Defense in Depth and Zero Trust
    L.02.4
    Risk Management Process and Risk Registers
    L.02.5
    Lab: Map SOC Controls to NIST CSF Functions
    L.02.6
    Security Operations Center Roles and Tiers
    L.02.7
    Application and Web Application Risk (OWASP Top 10)
    L.02.8
    Network, System and Endpoint Risk
    L.02.9
    Cloud Technology Risk and Shared Responsibility
    L.02.10
    Data Risk, Classification and Data Protection
    L.02.11
    Supply Chain and Third-Party Risk
    L.02.12
    Lab: Threat Model a Web Application
    L.02.13
    Lab: Risk Assessment for a Cloud Workload
    L.02.14
    Domain 2 Review and Practice Questions
    L.02.15

    MODULE_ID: CCOA-03

    Live Training QS: ~6
    DAY 3
    Critical Path

    Adversarial Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures

    Threat Actors and Agents: Motivation and Capability
    L.03.1
    Attack Vectors: Phishing, Credentials, Exploits, Supply Chain
    L.03.2
    Threat Intelligence Sources, Feeds and Sharing (STIX/TAXII)
    L.03.3
    MITRE ATT&CK Tactics and Techniques Mapping
    L.03.4
    Cyber Attack Stages and the Kill Chain
    L.03.5
    Lab: Analyze a Phishing Email and Its Infrastructure
    L.03.6
    Lab: Map an Intrusion Report to ATT&CK
    L.03.7
    Attack Types: Malware, Ransomware, DDoS, Injection
    L.03.8
    Exploit Techniques and Vulnerability Chaining
    L.03.9
    Lateral Movement, Persistence and Privilege Escalation
    L.03.10
    Penetration Testing Phases and Rules of Engagement
    L.03.11
    Reconnaissance Detection and Attacker Tooling
    L.03.12
    Lab: Exploit a Vulnerable Host With Metasploit
    L.03.13
    Lab: Detect the Attack From the Defender View
    L.03.14
    Domain 3 Review and Practice Questions
    L.03.15

    MODULE_ID: CCOA-04

    Live Training QS: ~7
    DAY 4
    Critical Path

    Incident Detection and Response

    Logs and Alerts: Windows Event, Syslog, Firewall
    L.04.1
    SIEM, IDS/IPS and EDR Monitoring Tools
    L.04.2
    Indicators of Compromise and Indicators of Attack
    L.04.3
    Detection Use Cases and Alert Tuning
    L.04.4
    Data Analytics for Anomaly Detection
    L.04.5
    Lab: Build SIEM Detection Rules and Triage Alerts
    L.04.6
    Lab: Hunt for IOCs Across Endpoint Logs
    L.04.7
    Incident Handling Lifecycle (NIST SP 800-61)
    L.04.8
    Incident Containment, Eradication and Recovery
    L.04.9
    Network Traffic Analysis and Packet Analysis
    L.04.10
    Malware Analysis: Static and Dynamic Triage
    L.04.11
    Forensic Analysis and Evidence Preservation
    L.04.12
    Lab: Packet Capture Analysis With Wireshark and Zeek
    L.04.13
    Lab: Simulated SOC Incident Triage and Response
    L.04.14
    Domain 4 Review and Practice Questions
    L.04.15

    MODULE_ID: CCOA-05

    Live Training QS: ~7
    DAY 5
    Critical Path

    Securing Assets & Operational Integration

    Identity and Access Management Controls and MFA
    L.05.1
    Controls and Techniques: Hardening and Baselines
    L.05.2
    Industry Frameworks: CIS Controls and NIST SP 800-53
    L.05.3
    Contingency Planning, Backup and Recovery
    L.05.4
    Vulnerability Identification and Assessment Scanning
    L.05.5
    Vulnerability Remediation, Prioritization and Tracking
    L.05.6
    Lab: Scan and Remediate Hosts With Nessus or OpenVAS
    L.05.7
    Lab: Harden a Linux Server Against CIS Benchmarks
    L.05.8
    Incident Documentation, Reporting and Communication
    L.05.9
    Supporting Business Objectives Through Security Operations
    L.05.10
    Performance-Based Item Strategy and Time Management
    L.05.11
    Domain 5 Review and Practice Questions
    L.05.12
    Cross-Domain Review of Weak Areas
    L.05.13
    Lab: Full Incident Write-Up From a Simulated Breach
    L.05.14
    Full-Length Practice Exam and Review
    L.05.15
    Exam: CCOA
    L.05.16

    MODULE_ID: POST

    Live Training QS: ~8
    AFTER CLASS
    Critical Path

    After Class

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    FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

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    Real questions from real professionals who passed.
    Here's how we answer them.

    The Certified Cybersecurity Operations Analyst (CCOA) is a credential offered by ISACA that focuses on the technical skills required to evaluate threats, identify vulnerabilities, and recommend countermeasures to prevent cyber incidents. It is designed to empower IS/IT professionals to demonstrate their hands-on cybersecurity abilities and on-the-job skills to employers.

    The CCOA certification is ideal for cybersecurity professionals with 2-3 years of experience who are looking to enhance their technical skill set. It provides globally validated, skills-based training, including hands-on labs, making it suitable for those aiming to advance their careers in cybersecurity operations.

    The CCOA certification focuses on the technical skills necessary to evaluate threats, identify vulnerabilities, and recommend countermeasures to prevent cyber incidents. It emphasizes hands-on, practical training in a virtual environment that safely simulates real-world cyber threats

    Training Camp’s CCOA Boot Camp is a live, instructor-led 5-day course, available in person or live online. It combines official ISACA courseware with hands-on labs in a virtual environment that safely simulates real-world cyber threats, so you build practical skills alongside exam preparation.

    ISACA sets no formal prerequisite for the CCOA exam. It is tailored for cybersecurity professionals with 2 to 3 years of experience, so some foundational knowledge of networking and security operations will help you get the most from the boot camp.

    Earning the CCOA certification demonstrates to employers that you possess validated, hands-on skills in cybersecurity operations. It can enhance your professional credibility, open up new career opportunities, and potentially lead to higher earning potential in the field of cybersecurity.

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    This was the first run of the CCOA course and it exceeded my expectations. Practical, relevant, and aligned perfectly with what I do in the SOC

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