GIAC Certified Incident Handler (GCIH)

Issued by Global Information Assurance Certification (GIAC)

GCIH holders have demonstrated their ability to manage security incidents by understanding common attack techniques, vectors and tools as well as defending against and/or responding to such attacks when they occur. The GCIH certification focuses on methods used to detect, respond, and resolve computer security incidents. Professionals holding the GCIH are qualified for hands-on and leadership positions within incident handling teams.

Type Certification
Level Advanced
Cost Paid

Additional Details

Skills

Incident Handling
Incident Response
Information Security
Malware
Network Security
Penetration Testing
Reconnaissance
Security Policy
Vulnerability Assessment
Web Application Security

Earning Criteria

Standards

ANAB Accredited ISO/IEC 17024 Personnel Certification Body

ANAB accreditation is generally recognized as the highest standard in personnel certification accreditation.

GCIH received ANAB certification in December 2009

Evidence

Analyst

Analyst Number

27563