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Meet the KnowTree Forensic Examiner (KTFE) Course: Your Gateway to Digital Forensics

November 20, 2023By Redação KnowTree4 min read
Meet the KnowTree Forensic Examiner (KTFE) Course: Your Gateway to Digital Forensics

The 40-hour KnowTree Forensic Examiner course prepares technology, legal, information-security, military, and public-safety professionals for digital forensics and cyber incident response.

The connected world brings numerous advantages, but it also increases the risks associated with cybercrime and security incidents. With this, demand is growing for professionals qualified to work in digital forensics and cyber incident response. The KnowTree Forensic Examiner (KTFE) course is a unique opportunity for those who want to specialize in this constantly growing area.

With 40 instructional hours in a fully online format, the KTFE has been carefully structured to provide a solid base of knowledge and practical skills in digital forensic investigation, covering from the analysis of computer systems to the investigation of mobile devices and web services.


What Will You Learn?

KTFE is divided into modules that cover the main aspects of digital forensics, ensuring complete and comprehensive learning. During the course, you will have access to content and practices that will address topics such as:

  • Foundations of Digital Forensics: Learn about the rules, procedures and regulations that guide investigations.
  • Phases of Forensic Computing: Explore the essential steps of the investigative process.
  • Data Extraction and Analysis: Learn how to collect volatile and non-volatile data from different devices, including computers, notebooks, mobile phones and servers.
  • Operating Systems Analysis: Master techniques to investigate Windows, Linux, and Mac systems.
  • Artifacts and Records Investigation: Understand how to analyze artifacts such as registry keys, file systems, shellbags, event logs, among others.
  • Identifying Indicators of Compromise: Find out how to detect compromised signals in systems.
  • Production of Technical Reports: Learn to draw up expert reports, opinions and reports that meet legal requirements.
  • Open-Source Intelligence: Learn tools and techniques to collect relevant information from public sources.
  • Automatic Malware Analysis: Gain practical experience with modern cyber threat analysis tools.

Exclusive Materials and Methodology

The course offers a practical and didactic approach, with theoretical and practical exercises, virtual machines for simulated activities, and recorded video lessons which can be accessed at any time. In addition, participants have the chance to interact in forums with instructors and colleagues, promoting the sharing of experiences and the questions to be answered in real time.

At the end of the course, you will be able to apply the techniques and practices learned in various scenarios, such as responses to cyber incidents, security audits, criminal investigations and legal disputes.


Who Is This Course For?

KTFE is suitable for people with basic computer knowledge who wish to expand their skills in the field of cybersecurity and digital forensics. Check out the main audiences that can benefit from the course:

  • IT and Law Students
  • Information Technology and Information Security Analysts
  • Incident Response Professionals
  • Forensic Analysts and Cyber Incident Investigators
  • Lawyers, Judges and Prosecutors
  • Members of the Armed Forces and Public Security

If you identify with any of these areas, KTFE may be the missing piece to advance your career.


Meet the Instructor

The course is taught by the experienced Federal Criminal Forensics Expert Nilson Sangy, member of the Federal Police and renowned expert in digital forensics.

With 15 years of experience in the area, Nilson works in the Directorate for Combating Cyber Crimes of the Federal Police. He's a graduate of Systems Analysis and Development from UFPR, postgraduate degree in Malware Analysis from the University of Alcalá, Spain, and master’s degree in Computer Engineering ITA.

In addition, Expert Nilson has important certifications such as CHFI, ECIH, CND, CIS and OSCE, and has extensive experience in providing specialized training.


Technical requirements

To make the most of the course, it is recommended that participants have:

  • Basic computer knowledge.
  • A computer with at least:
    • 8 GB RAM
    • 50 GB free disk space
    • Intel Core i3 processor or higher

These settings ensure optimal performance for practical activities throughout the course.


Benefits and Certification

By completing KTFE, you will receive a completion certificate that validates your qualification as Digital Forensics Analyst. This certificate is a differential in the job market, especially for professionals who wish to stand out in the field of cybersecurity and digital investigations.

In addition, the materials included – practical exercises, video lessons, and access to the virtual environment of KnowTree – make the course even more valuable.


Sign up now!

O KnowTree Forensic Examiner (KTFE) is more than a course – it is a gateway to an exciting and high-demand career. If you want to stand out in the industry, solve complex cases and protect organizations from cyber threats, this course is for you.

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