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Incident Response Framework

Comprehensive IR Playbooks

20223 monthsIncident Response Lead

Project Overview

Developed a comprehensive incident response framework for an e-commerce company handling millions in daily transactions. The framework includes detailed playbooks, team training, and integration with security tools for automated response capabilities.

The Challenge

The company had experienced a significant data breach with no formal incident response process. Response was ad-hoc, leading to extended breach duration and regulatory penalties. They needed a structured approach to handle security incidents efficiently and minimize business impact.

The Solution

I created a complete incident response framework including playbooks for common attack scenarios, established an incident response team structure, and implemented SOAR integration for automated containment actions. Comprehensive tabletop exercises ensured team readiness.

Project Requirements

  • Incident response playbooks for 10+ scenarios
  • Clear roles and responsibilities matrix
  • Integration with existing security tools
  • Automated containment capabilities
  • Forensic investigation procedures
  • Communication templates and escalation paths
  • Regulatory compliance documentation
  • Regular testing and exercises

Key Features Implemented

Detailed playbooks for common attack types
SOAR integration for automated response
Incident classification and severity matrix
Evidence collection and chain of custody
Communication templates for stakeholders
Post-incident review process
Lessons learned documentation
Regular tabletop exercises

Project Outcomes

80%
Response Time
Reduction in incident response time
< 1 hour
Containment
Average time to contain incidents
100%
Team Readiness
Team trained and certified on procedures
100%
Compliance
Regulatory reporting requirements met

Lessons Learned

  • 1.Practice and exercises are essential for readiness
  • 2.Clear communication is as important as technical response
  • 3.Automation reduces human error during high-stress incidents
  • 4.Post-incident reviews drive continuous improvement

Project Details

Client
E-commerce Company
Role
Incident Response Lead
Duration
3 months
Year
2022

Technologies Used

IR Playbooks
SOAR
Forensics Tools
TheHive
MISP
Documentation

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