Incident Response Test Plan
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I. Introduction
This Incident Response Test Plan outlines the procedures and guidelines for testing [Your Company Name]'s incident response capabilities. The primary objective is to evaluate and enhance our readiness to detect, respond to, and recover from cybersecurity incidents effectively.
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II. Roles and Responsibilities
Roles | Responsibilities |
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Cybersecurity Team | Oversees the planning, execution, and evaluation of the test. |
IT Professionals | Participate in the test and implement technical aspects of the response. |
Incident Response Team | They are actively responding to simulated incidents as per their designated roles. |
Senior Management | Review the test plan and outcomes to ensure alignment with [Your Company Name]'s organizational objectives. |
Auditors and Consultants | Provide insights and recommendations for improvement based on the test results. |
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III. Test Scenarios
Phishing Attack
Malware Outbreak
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IV. Testing Procedures
Preparation
Execution
Monitoring
Debriefing
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V. Evaluation Criteria
Detection Time
Response Time
Communication Effectiveness
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VI. Communication Plan
Internal Communication
External Communication
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VII. Post-Test Activities
Analysis
Documentation
Training
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VIII. Appendices
Contact List
Checklists
Templates
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