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Course Overview

The Kali Purple: Offensive-Assisted Defensive Security course stands out by seamlessly integrating offensive techniques into defensive cybersecurity workflows. This innovative approach empowers you to think like an attacker while building bulletproof defenses. You’ll master offensive tools, such as reconnaissance and vulnerability assessment frameworks, to simulate attack paths and use those insights to proactively bolster security measures. 

The course is grounded in hands-on practicality, with real-world scenarios and interactive labs at its core. You’ll deploy a comprehensive suite of tools, ranging from attack emulation (like vulnerability scanners) to defensive technologies (like SIEMs and IDS/IPS), ensuring you gain a dual perspective on cybersecurity. Clear, step-by-step guidance ensures even advanced topics, such as pivoting from offensive findings to tailored defense strategies, are accessible and actionable, keeping theory minimal while emphasizing practical results. Engaging, realistic examples bring learning to life, from patching vulnerabilities to deploying attacker traps using deception technology. Whether you’re a beginner learning the basics or a professional refining your skills, the course delivers empowering blue-team insights enriched by offensive techniques, preparing you to anticipate and neutralize threats effectively. 

This course ensures you’ll walk away with actionable skills and the confidence to dominate today’s cybersecurity challenges. 

What You Will Learn

  • Master the Fundamentals of Cybersecurity Defense with Kali Purple
  • Implement and Automate Proactive Defense Strategies
  • Develop Expertise in Threat Intelligence Integration
  • Build and Manage a Comprehensive Defensive Toolkit
  • Design Effective Incident Response Playbooks
  • Perform Advanced Threat Hunting and Log Analysis
  • Strengthen Security Posture with Continuous Monitoring and Improvement

Program Curriculum

  • Red, Blue, and Purple Teams: Understanding Cybersecurity Roles
  • What Is Kali Purple? A Game-Changer for Cybersecurity Defense
  • Kali Linux vs. Kali Purple: A New Defensive Era
  • Your Roadmap to Kali Purple Mastery
  • The NIST CSF Framework: A Blueprint for Success
  • Setting Expectations and Goals for the Course
  • Chapter 1 Quiz

  • System Requirements and Setup Preparation
  • Downloading and Configuring VirtualBox/VMware
  • Exploring the GUI: Navigating the Kali Purple Interface
  • Alternative Installation Methods and Customization
  • Chapter 2 Quiz

  • Identify
  • Protect
  • Detect
  • Respond
  • Recover
  • Chapter 3 Quiz

  • Overview – Building and Using SOC In-A-Box
  • Understanding the SOC In-A-Box Architecture
  • Installing Kali-Violet – OpenCTI & GVM
  • Setting Up Byzantium – Firewall & IDS/IPS Systems
  • Elastic Stack SIEM – Managing Security Events
  • Operationalizing SOC In-A-Box
  • Mastering SOC In-A-Box
  • Chapter 4 Quiz

  • Overview – Automating Cybersecurity with Kali Autopilot
  • What Is Kali Autopilot? Automating Cyber Defense
  • Installing and Configuring Kali Autopilot
  • Running and Optimizing Autopilot Operations
  • Conclusion – Leveraging Autopilot for Scalable Defense
  • Chapter 5 Quiz

  • Overview – Red Team vs. Blue Team Exercise
  • Simulating Attacks – Offensive Tools in Action
  • Defending Against Threats – SOC In-A-Box and Defensive Tools
  • Conclusion – Applying Red vs. Blue in a Controlled Lab
  • Chapter 6 Quiz

  • Checklist for Kali Purple Mastery
  • Pursuing EC-Council’s Certified SOC Analyst Certification
  • Continuous Learning – Resources and Tools for Growth
  • Chapter 7 Quiz
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Instructor

Jonathan Ciaramella

Jonathan Ciaramella is a seasoned cybersecurity expert with over eight years of experience in threat hunting, intelligence, and offensive security. As a Senior Threat Analyst at Wawa, he leads the development of threat intelligence and simulation capabilities. Holding top certifications like CEH, CPTS, CBBH, CRTO, CRTP, and CARTP, Jonathan is well-versed in red, blue, and purple teaming. He specializes in manual attack execution and Breach and Attack Simulation (BAS) to enhance security defenses. A frequent speaker, including at SecureWorld Texas, Jonathan bridges offensive and defensive strategies, with a growing focus on cloud security and AI in modern cyber defense.

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