When does class start/end?
Class hours may vary, please reach out to contact@ascendientlearning.com if you have any questions.
QRadar EDR: Foundations
In this course, you learn about the IBM Security® QRadar® EDR architecture and how to position the product within your company- s landscape of security solutions. You gain skills around how to...
Read More
$1,900 USD
Duration
2 days
Course Code
BQ505G
Available Formats
Classroom, Virtual
Overview
In this course, you learn about the IBM Security® QRadar® EDR architecture and how to position the product within your company- s landscape of security solutions. You gain skills around how to install the QRadar EDR Hive on your premises and the EDR Agents on your endpoints. You can review the user interface and how to navigate the EDR Dashboard while investigating endpoint threats.
This course applies to version 3.12 of the on-premises QRadar EDR offering.
Skills Gained
In this course, you learn to perform the following tasks:
- Navigate the QRadar EDR Dashboard
- Describe the QRadar EDR architecture
- Install the on-premises QRadar EDR Hive and configure the initial setup
- Deploy the QRadar EDR Agent on your endpoints
- Investigate threats on endpoints
- Manage endpoints
- Understand and respond to alerts and trends
- Act upon behavioral malware and ransomware attacks
- Configure notifications and Simple Mail Transfer Protocol
- Set up forwarding alerts
- Define policies
- Handle downloaded and quarantined files from your endpoints
- Set up users, groups, and clients
- Configure Hive-Cloud Score
- Create applications
- Monitor audit logs
Who Can Benefit
Security operations center (SOC) AdministratorSOC AnalystSecurity AnalystIncident ResponderManaged Service Security Provider (MSSP)
Prerequisites
null
Course Details
Getting started
- Dashboard overview
- Architecture
- QRadar EDR on-prem installation
- Downloading, installing, and updating the QRadar EDR Agent
Protecting your endpoints
- Investigating threats on endpoints
- Managing endpoints
- Understanding and responding to alerts and trends
- Acting upon behavioral malware and ransomware attacks
- Hunting for threats on your endpoint using a QRadar EDR lab
Administering your environment
- Configuring notifications and Simple Mail Transfer Protocol (SMTP)
- Setting up forwarding alerts
- Defining policies
- Handling downloaded and quarantined files from your endpoints
- Setting up users, groups, and clients
- Configuring Hive-Cloud Score
- Creating applications
- Monitoring audit logs
Schedule
4 options available
-
May 12, 2025 - May 13, 2025 (2 days)
Live Virtual | 9:30AM – 5:30PM EDT Language English Select from 1 options below Live Virtual |9:30AM – 5:30PM EDT- Enroll
- Enroll Add to quote
-
Jun 30, 2025 - Jul 1, 2025 (2 days)
Live Virtual | 9:30AM – 5:30PM EDT Language English Select from 1 options below Live Virtual |9:30AM – 5:30PM EDT- Enroll
- Enroll Add to quote
-
Sep 29, 2025 - Sep 30, 2025 (2 days)
Live Virtual | 9:30AM – 5:30PM EDT Language English Select from 1 options below Live Virtual |9:30AM – 5:30PM EDT- Enroll
- Enroll Add to quote
-
Nov 24, 2025 - Nov 25, 2025 (2 days)
Live Virtual | 9:30AM – 5:30PM EST Language English Select from 1 options below Live Virtual |9:30AM – 5:30PM EST- Enroll
- Enroll Add to quote
FAQ
Does the course schedule include a Lunchbreak?
Classes typically include a 1-hour lunch break around midday. However, the exact break times and duration can vary depending on the specific class. Your instructor will provide detailed information at the start of the course.
What languages are used to deliver training?
Most courses are conducted in English, unless otherwise specified. Some courses will have the word "FRENCH" marked in red beside the scheduled date(s) indicating the language of instruction.
What does GTR stand for?
GTR stands for Guaranteed to Run; if you see a course with this status, it means this event is confirmed to run. View our GTR page to see our full list of Guaranteed to Run courses.
How do I find an Ascendient Learning training location?
We have training locations across the United States and Canada - View a complete list of classroom training locations.
Which delivery formats are available?
At Ascendient Learning, we offer training that is Instructor-Led, Online, Virtual, and Self-Paced.
Does Ascendient Learning deliver group training?
Yes, we provide training for groups, individuals and private on sites. View our group training page for more information.
What does vendor-authorized training mean?
As a vendor-authorized training partner, we offer a curriculum that our partners have vetted. We use the same course materials and facilitate the same labs as our vendor-delivered training. These courses are considered the gold standard and, as such, are priced accordingly.
Is the training too basic, or will you go deep into technology?
It depends on your requirements, your role in your company, and your depth of knowledge. The good news about many of our learning paths, you can start from the fundamentals to highly specialized training.
How up-to-date are your courses and support materials?
We continuously work with our vendors to evaluate and refresh course material to reflect the latest training courses and best practices.
Are your instructors seasoned trainers who have deep knowledge of the training topic?
Ascendient Learning instructors have an average of 27 years of practical IT experience and have also served as consultants for an average of 15 years. To stay current, instructors spend at least 25 percent of their time learning new, emerging technologies and courses.
Do you provide hands-on training and exercises in an actual lab environment?
Lab access is dependent on the vendor and the type of training you sign up for. However, many of our top vendors will provide lab access to students to test and practice. The course description will specify lab access.
Will you customize the training for our company’s specific needs and goals?
We will work with you to identify training needs and areas of growth. We offer a variety of training methods, such as private group training, on-site of your choice, and virtually. We provide courses and certifications that are aligned with your business goals.
How do I get started with certification?
Getting started on a certification pathway depends on your goals and the vendor you choose to get certified in. Many vendors offer entry-level IT certification to advanced IT certification that can boost your career. To get access to certification vouchers and discounts, please contact info@ascendientlearning.com.
Will I get access to content after I complete a course?
You will get access to the PDF of course books and guides, but access to the recording and slides will depend on the vendor and type of training you receive.
How do I request a W9 for Ascendient Learning?
View our filing status and how to request a W9.
Reviews
Instructor knew her stuff. Long time in the industry. Course was easy to follow and very informative.
this class was informative, made me think about certifying for the suse manager cert.
Course was great and the instructor had an answer for anything that was asked during the course.
Some Labs are very good but some steps it ask to update but its already updated, but overall its very good training.
Overall ExitCertified is a great training provider and the remote learning is as effective as in person.
