Placing the Suspect Behind the Keyboard
Language: English
Published by Brett Shavers, 2024
- Softcover
- New

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- Title
- Placing the Suspect Behind the Keyboard
- Author
- Brett Shavers
- Publisher
- Brett Shavers
- Publication year
- 2024
- Condition
- New
- Binding
- Paperback
- Language
- English
- ISBN 13
- 9798218008536
- Item weight
- 422 grams
- Dimensions
- 15.24 x 1.4 x 22.86 cm
The DFIR Investigative Mindset guides the practitioner in thinking, acting, and solving computer crimes and computer-facilitated crimes like an expert cybersecurity sleuth. This book goes beyond mere tools and techniques, delving into the very essence of investigative work.
Written by Brett Shavers, a former law enforcement officer and a veteran DFIR practitioner, Brett shares his insights and experiences gained from working on various cases, ranging from hacking to espionage to terrorism. He provides practical techniques for developing and improving your investigative skills, such as critical thinking, problem-solving, data analysis, evidence correlation, and cognitive skill building.
“When your brain is turned into an investigative mindset, you see everything differently. Distractions are blocked and attention is focused on observing evidence. Forensic artifacts inferences and connections will scream out to you.” — Brett Shavers
Why This Book Matters:
Digital forensics isn’t just about analyzing data; it’s about thinking like an investigator. Brett reveals how the DFIR mindset goes beyond technical skills, emphasizing the importance of understanding motivation, attribution, and the human element behind cyber incidents. Whether you’re a law enforcement professional, a corporate security analyst, or a curious enthusiast, this book will transform your approach to investigations by propelling your skills exponentially, giving you an edge over opposing experts and competitors in the job market.
“The book improved my investigative mindset, contributing new perspectives and offering additional methodologies for critical thinking, decision-making, and strategic planning.” Chad Gish, Metro Nashville Police Department
“It has been some time since I read a book that I could not put down; this book “The DFIR Investigative Mindset” is one of them.” - Lorie Hermesdorf MSDF, Aurora University
“This is the book that examiners don’t know they need, the thing that is most difficult to teach in a classroom, and the reason that diverse teams that include people with investigative backgrounds are critical.” - Jessica Hyde, www.hexorida.com
You can be the best technically skilled analyst on the planet, but without an investigative mindset, you are second best, at best. This is the book that slings you over the top.
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