Description
Prepare for the IBM Certified Deployment Professional – Security QRadar SIEM exam while gaining practical skills to deploy scalable, high-performance SIEM solutions in enterprise environments.
Course Description
This intensive course delivers end-to-end training for professionals who install, configure, tune, and maintain IBM QRadar SIEM in real-world networks. You will learn architecture fundamentals, sizing and deployment models, event & flow collection, log source integration, offense and rule tuning, performance optimization, and troubleshooting techniques. Moreover, the course prepares you to confidently approach the official IBM deployment certification objectives while developing on-the-job skills that security teams use every day.
What You’ll Learn
- QRadar architecture, components, and deployment models (Console, Event Collector, Flow Processor, All-in-One).
- System sizing, high-availability options, and capacity planning for EPS/flow requirements.
- Installing QRadar appliances and virtual deployments, and performing upgrades and migrations.
- Configuring log sources, DSM mapping, and integrating flow and event collection.
- Creating and tuning rules, building offenses, and reducing false positives.
- Performance tuning, monitoring system health, and conducting effective troubleshooting.
- Using QRadar apps, integration with SOAR/EDR, and implementing compliance reporting.
- Exam-focused topics mapped to IBM objectives for deployment professional certification.
Requirements
- Basic understanding of TCP/IP, networking, and Linux command line.
- Familiarity with log/event formats (Syslog, Windows Events) and security events.
- Access to a lab environment (recommended) or QRadar Community Edition for hands-on practice.
- No prior QRadar certification required; however, prior SIEM or security operations experience helps accelerate learning.
Course Materials & Structure
The course includes video lessons, step-by-step lab exercises, configuration walkthroughs, downloadable reference notes, and practice exam questions. First, you will study core concepts and architecture; then, you will perform hands-on labs that mirror deployment and tuning tasks. Finally, you will complete practice assessments that mirror the exam format to consolidate your readiness.
Learning Outcomes
After completing this course, you will be able to plan and execute QRadar deployments, configure log and flow sources, tune rules to reduce noise, optimize system performance, and troubleshoot complex issues. Consequently, you will be prepared to sit for the IBM Certified Deployment Professional exam and to apply deployment best practices in enterprise environments.
About the Publication
This course was developed by experienced QRadar practitioners and certified instructors who have deployed QRadar in large-scale enterprise environments. The authors combine official IBM curriculum alignment with practical lab scenarios. Furthermore, they maintain an active focus on current QRadar releases and exam objectives to keep content relevant and useful.
Explore These Valuable Resources.
- IBM QRadar SIEM product page
- IBM Certification — Deployment Professional (exam & objectives)
- IBM QRadar Documentation & Getting Started guides
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Who Should Enroll?
Security engineers, SIEM administrators, deployment specialists, and consultants who implement security monitoring solutions should enroll. Additionally, anyone preparing for the IBM Certified Deployment Professional exam will find the course highly relevant.
Why This Course?
First, this course blends certification-focused content with practical labs so you gain both knowledge and applied experience. Moreover, instructors will guide you through common pitfalls and performance tuning techniques you will use immediately. Finally, you receive exam-style practice questions to validate your readiness.
Support & Updates
We provide lifetime access to course materials and periodic updates when IBM releases significant QRadar updates. If you need assistance, our support channels will help you troubleshoot labs and clarify concepts promptly.
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