Course Overview
Traditional security monitoring relies heavily on alerts, but sophisticated threats often evade automated detection. Threat hunting enables security teams to proactively search for hidden threats by analysing patterns, anomalies, and behavioural indicators across systems and networks.
This mentor-led programme introduces practical threat hunting methodologies used by modern security operations teams. Learners explore how to develop hypotheses, analyse log data, and conduct structured hunts using SIEM platforms such as Splunk and the Elastic Stack.
Through practical scenarios and guided exercises, participants perform threat investigations, create detection logic, and develop repeatable hunting workflows. By the end of the programme, learners understand how to move from hypotheses to validated detections that strengthen organisational security monitoring.
Hands-On Learning
Practical exercises conducting threat hunts and analysing SIEM data using Splunk or ELK environments.
Mentor-Led Sessions
Experienced cyber security mentors guide learners through structured threat hunting investigations.
Career-Ready Skills
Threat hunting and detection engineering skills used by SOC analysts and cyber threat hunters.
Learning Outcomes
Understand modern threat hunting methodologies
Develop threat hunting hypotheses and investigation plans
Analyse security logs using SIEM platforms
Identify hidden threats and suspicious behaviour patterns
Convert hunting insights into detection rules
Document and communicate threat hunting results
Prerequisites
Basic understanding of networking and cyber security concepts.
Familiarity with security monitoring or SOC operations is recommended.
Prior experience with SIEM tools or log analysis is helpful.
Detailed Syllabus
Step-by-step learning journey from basics to professional practice
Topics Covered
- Introduction to threat hunting concepts
- Overview of SIEM platforms
- Learning environment orientation
Skills You'll Gain
Master these in-demand skills through hands-on practice
Career Progression
A clear view of the roles this programme supports, what typically comes next, and where learners progress over time
Ways to Learn
Choose the learning format that works best for you and your team
Live Online
Instructor-Led Training
Join live instructor-led sessions from anywhere. Interactive, engaging, and flexible.
- Live instructor interaction (real-time)
- Trainer-led walkthroughs and real examples
- Guided resources and session notes provided
- Structured Q&A and practical discussion
Price per person
Group enrolments and early planning options available.
All prices are exclusive of VAT where applicable. Group enrolments and custom packages available on request.
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Exam & Certification Information
Everything you need to know about the certification exams
Important Information
Learners who successfully complete the programme receive a Threat Hunting with SIEM Certificate of Completion from Xcademia.
Credential
Certificate of Completion
On successful completion of Threat Hunting with Splunk or ELK, learners receive an Xcademia Certificate of Completion. This standalone certificate is issued directly by Xcademia and is aligned with globally recognised frameworks and best practices.
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about this course
Threat hunting is a proactive cyber security practice where analysts search for hidden threats within systems and networks.
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