Episode 14 — Turn Lessons Learned into Capability with After-Action Reviews and Follow-Through
The transition from incident recovery to long-term capability building is achieved through the disciplined use of an After-Action Review (AAR) and a relentless commitment to follow-through. The GCIL body of knowledge emphasizes the importance of a blame-free post-incident process that focuses on identifying the root causes of both successes and failures. You must lead this session by gathering diverse perspectives from the technical team, legal counsel, and business owners to build a comprehensive picture of the event. The goal of an AAR is to generate a list of prioritized corrective actions, such as updating a flawed playbook or implementing a new technical control to prevent a repeat compromise. Success requires more than just a meeting; it requires a formal tracking system to ensure that every identified improvement is actually implemented and verified. For the exam, understanding how to transform incident data into a measurable increase in organizational resilience is a key leadership competency. This virtuous cycle of learning ensures that the organization does not just survive a crisis but emerges with a significantly hardened and more capable defense. Produced by BareMetalCyber.com, where you’ll find more cyber audio courses, books, and information to strengthen your educational path. Also, if you want to stay up to date with the latest news, visit DailyCyber.News for a newsletter you can use, and a daily podcast you can commute with.
