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GIAC AI Security Automation Engineer

GIAC practitioner certification on using AI and automation for offensive emulation, defensive automation, SOAR and detection engineering.

Who it is for
Not stated on the page; a practitioner-level certification.
Prerequisites
Not stated on the provider page. Check the provider.
Format
One proctored exam, 82 questions, 3 hours, minimum pass 70% (versions released on or after 2026-04-10).
Cost
Not stated on the provider page. Check the provider.
Renewal
Renewal link given; CPE requirements for this certification not stated.

What it covers

  • Adversary emulation
  • AI fundamentals (LLMs, RAG, agentic AI)
  • Offensive workflow automation
  • Workflow automation with scripting and Infrastructure as Code
  • AWS and Azure security automation
  • Defensive automation and SOAR
  • AI-assisted detection engineering and incident response

Course name and code not stated on the page.

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Practise the skills

Practice only: PlayCISO does not award or accredit this credential.

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