breach-simulation
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SKILL.md
Designing Breach Simulation Exercise
Overview
Breach simulation exercises (tabletop exercises) test an organization's ability to detect, respond to, and recover from a personal data breach without the consequences of an actual incident. A well-designed exercise validates the breach response plan, identifies gaps in procedures, communication, and decision-making, and builds institutional muscle memory. This skill covers the end-to-end design process from scenario creation through after-action reporting.
Exercise Design Framework
Exercise Types
| Type | Duration | Participants | Complexity | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tabletop (discussion-based) | 2-4 hours | 8-15 senior stakeholders | Medium | Test decision-making, communication, and policy application |
| Functional exercise | 4-8 hours | 15-30 cross-functional team members | High | Test operational procedures and tool usage |
| Full-scale simulation | 1-3 days | Organization-wide (50+ participants) | Very high | Test end-to-end response including technical, legal, communications, and executive functions |