Building the IR go-bag: Essential tools, scripts, and playbooks for private sector teams

When incidents strike, responders rarely have the luxury of time—or perfect conditions. That’s where the “IR go-bag” comes in: a curated set of tools, scripts, and workflows that ensure consistency and speed in the heat of an investigation. In this session, we’ll break down how to design and maintain an IR go-bag that balances portability, flexibility, and forensic defensibility. Attendees will see examples of host triage scripts, rapid data collection workflows, and common pitfalls to avoid when deploying tools in live environments. We’ll also explore how Magnet Forensics tools can integrate into a broader incident response toolkit. Whether you’re an in-house responder or part of a consulting team, this session will help you build a go-bag that reduces dwell time and increases confidence when every second counts.