Cyber Threat Intelligence
Master threat intelligence analysis and strategic cybersecurity decision-making
Course Overview
This comprehensive 8-week course provides an in-depth introduction to Cyber Threat Intelligence (CTI), focusing on the collection, analysis, and dissemination of actionable intelligence to support cybersecurity decision-making. Students will learn to identify, track, and analyze cyber threats and threat actors.
The curriculum covers threat intelligence frameworks, OSINT techniques, malware analysis, and strategic intelligence reporting, preparing students for roles in threat intelligence teams and security operations centers.
Learning Outcomes
Understand the fundamentals of cyber threat intelligence
Collect and analyze threat data from multiple sources
Use OSINT techniques for threat actor profiling
Analyze malware and attack patterns
Create actionable intelligence reports
Implement threat intelligence platforms and tools
Understand attribution and threat actor tracking
Develop strategic and tactical intelligence products
Course Details
8 weeks (64 hours)
Virtual & In-Person
Basic cybersecurity knowledge
MISP, Maltego, Shodan, VirusTotal
What's Included
- Threat intelligence platforms access
- Real-world threat analysis cases
- OSINT investigation techniques
- Intelligence report templates
- Industry certification preparation
Course Curriculum
8 comprehensive modules covering cyber threat intelligence analysis and operations
Week 1
Introduction to Cyber Threat Intelligence
- •Fundamentals of Threat Intelligence
- •Intelligence Cycle and Requirements
- •Types of Intelligence (Strategic, Tactical, Operational)
- •Threat Intelligence Frameworks
- •CTI Use Cases and Applications
Week 2
Data Collection and OSINT Techniques
- •Open Source Intelligence (OSINT) Fundamentals
- •Data Collection Methodologies
- •OSINT Tools and Platforms
- •Social Media Intelligence (SOCMINT)
- •Dark Web Monitoring and Analysis
Week 3
Threat Actor Profiling and Attribution
- •Threat Actor Classification and Motivation
- •Attribution Techniques and Challenges
- •Behavioral Analysis of Threat Groups
- •Campaign Tracking and Analysis
- •Threat Actor Intelligence Reports
Week 4
Malware Analysis for Intelligence
- •Static and Dynamic Malware Analysis
- •Indicators of Compromise (IOCs) Extraction
- •Malware Family Classification
- •Reverse Engineering for Intelligence
- •Malware Intelligence Reporting
Week 5
Threat Intelligence Platforms and Tools
- •Threat Intelligence Platform (TIP) Overview
- •MISP Platform Implementation
- •Data Feeds and Integration
- •Automated Intelligence Processing
- •Intelligence Sharing and Collaboration
Week 6
Analysis and Assessment Techniques
- •Structured Analytic Techniques
- •Hypothesis Development and Testing
- •Confidence Levels and Uncertainty
- •Bias Recognition and Mitigation
- •Quality Assessment of Intelligence
Week 7
Intelligence Production and Dissemination
- •Intelligence Report Writing
- •Briefing and Presentation Techniques
- •Audience-Specific Intelligence Products
- •Dissemination Channels and Methods
- •Feedback and Requirements Management
Week 8
Advanced Topics and Career Development
- •Predictive Intelligence and Forecasting
- •Threat Hunting with Intelligence
- •Legal and Ethical Considerations
- •Career Paths in Threat Intelligence
- •Final Project and Portfolio Development
Career Opportunities
Launch your career in cyber threat intelligence and strategic security analysis
Threat Intelligence Analyst
Cyber Threat Researcher
Intelligence Operations Specialist
Malware Intelligence Analyst
OSINT Analyst
Threat Hunter
Security Intelligence Manager
Cyber Threat Intelligence Consultant
Attribution Analyst
Strategic Intelligence Analyst
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