Cybersecurity Threat Intelligence

Cybersecurity Threat Intelligence Training is a comprehensive course designed to equip participants with the knowledge and skills required to effectively gather, analyze, and respond to cyber threats....

Delivery Method: Instructor-Led Training

Course Delivery Format: live

Course Level

Timeline

Price

£200

Description

Cybersecurity Threat Intelligence Training is a comprehensive course designed to equip participants with the knowledge and skills required to effectively gather, analyze, and respond to cyber threats. In this course, you will learn about the fundamental principles of threat intelligence, various data collection methods, analysis techniques, and how to apply threat intelligence to enhance cybersecurity defenses.

Course Objectives

  • Understand the fundamentals of threat intelligence: Participants will gain a solid understanding of threat intelligence concepts, including threat actors, attack vectors, indicators of compromise (IOCs), and the intelligence lifecycle.
  • Learn data collection methods: You will explore different sources of threat intelligence data, including open-source intelligence (OSINT), dark web monitoring, honeypots, and security logs. You will learn how to effectively gather and validate intelligence data.
  • Analyze threat intelligence data: Participants will develop skills in analyzing threat intelligence data to identify patterns, trends, and potential risks. Various analysis techniques such as data visualization, statistical analysis, and machine learning will be covered.
  • Conduct adversary profiling: You will learn how to conduct detailed profiling of threat actors and understand their motivations, techniques, and capabilities. This knowledge will help in developing proactive defense strategies.
  • Apply threat intelligence to security operations: Participants will learn how to integrate threat intelligence into security operations, including incident response, vulnerability management, and security monitoring. You will understand how to leverage threat intelligence to detect, mitigate, and prevent cyber threats.
  • Collaborate and share intelligence: Effective collaboration and sharing of threat intelligence within the cybersecurity community is crucial. This course will cover the protocols, tools, and platforms used for sharing threat intelligence with trusted partners and organizations.
  • Develop threat intelligence reports: You will gain hands-on experience in creating clear and concise threat intelligence reports. These reports will be tailored to various stakeholders, such as senior management, security teams, and law enforcement agencies.

Course Outline

Course Outline for Cybersecurity Threat Intelligence

Introduction to Threat Intelligence

  • Introduction to threat intelligence and its importance in cybersecurity
  • Key concepts; terminologies and frameworks used in threat intelligence
  • Understanding the threat landscape and its evolution

Cyber Threat Actors and Motivations

  • Exploration of different threat actors including hackers; hacktivists; state-sponsored groups and insider threats
  • Analysis of their motivations; tactics; techniques and procedures (TTPs)
  • Case studies highlighting notable threat actors and their impact

Collection and Analysis of Threat Intelligence

  • Techniques for collecting threat intelligence from various sources such as open sources; dark web; honeypots and security vendors
  • Methods for validating and correlating threat intelligence data
  • Tools and frameworks for analyzing and prioritizing threats

Threat Intelligence Platforms and Tools

  • Overview of threat intelligence platforms (TIPs) and their role in managing threat intelligence
  • Evaluation and selection of TIPs based on organizational needs
  • Hands-on experience with popular threat intelligence tools

Indicators of Compromise (IOCs) and TTPs

  • Understanding Indicators of Compromise (IOCs) and their role in threat detection and prevention
  • Analysis of common IOCs; including IP addresses; domain names; hashes and patterns
  • Examination of Tactics; Techniques and Procedures (TTPs) used by threat actors

Threat Hunting and Incident Response

  • Techniques for proactively hunting for threats within an organization's network
  • Developing and implementing incident response plans based on threat intelligence and Live simulations and exercises to practice threat hunting and incident response scenarios

Threat Intelligence Sharing and Collaboration

  • Importance of information sharing in the cybersecurity community
  • Overview of threat intelligence sharing platforms and standards
  • Best practices for effective collaboration and sharing of threat intelligence

Ethical and Legal Considerations in Threat Intelligence

  • Ethical considerations when collecting and using threat intelligence
  • Compliance with legal frameworks and regulations related to threat intelligence and Privacy and data protection concerns in threat intelligence practices

Emerging Trends and Future of Threat Intelligence

  • Exploration of emerging trends; technologies and methodologies in the field of threat intelligence
  • Understanding the impact of artificial intelligence; Machine learning and automation in threat intelligence
  • Forecasting future challenges and opportunities in the threat intelligence landscape

Course Prerequisites

Basic knowledge of cybersecurity concepts and networking.

Career Path

  • Threat Intelligence Analyst
  • Cyber Security Incident Manager
  • Vulnerability Management Specialist
  • Security Operation Centre (SOC) Analyst

Target Audience

  • IT professionals interested in expanding their knowledge of Cybersecurity Threat Intelligence
  • Vulnerability Management Analyst & SoC Analyst involved in security monitoring nd operations

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Exams & Certifications

  • Threat Intelligence Training | CTIA Certification
  • GIAC Cyber Threat Intelligence (GCTI)
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