Certified Threat Intelligence Analyst v2

Course Prerequisites

To successfully undertake the Certified Threat Intelligence Analyst (CTIA) course, students should meet the following minimum prerequisites:

• Basic understanding of cybersecurity concepts and terminology
• Familiarity with information security principles and frameworks
• Knowledge of network operations, including common network devices and protocols
• Awareness of common cyber threats and attack vectors
• Basic proficiency in using computers and internet research
• Ability to comprehend technical reports and documents
• Some experience with incident response or security operations is beneficial but not mandatory

These prerequisites are intended to ensure that participants have a foundational understanding that will allow them to fully benefit from the course content. No advanced technical skills are required, and the course is designed to be accessible to individuals with a general interest in cybersecurity and threat intelligence.

Road Maps

Target Audience for Certified Threat Intelligence Analyst (CTIA)

The Certified Threat Intelligence Analyst (CTIA) course equips professionals with skills to identify and mitigate cyber threats effectively.

• Cybersecurity Analysts
• Threat Intelligence Analysts
• Security Operations Center (SOC) Staff
• Incident Response Team Members
• Information Security Managers
• IT Managers
• Risk Management Professionals
• Network & System Administrators
• Law Enforcement Personnel and Cybercrime Investigators
• Security Consultants
• Military and Defense Intelligence Staff
• Cybersecurity Enthusiasts and Students pursuing a career in cybersecurity

Learning Objectives - What you will Learn in this Certified Threat Intelligence Analyst (CTIA)?

Introduction to the Certified Threat Intelligence Analyst (CTIA) Course Learning Outcomes

Gain expertise in identifying and mitigating cyber threats through the CTIA course, which covers intelligence understanding, threat analysis, and intelligence lifecycle management.

Learning Objectives and Outcomes

• Comprehend the Essence of Intelligence: Understand the core concepts of intelligence and its significance in cybersecurity.
• Grasp Cyber Threat Intelligence (CTI): Learn the nuances of CTI and how it can be applied to protect against cyber threats effectively.
• Master Threat Intelligence Lifecycle and Frameworks: Acquire knowledge of the various stages involved in the threat intelligence lifecycle and the frameworks that guide its application.
• Understand Cyber Threats and Kill Chain Methodology: Identify different cyber threats and learn the Kill Chain methodology to understand attack stages.
• Recognize Advanced Persistent Threats (APTs): Understand the nature of APTs and how they can be monitored and countered.
• Plan and Direct Threat Intelligence: Learn to analyze an organization’s threat landscape and plan a threat intelligence program aligned with its needs.
• Build and Review a Threat Intelligence Program: Establish management support, assemble a threat intelligence team, and review the program for effectiveness.
• Collect and Process Intelligence Data: Understand the collection, management, and processing of threat intelligence data, including the use of various feeds and sources.
• Analyze and Evaluate Threat Data: Apply data analysis techniques to interpret threat data and evaluate the reliability and relevance of threat intelligence.
• Disseminate and Share Threat Intelligence: Learn about intelligence reporting, dissemination, sharing relationships, and compliance with relevant acts and