Introduction to Threat Intelligence (C|TIA Prep) from Pluralsight

Threat intelligence is a crucial part of any cyber-security program, and there is a global shortage of threat intelligence analysts that is continuing to grow. This course introduces you to the skills necessary to function in this critical role.

Threat intelligence is a critical component of cybersecurity and a tool that many companies don’t fully utilize. In this course, Introduction to Threat Intelligence (C|TIA Prep), you will understand how critical threat intelligence analysis is to a company's overall security posture. Additionally you will learn how threat intelligence analysts provide vitally important data that enables defenders, managers, and executives to make timely and accurate decisions.

First, you will understand what threat intelligence is, how it enhances all facets of a company's cyber-security program, and how it can be a major differentiator in today's hyper-competitive global marketplace. Next, you will learn the phases of the intelligence life cycle and how each phase is used to provide intelligence to the teams and leaders that need it most. Finally, you will learn about the various frameworks typically used and how they help guide decisions, shorten the information aggregation and dissemination timelines, and ultimately help organizations defend their networks from attack.

When you are finished with this course, you will have a good understanding of what threat intelligence is, why every company needs skilled, competent analysts and who could (and should) be consuming the information.

What's inside

Syllabus

Course Overview

Defining Threat Intelligence Analysis

Understanding Intelligence

Understanding Cyber Threat Intelligence

Evaluating Threat Intelligence Lifecycle and Frameworks

Good to know

Know what's good

, what to watch for

, and possible dealbreakers

Explores threat intelligence and its facets, which is standard in the field of cybersecurity

Taught by Christopher Rees, who is recognized for their work in cyber threat intelligence

Develops skills necessary to function in the critical role of a threat intelligence analyst

Examines threat intelligence frameworks, which helps guide decisions and shorten information aggregation and dissemination timelines

Suitable for a wide range of learners, including defenders, managers, and executives

Activities

Be better prepared before your course. Deepen your understanding during and after it. Supplement your coursework and achieve mastery of the topics covered in Introduction to Threat Intelligence (C|TIA Prep) with these activities:

Review what is threat intelligence

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Refine and improve your understanding of what threat intelligence is and how it is used.

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Read the introduction to what is threat intelligence
Complete the quiz on threat intelligence

Compile your threat intelligence notes

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Compile and organize your threat intelligence notes to strengthen your understanding of the material.

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Gather your threat intelligence notes
Organize your notes

Watch a video on how threat intelligence is used

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Watch a brief video on how threat intelligence is used to better understand how it is put into practice.

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Go to YouTube
Search for 'threat intelligence used'
Watch a video

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Practice identifying threat intelligence sources

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Practice identifying threat intelligence sources to better understand the different types of sources available.

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Find a list of threat intelligence sources
Review the sources and their descriptions
Identify the different types of sources

Attend a threat intelligence workshop

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Attend a threat intelligence workshop to learn more about specific threat intelligence topics.

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Find a threat intelligence workshop
Register for the workshop
Attend the workshop

Attend a threat intelligence conference

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Attend a threat intelligence conference to network with other professionals and learn more about the latest trends.

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Find a threat intelligence conference
Register for the conference
Attend the conference

Create a threat intelligence report

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Create a threat intelligence report to demonstrate your understanding of the threat intelligence life cycle.

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Choose a threat intelligence topic
Gather and analyze threat intelligence
Write a threat intelligence report

Mentor a junior threat intelligence analyst

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Mentor a junior threat intelligence analyst to share your knowledge and help them develop their skills.

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Find a junior threat intelligence analyst to mentor
Meet with your mentee regularly
Provide guidance and support

Career center

Learners who complete Introduction to Threat Intelligence (C|TIA Prep) will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:

Cybersecurity Analyst

A Cybersecurity Analyst is a professional who is responsible for identifying, assessing, and mitigating cybersecurity risks. This course can help you gain the skills necessary to excel in this role by providing you with a comprehensive understanding of threat intelligence. You will learn how to collect, analyze, and disseminate threat intelligence to help your organization protect its networks and data from cyberattacks.

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Threat Intelligence Analyst

A Threat Intelligence Analyst is a specialized type of cybersecurity analyst who focuses on gathering and analyzing information about potential threats to an organization's systems and data. This course can help you develop the skills necessary to succeed in this role by providing you with a deep understanding of the threat intelligence lifecycle and the frameworks used to guide decisions and shorten information dissemination timelines.

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Information Security Analyst

An Information Security Analyst is a professional who is responsible for protecting an organization's information assets from unauthorized access, use, disclosure, disruption, modification, or destruction. This course can help you gain the skills necessary to succeed in this role by providing you with a comprehensive understanding of threat intelligence and its role in developing a strong cybersecurity program.

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Security Engineer

A Security Engineer is a professional who is responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining an organization's security systems and infrastructure. This course can help you gain the skills necessary to excel in this role by providing you with a deep understanding of threat intelligence and its role in developing a comprehensive security strategy.

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Security Architect

A Security Architect is a professional who is responsible for designing and implementing an organization's security architecture. This course can help you gain the skills necessary to succeed in this role by providing you with a deep understanding of threat intelligence and its role in developing a secure and resilient architecture.

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Security Manager

A Security Manager is a professional who is responsible for managing an organization's security program. This course can help you gain the skills necessary to excel in this role by providing you with a deep understanding of threat intelligence and its role in developing and implementing a comprehensive security program.

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Security Consultant

A Security Consultant is a professional who provides advice and guidance to organizations on how to improve their security posture. This course can help you gain the skills necessary to succeed in this role by providing you with a comprehensive understanding of threat intelligence and its role in developing effective security strategies.

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Risk Manager

A Risk Manager is a professional who is responsible for identifying, assessing, and mitigating risks to an organization's operations. This course can help you gain the skills necessary to succeed in this role by providing you with a deep understanding of threat intelligence and its role in developing a risk management framework.

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Compliance Officer

A Compliance Officer is a professional who is responsible for ensuring that an organization complies with applicable laws and regulations. This course may be useful for Compliance Officers who want to gain a deeper understanding of threat intelligence and its role in developing a compliance program.

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Auditor

An Auditor is a professional who is responsible for examining an organization's financial records and operations to ensure that they are accurate and compliant with applicable laws and regulations. This course may be useful for Auditors who want to gain a deeper understanding of threat intelligence and its role in developing a comprehensive audit plan.

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Incident Responder

An Incident Responder is a professional who is responsible for responding to and resolving security incidents. This course may be useful for Incident Responders who want to gain a deeper understanding of threat intelligence and its role in developing an incident response plan.

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Forensic Investigator

A Forensic Investigator is a professional who is responsible for investigating cybercrimes and other incidents that involve the misuse of technology. This course may be useful for Forensic Investigators who want to gain a deeper understanding of threat intelligence and its role in developing a cybercrime investigation plan.

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Penetration Tester

A Penetration Tester is a professional who is responsible for testing an organization's security systems and infrastructure for vulnerabilities. This course may be useful for Penetration Testers who want to gain a deeper understanding of threat intelligence and its role in developing a penetration testing plan.

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Malware Analyst

A Malware Analyst is a professional who is responsible for analyzing malware and developing countermeasures to protect organizations from malicious software. This course may be useful for Malware Analysts who want to gain a deeper understanding of threat intelligence and its role in developing a malware analysis plan.

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Security Researcher

A Security Researcher is a professional who is responsible for researching new security threats and developing countermeasures to protect organizations from these threats. This course may be useful for Security Researchers who want to gain a deeper understanding of threat intelligence and its role in developing a security research plan.

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