OPEN SOURCE INTELLIGENCE (OSINT) PRACTITIONER COURSE
The Seiber OSINT Practitioner course is our advanced training offer to the Intro to OSINT course.
Written by an industry professional with over two decades of experience, this 5-day course is designed to enhance your proficiency of OSINT by equipping you with the right knowledge and tradecraft techniques to conduct covert investigations safely and effectively.
From this course you will be able to enhance your critical thinking skills to identify biases and improve problem-solving, as well as professionalise your analysis in order to interpret vast data sources and produce actionable insights.
Who is this course suited for?
This course is catered to both individuals and entire teams within organisations.
So, whether you're new to OSINT or an experienced practitioner with a desire to advance your skills, our Practitioner course offers insight for everyone. So far, we have welcomed a range of delegates through our doors from intelligence analysts to cyber threat intelligence officers, cyber defenders, law enforcement, pen testers, investigators and more.
If you’re curious about latest technologies, motivated by expanding your knowledge, and want to stay ahead of the competition in your field, then this course is for you.
Syllabus Summary
Across the 5 days, delegates will immerse in a series of comprehensive topics and case studies delivered in an engaging online format. These will cover:
Legalities and Legislation
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Understanding what legislations and legal frameworks exist, and are applicable when conducing OSINT investigations to ensure you operate legally, responsibly and ethically.
Intelligence Fundamentals
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Correct and effective application of the Intelligence Cycle, Intelligence Frameworks and Structured Analytical Techniques (SATs) in order to make sense of collected information.
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How to effectively establish Priority Intelligence Requirements (PIRs), triage collection efforts and produce accurate and actionable intelligence reports and products.
Geospatial and Geopolitical Analysis
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Gain an understanding of how to utilise Geospatial Intelligence (GEOINT) in an OSINT context, exploiting and analysing physical features and geographically referenced activities.
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Understand the impacts and considerations of geopolitical global events on OSINT activities and practices.
Techniques and Tradecraft
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How to effectively manage covert accounts without leaving a digital footprint and obfuscating user activity that could cripple an investigation.
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Utilising Artificial Intelligence to automate data collection to improve accuracy and efficiency.
Dark Web Analysis
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Navigating The Onion Router (TOR) and how to conduct comprehensive dark web research safely to uncover hidden threats.
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Exploration of a range of Dark Web sources, platforms and tools to streamline collection and research efforts.
Advanced Search and Tracking
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Gain a skillset to search for people using advanced techniques, exploring non-mainstream platforms and tools.
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How to conduct business investigations, and effective analysis of corporate structures and financial health.
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The ability to track and analyse aviation, maritime and vehicle OSINT activities, using practical exercises to develop understanding.
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How to conduct cryptocurrency investigations and gaining an understanding of the Blockchain.
Full syllabus lesson plan
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OSINT Practitioner Exam
In order to complete the Seiber OSINT Practitioner course you will be required to sit an online 40 multiple choice question exam.
The pass rate is a minimum of 65% correctly answered.
Upon successful completion of the exam, you will become recognised as an APMG Accredited OSINT Practitioner, inclusive with a signed certificate and digital badge to demonstrate your commitment to CPD.
What our clients say
"Approached all levels of knowledge well. Started with basics but had good progression. Well timed breaks. Good interactions with exercises"
What our clients say
"Incredibly broad and inclusive course providing a complete overview of the basics of OSINT.
Learnt the tradecraft and standards basics I was looking for and was pointed towards
avenues of further development."
What our clients say
"Tony was a great course lead, kept it interesting and break out rooms kept it interesting"
What our clients say
"Really liked the exercises as I learn best by 'doing'. Tony kept me engaged throughout"
What our clients say
"Delivered clearly and content was very interesting"
What our clients say
"Great detail on tools and techniques as well as application in real world scenarios"
What our clients say
"Instructor had great background knowledge and a deep understanding of the topic area"
To learn more or to secure your place on your next cohort, please book now