• Online, Self-Paced
Course Description

In this Open Source Intelligence (OSINT) Fundamentals training course, you will gain fundamental knowledge about OSINT, who uses it, and the ethical implications of using it. Upon completion, students will have a solid understanding of OSINT.

Learning Objectives

By the end of this course, students should be able to:
- Understand the OSINT cycle
- Interpret the possible vectors of an investigation
- Understand how different tools work
- Conduct a basic OSINT investigation
- Prepare for the next steps in studying OSINT

Framework Connections

The materials within this course focus on the NICE Framework Task, Knowledge, and Skill statements identified within the indicated NICE Framework component(s):

Specialty Areas

  • Cyber Investigation

Specialty Areas have been removed from the NICE Framework. With the recent release of the new NICE Framework data, updates to courses are underway. Until this course can be updated, this historical information is provided to give better context as to how it can help you with your cybersecurity goals.

Feedback

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