CIDC Intelligence Training

Introduction to Intelligence

Scaleable: Min 2 x 40 min classes. (Will not cover all material). Optimal 4 x 40 classes. Can go into more detail, further expand.

Target Audience: Tactical – Operational / Technical level training for: Network Security Personnel, Technical Staff, Security Operations Center (SOC) staff, Security Consultants, etc.

Description: This is an introduction to intelligence for anyone working in the computer security environment. The course teaches foundational definitions of Intelligence, highlighting the differences between some computer security industry practices and what CIDC does. The course focuses on Intelligence processes and data exchange between the security team and Intelligence providers. Key takeaways from the training are: an understanding and use of ‘Situational Awareness’, an appreciation of the role of fusion analysis versus technical analysis, and how to leverage forecasting.

Saleable: Optimally – Minimum 1 day.

Target Audience: Tactical – Operational / Technical level training for: Network Security Personnel, Technical Staff, Security Operations Center (SOC) staff, Security Consultants, etc.

Description. This material moves security staff from ‘introduction’ knowledge to the how-to’s and nuts and bolts of implementing Intelligence processes and procedures in their organization. Topics include:

• Terminology and Definitions
• Processes and Products
• Direction
• Situational Awareness
• Forecasting
• Intelligence Reporting and Support

Training includes workshop / practical time as well as class discussion designed to help the class customize the training to their environment.