CREST Practitioner Threat Intelligence Analyst
The CPTIA examination is an entry-level qualification aimed at individuals who are seeking to establish themselves within the Threat Intelligence industry.There is no requirement for a candidate to have a specified amount of previous experience working in the Threat Intelligence industry. The CPTIA qualification demonstrates that an individual has a solid understanding of the theory and practice of cyber threat intelligence operations and is competent to undertake operational Threat Intelligence activities under the supervision of a CREST Certified Threat Intelligence Manager. The examination consists of a multiple-choice paper. Candidates are required to meet or exceed a two-thirds pass mark in the multiple-choice paper to obtain CREST Practitioner status.
Course syllabus:
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The key concepts underlying intelligence-led cyber threat assessments
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Understanding how the direction and review processes influence the analyst’s workflow
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Collection of data relevant to a customer’s intelligence requirements and turning it into a format suitable for analysis
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Understanding common approaches to analysis and potential pitfalls
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Methods for disseminating intelligence product to consumers and for sharing intelligence with trusted members of the wider intelligence community
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Legal and ethical considerations arising from conducting intelligence-led engagements