CYBR 345 Cyber Threat Hunting and Intelligence Analysis
This course provides students with the practical skills and theoretical knowledge required to proactively hunt for cyber threats and conduct advanced intelligence analysis. Students will explore methods to synthesize complex data into actionable intelligence, leveraging tools for data mining, information gathering, and threat management. Emphasis is placed on understanding and applying Indicators of Compromises (IOCs), adversary Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures (TTPs), and integrating cyber threat intelligence into security operations. Through hands-on exercises, case studies, and projects, participants will gain proficiency in detecting, investigating, and mitigating advanced threats. The course also addresses the ethical and legal dimensions of cyber intelligence,
equipping students with the expertise to conduct thorough and effective intelligence operations. This curriculum prepares students to utilize advanced methodologies and technologies to enhance the accuracy and efficiency of intelligence analysis in real-world scenarios.
Prerequisites
4 Undergraduate credits
Effective January 10, 2025 to present
Learning outcomes
General
- Evaluate cyber threat data, including Indicators of Compromises (IOCs), and interpret adversary Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures (TTPs) using established frameworks to predict and assess potential impacts.
- Analyze complex intelligence sources to synthesize actionable insights for cybersecurity operations.
- Apply advanced tools and techniques to gather, manage, and assess cyber threat intelligence.
- Design strategies to integrate threat intelligence into security operations for proactive defense.
- Assess ethical and legal considerations in the use and dissemination of cyber intelligence.
- Create intelligence reports that effectively communicate findings and recommendations to diverse audiences.