The four-day OSINT Comprehensive course is designed to equip participants with a versatile skill set for mastering skills necessary for digital investigations and Open Source Intelligence (OSINT). The course emphasizes hands-on, practical exercises at every stage, ensuring attendees develop essential investigative and analytical resources applicable across various platforms and investigation types. Whether you are an investigator, researcher, journalist, or security professional seeking expertise gathering and analyzing publicly available data, this course is for you.
Key Skills
Operational Security for Investigations
Develop strategies to protect your online identity and conduct anonymous investigations, including methods for undetected website access and secure data handling.
Advanced Search Techniques
Master using advanced search operators, filters, and tools to refine your queries, allowing for efficient and targeted information gathering.
Metadata and Image Analysis
Learn to extract and analyze hidden metadata from images and files, detect manipulations, and utilize these insights in your investigations.
Geolocation and User Account Analysis
Explore techniques to track geolocation data and investigate user accounts across various social media platforms, regardless of the platform’s specific setup.
Cross-Platform Social Media Investigations
Hone your ability to navigate and analyze user behavior across social media platforms, using thematic skills that transcend individual platforms like Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, Snapchat, YouTube, LinkedIn, TikTok, Reddit, and emerging networks.
Automation and Monitoring Tools
Discover tools for automating data collection and monitoring, allowing for continuous updates and efficient tracking of target data.
Investigative Workflow and Best Practices
Integrate OSINT tools into a streamlined investigative workflow, focusing on practical applications, ethical considerations, and best practices for ongoing professional development.
Instructor: Kirby Plessas, a seasoned expert in OSINT and investigative techniques.
Format: The course will focus on thematic, skills-based instruction with hands-on exercises integrated throughout, fostering active participant engagement and real-world application.