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Certified Threat Intelligence Analyst (CTIA)
Certified Threat Intelligence Analyst (C|TIA) is designed and developed in collaboration with cybersecurity and threat intelligence experts across the globe to help organizations identify and mitigate business risks by converting unknown internal and external threats into known threats. It is a comprehensive, specialist-level program that teaches a structured approach for building effective threat intelligence.
Why Join this Program
Develop Proactive Cyber Defense Skills
Learn to identify, gather, and analyze threat intelligence to anticipate and mitigate cyber threats before they occur.Globally Recognized Certification
Boost your credibility and career opportunities with an EC-Council certification aligned with NIST NICE industry standards.Hands-On Learning with Real-World Tools
Gain practical experience through labs and simulations using industry-relevant threat intelligence tools and techniques.Advance in Threat Intelligence Roles
Prepare for specialized roles like Threat Intelligence Analyst, SOC Analyst, or Threat Hunter with a job-role focused curriculum.
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Program Overview
The Certified Threat Intelligence Analyst (CTIA) program by EC-Council is a specialist-level certification designed for cybersecurity professionals who want to develop threat intelligence and proactive defense capabilities. The course is aligned with industry frameworks such as NIST and NICE and is focused on providing hands-on, structured, and real-world threat intelligence skills.
This certification bridges the gap between cybersecurity operations and intelligence by teaching professionals how to gather, analyze, and interpret threat data from various sources. It enables participants to convert unknown internal and external threats into known threats, effectively reducing risk and improving the organization’s security posture.
The CTIA program covers the entire threat intelligence lifecycle—from planning and direction to collection, processing, analysis, and dissemination—making it a comprehensive and vendor-neutral certification suitable for any security operations team or SOC environment.
Key Features
Accredited by EC-Council
Globally recognized certification aligned with frameworks like NIST NICE, ensuring industry relevance.Comprehensive Threat Intelligence Lifecycle Coverage
Covers all five stages: Planning, Collection, Processing, Analysis, and Dissemination of threat intelligence.Hands-on Labs and Real-world Scenarios
Gain practical experience with live cyber threat intelligence tools and simulation-based labs.Vendor-Neutral Approach
Learn universally applicable threat intelligence techniques, regardless of platform or product.Mapped to Job Roles and Frameworks
Aligned with job roles outlined in NICE Framework, including Threat Hunters, SOC Analysts, and Cyber Threat Intelligence Analysts.
Focus on Proactive Security
Enables you to move from reactive to proactive cybersecurity strategies through intelligence-driven defense.In-depth Coverage of Open Source Intelligence (OSINT)
Learn techniques and tools to extract intelligence from open sources effectively.Certified Curriculum Developed by Experts
Course content developed by leading cybersecurity professionals and intelligence experts.Ideal for SOC Teams and Cybersecurity Professionals
Tailored for security analysts, incident responders, risk professionals, and ethical hackers.
Learning Path
Introduction to Cyber Threat Intelligence
Understand the concept, importance, and purpose of threat intelligence in cybersecurity.
Cyber Threats and Kill Chain Methodology
Explore the types of cyber threats and how threat actors operate using models like the Cyber Kill Chain and MITRE ATT&CK.
Requirements and Planning Phase
Learn to define threat intelligence requirements, set objectives, and design an intelligence program.
Data Collection and Processing
Discover techniques for gathering threat data from sources such as open-source intelligence (OSINT), social media, and dark web.
Data Analysis
Learn how to correlate, analyze, and interpret collected data to identify patterns, adversaries, and Indicators of Compromise (IOCs).
Intelligence Reporting and Dissemination
Understand how to create actionable intelligence reports tailored for different stakeholders (executives, technical teams, etc.).
Threat Intelligence Tools and Platforms
Gain hands-on experience with tools used in the industry such as Maltego, Yeti, MISP, and Threat Intelligence Platforms (TIPs).
Threat Modeling and Attribution
Learn to model threats and attribute them to threat actors using frameworks like STRIDE and Diamond Model.
Establishing a Threat Intelligence Program
Design and implement an end-to-end threat intelligence capability within an organization.
Final Assessment & Exam Preparation
Review all topics, practice with mock tests, and prepare for the EC-Council CTIA certification exam.
What Skills Will You Learn?
Threat Intelligence Lifecycle Management
Understand and implement the full lifecycle of threat intelligence: planning, collection, processing, analysis, and dissemination.Cyber Threat Analysis Techniques
Identify and analyze cyber threats, adversaries, TTPs (Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures), and Indicators of Compromise (IOCs).Open Source Intelligence (OSINT) Gathering
Master techniques and tools to collect intelligence from public sources like social media, forums, and the dark web.Threat Modeling & Attribution
Build threat models using frameworks such as STRIDE, MITRE ATT&CK, and Diamond Model, and attribute threats to specific actors.
Use of Threat Intelligence Tools
Gain hands-on experience with tools like MISP, Maltego, ThreatConnect, Yeti, and more.Reporting and Dissemination of Intelligence
Create detailed, actionable threat intelligence reports tailored for different audiences (technical, executive, etc.).Integration of Intelligence into Security Operations
Learn how to feed threat intelligence into SOC workflows, SIEM systems, and incident response plans.Legal and Ethical Considerations
Understand legal, ethical, and privacy aspects of collecting and using threat intelligence.
Jobs You Can Land with this Certification:
Threat Intelligence Analyst
Analyze and interpret threat data to identify potential threats, providing actionable intelligence to protect organizations from cyberattacks.SOC Analyst (Security Operations Center Analyst)
Monitor security systems, analyze threats, and provide timely intelligence to enhance the organization’s defensive posture.Threat Hunter
Proactively search for cyber threats and vulnerabilities within an organization’s infrastructure before they can cause harm.Cybersecurity Analyst
Implement security measures, manage threats, and develop strategies to protect an organization’s IT environment from security breaches.Incident Responder
Respond to cybersecurity incidents, investigate and contain threats, and provide detailed analysis to prevent future attacks.Cyber Intelligence Specialist
Specialize in gathering, analyzing, and interpreting cyber threat intelligence from various sources to improve organizational security strategies.Security Consultant
Advise organizations on best practices for threat intelligence and security strategy development, including incident response and risk mitigation.Cybersecurity Architect
Design and implement security systems and infrastructure to defend against sophisticated cyber threats.Vulnerability Management Analyst
Identify vulnerabilities in systems, analyze potential risks, and help develop strategies for mitigating security weaknesses.Cybersecurity Risk Analyst
Assess and evaluate cybersecurity risks, develop strategies to minimize them, and ensure compliance with security standards.
Exam Details
| Exam Detail | Description |
|---|---|
| Exam Code | 312-85 |
| Exam Duration | 3 Hours |
| Number of Questions | 100 Questions |
| Exam Format | Multiple Choice, True/False, Fill-in-the-Blank, Scenario-based questions |
| Passing Score | 70% (Varies based on exam performance) |
| Language | English |
| Prerequisites | None |
| Exam Delivery | EC-Council Exam Center or Pearson VUE |
| Exam Content | Topics include Threat Intelligence Lifecycle, Data Collection, Analysis, Reporting, and Tools |
| Validity of Certification | 3 years (renewal required) |
Exam Preparation
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