Open Source Intelligence (OSINT) Teams
OSINT Analysts
Responsibilities:
Collect and analyze information from open sources (websites, social media, forums, etc.).
Identify and monitor potential threats and vulnerabilities.
Create detailed reports and briefings on findings.
Use OSINT tools and techniques to gather intelligence.
Collaborate with other teams to validate and act on intelligence.
Cyber Threat Intelligence (CTI) Analyst
Responsibilities:
Integrate OSINT with other intelligence sources to create a comprehensive threat landscape.
Analyze threat actor tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs).
Provide actionable intelligence to support proactive defense measures.
Develop and share threat intelligence reports with relevant stakeholders.
Social Media Intelligence (SOCMINT) Analyst
Responsibilities:
Monitor social media platforms for threats, misinformation, and relevant intelligence.
Analyze trends, patterns, and behaviors on social media.
Identify and assess risks related to social media activity.
Collaborate with incident response teams to address social media-related threats.
Dark Web Analyst
Responsibilities:
Monitor dark web forums, marketplaces, and other hidden services for threats.
Identify and assess risks related to dark web activities.
Gather intelligence on threat actors and their activities.
Provide reports on dark web findings to enhance threat awareness.
Geospatial Intelligence (GEOINT) Analyst
Responsibilities:
Analyze geospatial data and imagery to identify security risks.
Use mapping tools and technologies to gather and interpret location-based intelligence.
Provide insights on physical security threats and incidents.
Collaborate with physical security teams to enhance situational awareness.
Technical OSINT Specialist
Responsibilities:
Develop and use custom tools and scripts for OSINT gathering and analysis.
Automate OSINT processes to improve efficiency.
Analyze technical data (e.g., IP addresses, domain names) for security insights.
Support incident response with technical intelligence.
Legal and Ethical Compliance Officer
Responsibilities:
Ensure that OSINT activities comply with legal and ethical standards.
Provide guidance on privacy laws and regulations.
Conduct regular audits of OSINT practices.
Educate the OSINT team on compliance requirements.