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Target Digital Network Analyst (DCWF 132)

Performs advanced analysis of collection and open-source data to track target activity, profile cyber behavior, and support cyberspace operations.

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Conduct sophisticated analysis of digital communications, leveraging metadata and network behaviors to profile targets. Rapidly adapt analytical methods to shifting cyberspace environments, ensuring timely intelligence for strategic cyber operations and targeting decisions.

What You'll Do

Integrated Target Analysis

Analyze and develop precise targets using intelligence integration from multiple IC sources and advanced analytical methodologies.

Intelligence Exploitation Techniques

Leverage diverse intelligence sources and analytical methodologies to exploit metadata and content for actionable insights.

Collaborative Operational Intelligence

Collaborate across teams, providing timely operational intelligence to support strategic cyber targeting and decision-making.

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Intermediate courses are designed for cybersecurity professionals with practical, hands-on experience.

SEC560: Enterprise Penetration Testing

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SEC560: Enterprise Penetration Testing

GIAC Penetration Tester (GPEN)
6 Days (Instructor-Led)
36 CPEs / 36 Hours (Self-Paced)
Labs: 30 Hours of hands-on instruction

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Exploitation Analyst (DCWF 121)

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Collaborates to identify access and collection gaps using cyber resources and techniques to penetrate target networks and support mission operations.

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Cyber Operations Planner (DCWF 332)

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Coordinates cyber operations plans, working with analysts and operators to support targeting and synchronization of actions in cyberspace.

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