Introduction to OSINT
- • Jul 10, 2026 · Live Remote Online
- • Sep 11, 2026 · Live Remote Online
- • Oct 2, 2026 · Live Remote Online
- • Dec 4, 2026 · Live Remote Online
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Course Duration
1 day
Audience
Employees of federal, state and local governments; and businesses working with the government.
Prerequisites
None
Course Description
Open-Source Intelligence (OSINT) is the bedrock of modern reconnaissance, powering everything from penetration tests to threat-hunting investigations. This immersive one-day live course equips you with the practical tools and workflows needed to collect, analyze, and leverage publicly available data safely, legally, and efficiently. Its practice-first design sets this course apart: concise theory bursts flow straight into guided labs where you build and refine your own OSINT toolkit, and every module mirrors the reconnaissance stages of real-world penetration tests. This course includes an Exam Voucher for TCM Security's Practical OSINT Research Professional (PORP) Certification. Each exam voucher includes 1 exam attempt and is valid for 12 months from the course completion date or certification release date.
Learning Objectives
- Plan and execute the full OSINT intelligence lifecycle, from scoped collection through analysis and reporting
- Create and manage covert sock-puppet personas to gather intelligence without revealing real identities or client infrastructure
- Leverage advanced search engine operators and targeted discovery techniques to surface hard-to-find email, password, and username data
- Extract, geolocate, and pivot on rich-media metadata from images and videos to uncover new investigative leads
- Profile web infrastructure, businesses, and social media footprints to map relationships and identify potential vulnerabilities
Course Outline
Introduction to OSINT
- What is OSINT and the Intel Lifecycle?
- What are Sock Puppets?
- Search Engine Operators
Identity and Credential OSINT
- Email OSINT
- Password OSINT
- Username OSINT
Media and Infrastructure OSINT
- Image OSINT
- Video OSINT
- Website OSINT
Organizational and Social OSINT
- Business OSINT
- Social Media OSINT
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Introduction to OSINT course cover?
Open-Source Intelligence (OSINT) is the bedrock of modern reconnaissance, powering everything from penetration tests to threat-hunting investigations. IT Dojo delivers it as live instructor-led training for government and business professionals.
How long is IT Dojo's Introduction to OSINT training?
Introduction to OSINT is a 1 day course. It is available as live remote online instruction or on-site at your facility.
Is this course available as live remote online training?
Yes. IT Dojo offers Introduction to OSINT as live remote online training led in real time by a certified instructor. On-site delivery at your government facility or contractor location is also available.
Who should attend this course?
Penetration testers, threat hunters, security analysts, and investigators who need to collect and leverage publicly available data for reconnaissance and intelligence operations.
Does Introduction to OSINT prepare students for a certification?
Yes. Introduction to OSINT maps to the PORP – Practical OSINT Research Professional credential. IT Dojo's instructor-led training is built to prepare students for the exam.
Does IT Dojo offer this training on-site at government or DoD facilities?
Yes. IT Dojo delivers Introduction to OSINT on-site at government agencies, DoD commands, military installations, and contractor facilities. On-site training is ideal for teams and can be customized to your organization's workflows. Contact IT Dojo to schedule.
How do I register for this course?
IT Dojo training is employer sponsored. Your organization registers and pays for seats. To schedule Introduction to OSINT for your team, contact IT Dojo via the Request Training form or call 757-216-3656.