OSINT ICOS: Open Source Intelligence for Investigators, Consultants, and Operators

Master the art and science of digital investigation using open-source tools, ethical techniques, and intelligence workflows built for modern OSINT professionals.

Course Objectives

• Define OSINT and its role in public, private, and investigative sectors.
• Use advanced search techniques, metadata extraction, and archive tools.
• Leverage platforms like SpiderFoot, Maltego, and Shodan for data discovery.
• Apply ethical and legal standards for conducting open-source investigations.
• Build repeatable workflows for intelligence gathering, analysis, and reporting.

Course Overview

OSINT ICOS is a hands-on training program designed for professionals conducting investigations, threat intelligence, and background research using publicly available data. Built around real tools and real scenarios, this course moves beyond theory to empower participants with tactical, operational, and strategic-level OSINT capabilities. Ideal for analysts, journalists, security consultants, and public-sector operators.

Sample Module: OSINT Toolkits and Infrastructure Setup

This module guides learners in setting up their own investigation environments using virtual machines, browser extensions, and containerized tools. OpSec and anonymization strategies are emphasized throughout.

Lesson: Advanced Search and Metadata Extraction

In this lesson, learners will use Google dorks, filetype searches, and metadata scraping techniques to uncover hidden information in public documents, images, and websites. Practical lab activities reinforce each tactic.