CREST - Practitioner Threat Intelligence Analyst (CPTIA) certification

Duration

Duration:

Only 4 Days

Method

Method:

Classroom / Online / Hybrid

Next date

Next date:

17.2.2025 (Monday)

Overview

On this accelerated CREST Practitioner Threat Intelligence Analyst (CPTIA) course, you'll learn about the core concepts associated with cyber threat intelligence functions and acquire the necessary skills and knowledge required to operate effectively in support of a cyber threat analyst within a security operations centre (SOC).

In just 4 days, you’ll build knowledge on the different classes and stages of cyber-attacks, and the different types of cyber attackers, their capabilities and objectives. You'll also learn about:

  • Utilising feedback to improve threat intelligence processes, products and services, as well as using collaboration across the security team to provide meaningful insight into relevant security threats
  • Evaluating information for reliability, validity and relevance
  • Identifying alternative analytical interpretations to minimise unanticipated outcomes

At the end of this course, you’ll sit the CREST Practitioner Threat Intelligence Analyst exam and achieve your CREST CPTIA certification. Through Firebrand’s Lecture | Lab | Review methodology, you’ll get access to courseware, learn from certified instructors, and train in a distraction-free environment.

Audience

This course is ideal if you are an entry-level cyber security professional interested in utilising threat intelligence to bolster your understanding of the cyber threat landscape, including the following job roles:

  • Junior Cyber Security Analysts
  • Cyber Threat Intelligence Analysts
  • Security Analysts
  • SOC Analysts

Four reasons why you should sit your course with Firebrand Training

  1. You'll be trained and certified faster. Learn more on this 4-day accelerated course. You'll get at least 12 hours a day of quality learning time in a distraction-free environment
  2. Your course is all-inclusive. One simple price covers all course materials, exams, accommodation and meals – so you can focus on learning
  3. Pass first time or train again for free. Your expert instructor will deliver our unique accelerated learning methods, allowing you to learn faster and be in the best possible position to pass first time. In the unlikely event that you don't, it's covered by your Certification Guarantee
  4. Study with an award-winning training provider. We've won the Learning and Performance Institute's "Training Company of the Year" three times. Firebrand is your fastest way to learn, with 134561 students saving more than one million hours since 2001

Benefits

Seven reasons why you should sit your course with Firebrand Training

  1. Two options of training. Choose between residential classroom-based, or online courses
  2. You'll be certified fast. With us, you’ll be trained in record time
  3. Our course is all-inclusive. A one-off fee covers all course materials, exams**, accommodation* and meals*. No hidden extras.
  4. Pass the first time or train again for free. This is our guarantee. We’re confident you’ll pass your course the first time. But if not, come back within a year and only pay for accommodation, exams and incidental costs
  5. You’ll learn more. A day with a traditional training provider generally runs from 9 am – 5 pm, with a nice long break for lunch. With Firebrand Training you’ll get at least 12 hours/day of quality learning time, with your instructor
  6. You’ll learn faster. Chances are, you’ll have a different learning style to those around you. We combine visual, auditory and tactile styles to deliver the material in a way that ensures you will learn faster and more easily
  7. You’ll be studying with the best. We’ve been named in the Training Industry’s “Top 20 IT Training Companies of the Year” every year since 2010. As well as winning many more awards, we’ve trained and certified over 135,000 professionals
  • * For residential training only. Doesn't apply for online courses
  • ** Some exceptions apply. Please refer to the Exam Track or speak with our experts

Curriculum

  • Section 1: Introduction to Intelligence
  • Section 2: Key Concepts within CTI
  • Section 3: Planning and Direction
  • Section 4: Data Collection
  • Section 5: Data Analytics
  • Section 6: Dissemination
  • Section 7: Legalities and Ethics

Exam Track

As part of this accelerated course, you’ll sit the following exam at the Firebrand Training centre, covered Certification Guarantee:

CREST Practitioner Threat Intelligence Analyst - CPTIA exam

  • Duration: 120 minutes
  • Format: Multiple-choice
  • Number of questions: 120
  • Passing score: 66%

What's Included

Your accelerated course includes:

  • Accommodation *
  • Meals, unlimited snacks, beverages, tea and coffee *
  • On-site exams **
  • Exam vouchers **
  • Practice tests **
  • Certification Guarantee ***
  • Courseware
  • Up-to 12 hours of instructor-led training each day
  • 24-hour lab access
  • Digital courseware **
  • * For residential training only. Accommodation is included from the night before the course starts. This doesn't apply for online courses.
  • ** Some exceptions apply. Please refer to the Exam Track or speak with our experts
  • *** Pass first time or train again free as many times as it takes, unlimited for 1 year. Just pay for accommodation, exams, and incidental costs.

Prerequisites

Before attending this accelerated course, you would ideally have one or both of the following certifications:

You should also have knowledge in:

  • Cyber security communication methods, principles and concepts that support the network infrastructure
  • Cryptography and cryptographic key management concepts
  • IT security principles and methods
  • Operating systems
  • Cyber security threats, risks and issues posed by new technologies and malicious actors
  • Security management
  • What constitutes a threat to network security

Unsure whether you meet the prerequisites? Don’t worry. Your training consultant will discuss your background with you to understand if this course is right for you.

Reviews

Here's the Firebrand Training review section. Since 2001 we've trained exactly 134561 students and asked them all to review our Accelerated Learning. Currently, 94.65% have said Firebrand exceeded their expectations.

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"Instructor was patient, explained well, interactive"
RW. (1.8.2023 (Tuesday) to 4.8.2023 (Friday))

"The instructor was very knowledgeable and able to answer questions proficiently. In regards to practical application of threat intelligence, the instructor provided useful recommendations"
Anonymous (1.8.2023 (Tuesday) to 4.8.2023 (Friday))

"Instructor was patient, explained well, interactive"
RW. (1.8.2023 (Tuesday) to 4.8.2023 (Friday))

"The instructor was very knowledgeable and able to answer questions proficiently. In regards to practical application of threat intelligence, the instructor provided useful recommendations"
Anonymous (1.8.2023 (Tuesday) to 4.8.2023 (Friday))

"Great to learn with a motivated and fun instructor who genuinely wants you to succeed. The training environment and those you are learning with was motivating and promoted positive engagement and interaction. In summary, an excellent course and teach method."
JC. (18.9.2023 (Monday) to 21.9.2023 (Thursday))

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