
The Cyber Threat Intelligence Analyst's Workbook
Respond to Real-World Incidents with MITRE ATT&CK and OSINTBy Mira IqbalLength7h 44m
About this audiobook
Are you ready to master cyber threat intelligence analysis and build the skills needed to excel in a SOC environment? Cyber threat intelligence analysis is a critical discipline for defending against modern adversaries, and this workbook delivers a hands-on approach to learning. Threat intelligence analyst roles demand practical knowledge of frameworks like MITRE ATT&CK, Diamond Model, and Cyber Kill Chain, and this book provides step-by-step exercises to apply them. With real-world SOC tradecraft, you'll learn to collect, analyze, and report on threats using a home lab you build yourself.
This is not just theory—it's a practical guide to setting up your own environment for threat intelligence collection and analysis. You'll work through exercises that mirror actual SOC tasks, from identifying indicators of compromise to producing actionable intelligence reports. The book covers essential tools and techniques, including OSINT gathering, malware analysis fundamentals, and threat hunting methodologies. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced professional looking to formalize your skills, this workbook offers a structured path to proficiency.
What you'll learn:
Build a home lab for threat intelligence analysis using free and open-source tools
Apply the MITRE ATT&CK framework to map adversary behaviors
Use the Diamond Model for intrusion analysis
Collect and analyze threat data from multiple sources
Create professional intelligence reports for stakeholders
Develop a threat hunting methodology
The exercises are designed to be completed in a few hours each, making it easy to fit into a busy schedule. By the end, you'll have a portfolio of work samples to demonstrate your skills to employers. This workbook is ideal for aspiring SOC analysts, cybersecurity students, and IT professionals transitioning into threat intelligence. No prior experience is required, but a basic understanding of networking and security concepts is helpful.
Unlike other books that focus solely on theory, this workbook emphasizes practical application. You'll learn by doing, with clear instructions and real-world examples. The author, Mira Iqbal, brings years of SOC experience to the material, ensuring it reflects current industry practices. For further reading, consider works by [placeholder] and [placeholder] to deepen your knowledge of threat intelligence frameworks and analysis techniques.
Audiobook details
GenreTechnology
Length7 hrs 44 mins
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FormateBook with Audio
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Preface
11Chapter 10 — Threat Actor Profiling: Building a Fictional Opponent
2Chapter 1 — The PhantomPhish Incident: Your First Analyst Call
12Chapter 11 — The Intelligence Lifecycle: Planning, Collection, Processing, Analysis
3Chapter 2 — Core Concepts: Threats, Vulnerabilities, and Risk in Context
13Chapter 12 — Production and Dissemination: Writing the Intelligence Report
4Chapter 3 — From Reactive to Proactive: The Threat Intelligence Evolution
14Chapter 13 — Incident Response Integration: Feeding Intelligence into SOC Workflows
5Chapter 4 — Frameworks That Map the Adversary: MITRE ATT&CK, Diamond Model, NIST
15Chapter 14 — Automation and Orchestration: Scaling Your TI Operations
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6Chapter 5 — Setting Up Your Intelligence Lab and Toolchain
16Chapter 15 — Advanced OSINT: Dark Web, Cryptocurrency, and Geolocation
7Chapter 6 — OSINT Collection: Gathering the Adversary’s Digital Footprint
17Chapter 16 — Behavioral Analytics and Anomaly Detection in the Enterprise
8Chapter 7 — Indicators of Compromise: Extraction and Validation
18Chapter 17 — Emerging Trends: AI, Supply Chain, and Zero-Day Intelligence
9Chapter 8 — Malware Analysis Basics: Static and Dynamic Triage
19Chapter 18 — Final Intelligence Product and Career Path
10Chapter 9 — Mapping TTPs: From Sample to Behavioral Profile
20About the Author