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GOSI Exam Topics and Domains
GOSI is organized into 6 weighted domains.
OSINT Methodology
Open Source Intelligence Fundamentals
- Demonstrate familiarity with the common goals and application of Open Source Intelligence
- Display understanding of the requirements to execute a fact-based investigation process supported by detailed documentation
OSINT Frameworks and Standards
Apply OSINT methodologies and frameworks to real-world scenarios
Privacy and Operational Security Fundamentals
Operational Security (OPSEC) Best Practices
- Implement operational security best practices to minimize exposure and vulnerability
- Identify confidentiality and integrity risks while performing OSINT investigations
Risk Assessment and Mitigation
Demonstrate ability to identify and mitigate confidentiality and integrity risks
Searching, Collecting, and Processing Data
Search Engine Techniques
Demonstrate understanding of how to use search engines to collect and process data
Data Collection and Automation
Collect, process, and analyze data and metadata of varying sizes and formats using simple automation
Investigating People
Personal Information Collection
Collect, analyze, and report on personally identifiable information using publicly available data
Social Media Intelligence (SOCMINT)
Collect, analyze, and report on PII from social media platforms
Investigating Businesses
Business Intelligence Collection
- Collect, analyze, and report on information specific to organizations using publicly available data and breach data
- Identify and mitigate risk to organizations
Business Intelligence Reporting
Report on organizational intelligence findings with risk mitigation recommendations
Network Data and Infrastructure Analysis
Domain and DNS Investigation
Discover and analyze publicly available information about domains and certificates
IP Address and Network Infrastructure
Discover and analyze publicly available information about IP addresses and networks
How do I earn this certification?
Passing GOSI earns the GIAC Open Source Intelligence certification. It sits in the Cyber Defense - Intelligence track.
- GCDA - GIAC Certified Detection Analyst Complementary threat detection and analysis skills
- GMON - GIAC Continuous Monitoring Certification Continuous monitoring complements OSINT intelligence gathering
- GCCC - GIAC Critical Controls Certification Understanding critical controls enhances security posture awareness
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Who should take this exam?
- Basic understanding of networking concepts
- Familiarity with internet technologies
- Experience with online research
- Basic understanding of cybersecurity concepts