Creating OSINT-related Job Advertisements: The Do’s and Don’ts
The introduction of new technologies such as cryptocurrency, coupled with a social-media driven society, has greatly increased the demand for OSINT-related jobs. Today, we are going to discuss some “Do’s and Don’ts” when it comes to creating OSINT job postings. DO… include the area of expertise if it applies. Be Specific. Indicate the area of […]
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Information overload: Knowledge management strategies for public safety agencies involved in OSINT
We have all heard the phrase “knowledge is power,” however the impact of that statement is particularly significant for police and public safety agencies. All agencies have the power to leverage their own resources in a way that ensures information is not only accurate and relevant, but also accessible. Having a knowledge management strategy in […]
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Maximizing Your Open-Source Capabilities: Creating an OSINT Function That Works
There is a wealth of information online. Open-source intelligence (OSINT) is a real asset when it comes to investigations, but how can you ensure you are maximizing its potential? In this article we will briefly discuss some key areas for public safety managers to focus on when either developing or managing an OSINT function. Without […]
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When You Do Your OSINT Training with the KeyNorth Group, You Join a Community
If you work for a law enforcement, regulatory or public safety agency in Canada and you require open-source intelligence (OSINT) training, there are several important factors to consider. Quality Consider the quality of the training and whether it will meet your needs. The feedback we have received from our clients is that our training is […]
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What is OSINT training?
What is OSINT training? Open source intelligence (OSINT) is the art and science of gathering intelligence from unclassified, publicly available — or open — sources. While these sources include offline resources like traditional mass media and directories, OSINT today is increasingly practiced online, making use of the ever-expanding wealth of user-generated content as new technologies […]
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Open-Source Intelligence 101
Open-source intelligence (OSINT) is the collecting of unclassified, publicly available information for use in an intelligence context. It can be used by organizations to strengthen their intelligence production capabilities in investigatory work of all kinds, from enhanced due diligence screening to business risk analysis to criminal profiling and investigation. This blog post will cover the […]
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