General
For decades, our teachers have collected, reported and analyzed digital information for individuals, companies, the police, defense and other (inter)national government services about criminal and extremist organizations, international fugitives, hidden assets, financial backgrounds, rogue companies and risk areas. This knowledge has resulted in an exclusive recognition of the first Dutch training program in the field of digital data-driven working.
Digital Data-driven Operational Specialist®
During this modular, classroom-based post-graduate course you will learn how to combine information from public and semi-public sources and from social media sources (OSINT & SOCMINT) and supplement it with special digital research techniques, including:
- C-HUMINT: Cyber-Human Intelligence
- PFDAV: Predictive Forensic Data Analytics & Visualisation®
- Digital Profiling and Monitoring
Combining the various techniques makes certain (sensitive) online information visible and usable. This concerns information that has remained hidden until now and that is often necessary to carry out preventive or repressive investigations or to take measures.
Whom is this training designed for?
This practical training is extremely suitable for anyone who needs to be able to professionally collect, record and analyze digital (background) information or intelligence (IGW) about persons, (inter)national companies, organisations, activities or networks. This for the purpose of a criminal, civil, international, internal or financial investigation (undermining). This often involves protecting business interests or safeguarding national and international public order and safety. To achieve this, you will be intensively trained in the most current techniques and developments within DIGO (Digital Information-driven Detection and Action), of which OSINT (Open Source Intelligence) is an important part.
After you have completed this first module, you will immediately be able to collect, process and interpret digital intelligence about persons, (inter)national companies, organizations and networks with regard to, among other things, their financial integrity, secondary activities, events, places of residence or establishment, (default) performance and assets. You will also learn to follow and monitor people and organizations online in order to map out their (future) plans and activities. You can then supplement this information with the traced special research results, resulting in a more complete intelligence picture.
Due to the practical applicability of this training, it is extremely suitable for a wide range of professional groups. This includes employees of investigative and security services and regulators, but also mortgage and insurance advisers, KYC and CDD analysts, merchants, loss adjusters (PE accreditation NIVRE) and municipal officials.
Get to know our learning platform OSIDATA® and IACA Data Collection Applications
We have developed a digital learning platform especially for our courses. This secure platform, called OSIDATA®, includes thousands of OSINT and SOCMINT related tools, techniques, videos, scripts and references. Prior to the last module of this complete training, you will also receive access to the extra Cyber-HUMINT module in OSIDATA.
Overview components IACA Digital Information-driven Operational Specialist® | OSINT-1 (IACA DIGOS/OSINT-1) (IACA DIGOS/OSINT-1)
Part 1: Introduction 'data-driven working, detecting, acting and monitoring'
Part 2: IACA Tactical Digital Elements
Part 3: Cybersecurity
Part 4: Operators and building effective search commands
Part 5: Capturing digital information
Part 6: Use Virtual Machines and Mobile Emulators
Part 7: The Dark and Deep Web
Part 8: Digital Business Intelligence
During this training, the participants use exclusive procedures developed by IACA and registered software. As a result, this training can only be followed at IACA.
This combined learning path will be eligible for the STAP budget
Reviews OSINT training IACA:
Fleur (financial organization)
I wish I knew earlier!
Course: IACA OSINT Module 1, 2 en 3
Review: “Interesting matter, good structure and useful information. For me as a KYC analyst directly applicable during my daily work”
Noud (private person)
Clear explanation!
Course: IACA OSINT Module 1 and 2
Review: "The course has a clear structure, clear explanations and a great teacher and support."
Leo (government)
Unknown possibilities!
Course: IACA OSINT Module 1, 2 en 3
Review: “The course offers you a wide range of unprecedented opportunities to conduct good open source research. It is presented in a very skilful and pleasant way and there is plenty of room for questions. It was really good and very nice to follow this course with you.”
Shirley (government)
Excellent!
Course: IACA Custom OSINT
Review: “Very well put together; content is of good quality, a lot of new information is passing by, but there is also a lot of repetition and real-time adjustments are made to the level and the need of the students. I honestly can't think of anything to improve.. and that is really a unique phenomenon ;). Absolutely great!”
Sander (supervisor)
Lots of skills and knowledge!
Course: IACA OSINT Module 1, 2 en 3
Review: “Extensive course with a lot of skills and knowledge from the teacher and the training institute.”
Anne (government)
Best OSINT training!
Course: IACA OSINT Module 1, 2 en 3
Review: “I keep repeating myself, the course is very good, maybe the best I've taken in this area. Small classes, personal attention. Lots of variety and interactive lessons. Keep it up, too bad I'm through it now. I hope to come back again and I will certainly recommend this course to my colleagues."
Donald (telecom provider)
Very good explanation!
Course: IACA OSINT Module 1 and 2
Review: “Very good explanation, great trainer who takes the time to explain things well, extensive teaching material”
Marie (government)
Very applicable!
Course: IACA OSINT Module 1, 2 en 3
Review: “The applicability of the tools/scripts and the skills in practice. The exercises also fit into my daily work.”
Rob (government)
Professional!
Course: IACA Custom OSINT
Review: “The professionalism of the teacher is exceptionally. Furthermore, the classroom where the course is given is well facilitated and the lunch offered is excellent! The enthusiasm, service and willingness to help you with everything during the course, by the staff and teachers is characteristic of the IACA.”
Marloes (airline)
I wish I knew earlier!
Course: IACA OSINT Module 1 and 2
Review: ““Nice and good course. Too bad I didn't know this sooner, because I certainly could have benefited from it years earlier during my research."
Leo (financial organization)
Correctness teaching material!
Course: IACA OSINT Module 1, 2 en 3
Review: “Good structure of the course material, pleasant explanation, correctness of the teaching material and the equipment provided. More than friendly and welcome feeling at IACA. Thank you very much for the great sessions”
Job (government)
Flexibel!
Course: IACA OSINT Module 1, 2 en 3
Review: “A very large spectrum of OSINT domains and possibilities was presented, the teacher has so much knowledge and experience that he can effortlessly respond to very specific needs of the students. I have not seen such flexibility. Questions about the background of tools and applications could also be answered during the breaks. Atmosphere was relaxed and positive. Support with hardware and software is also available and good catering facilities. Used database (OSIDATA) very well built with many tooling options and also many search options, references and tutorials.
Overall the service was excellent. Thank you! I would love to come back again if I get the chance.
Yfke (government)
Huge knowledge!
Course: IACA OSINT Module 1, 2 en 3
Review: “Huge knowledge sharing and professional. It was a pleasure to participate.”
Course format: open, private or customized
Normally, this training is taught in a classroom setting. Nevertheless, we can imagine that, given your work, you would like to ask questions freely. In that case it is possible to provide a private training at our location for a minimum of twelve participants. We also provide, as you are used to from us, completely customized training courses based on (parts of) this module. We are happy to make you a suitable offer.
Our instructors have been screened and have entered into a confidentiality agreement with various government departments. Creating a specific non-disclosure agreement for the benefit of your organization or service is of course no problem.
Certification and Recognition
Our training institute has been audited by and registered with the CRKBO (Central Register of Short Vocational Education). This module (IACA DIGOS/OSINT-1) is part of the recognized course Digital Data-driven Operational Specialist®. This IGO training is a recognized official training that has been audited and accredited by the Center for Post Initial Education (CPION) and by the Netherlands Post Higher Professional Education Foundation (SPHBO). Our training institute is therefore the only civil organization in Europe that can and may issue this registered diploma. After you have completed this module you will receive the IACA certificate:
- Digital Information-driven Operational Specialist® | OSINT-1
Our DIGOS/OSINT courses and diplomas are highly regarded by a large number of government services. If you already work for the government or if you aspire to a job with this employer, our DIGOS/OSINT training is a valuable addition to your CV.
Successive modules
If you have successfully completed IACA DIGOS/OSINT-1, you can participate in the module IACA DIGOS/OSINT-2. Click here for more information about the recognition of the diploma.
View the Flow Chart of the IACA OSINT / DIGOS / Cyber HUMINT courses:
This module is part of the training programs 'DIGOS/OSINT Analyst (SPEN), DIGOS/OSINT Expert (post-bachelor) and OSINT/DIGOS/CYBER HUMINT (post-bachelor)
