Operational Since 2002 IAFIE Aligned · PHIA Standards · NICCS Listed

The Cyber Intelligence Training Center for Operator-Grade Tradecraft

Online cyber intelligence training for analysts, investigators, security leaders, and enterprise teams. Master intelligence analysis, counterintelligence, cognitive warfare, OSINT, structured analytic techniques, deception detection, and AI-assisted reporting through on-demand and instructor-supported programs from Treadstone 71.

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Founded 2002
Continents Served 4
Active Courses 60+
Tradecraft Grade Operator
What You Will Learn

Six Tradecraft Disciplines, One Training Path

Every program turns raw data into decision-ready reporting. Tracks span collection planning, OSINT discipline, structured analytic techniques, deception detection, cognitive warfare, and professional intelligence writing.

Intelligence Analysis

Frame problems, test hypotheses, manage uncertainty, and write reports that support leaders, investigators, and security operations teams under pressure.

Counterintelligence

Study deception, elicitation risk, insider threat patterns, operational security, and warning indicators tied to hostile collection and influence activity.

Cognitive Warfare

Track narratives, manipulation, influence patterns, unwitting participants, and human vulnerabilities that shape modern cyber and information conflict.

OSINT & Collection

Build disciplined collection plans, source validation habits, provenance controls, anonymous browsing skills, and structured use of open sources.

Reporting & Briefing

Turn analysis into clean intelligence products with confidence language, warning indicators, stakeholder framing, and action-oriented recommendations.

Generative AI Tradecraft

Apply generative AI safely to source validation, draft reporting, bias detection, and forecasting — without surrendering analytic judgment to the model.

Featured Programs

Flagship Cyber Intelligence Courses

Real courses, real certifications, real outcomes. Pricing transparent. Mode and length specified up front. No upsell maze.

Free Orientation

Cyber Intelligence Course Overview & CounterIntel Sneak Preview

Free on-demand introduction to intelligence, PIRs, TIPs, cyber intelligence basics, cognitive warfare, stakeholder management, adversary targeting, and collection management.

Mode: On-demand Use: Orientation
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Flagship · 52 CPE

Generative AI Cyber Intelligence Tradecraft — Certified Analyst

Advanced cyber intelligence tradecraft with 52 CPE credits. OSINT, structured analytic techniques, bias mitigation, AI-assisted reporting, forecasting, source validation, OPSEC, case-driven analysis.

Mode: Self-paced Length: 16 weeks
$4,699
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Analyst Track · 52 CPE

Transnational Cybercrime & Crimeware Analyst

Scenario-driven training on cybercrime ecosystems, crypto-enabled criminal economies, structured analytic methods, deception detection, and cross-border crimeware investigations. Aligned to EC3 and Eurojust competency frameworks.

Mode: Online Length: ~52 CPE
$4,699
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Specialty

People Intelligence (PEOPINT)

A new discipline at the intersection of human behavior, culture, and digital security. Learn how state actors manipulate, exploit, and weaponize civilians in psychological and narrative warfare — and how to detect, decode, and dismantle these operations.

Mode: On-demand
$2,499
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Tradecraft

Personas and OPSEC

Operational security when using personae to passively collect on targets. Persona construction, infrastructure hygiene, attribution defense, and anonymous browsing tradecraft.

Mode: On-demand
$499
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Cognitive Warfare

Russian Cognitive & Information Warfare — Section 1

Cognitive and information warfare tactics, techniques, and methods from the Russian perspective. Reflexive control doctrine, narrative operations, and the Gerasimov operational overlay.

Mode: On-demand
$299
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Cognitive Warfare

Chinese Cognitive & Information Warfare — Section 1

Cognitive and information warfare tactics, techniques, and methods from the Chinese perspective. APT group doctrine, MSS operational tradecraft, and PRC influence ecosystem mapping.

Mode: On-demand
$499
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Specialty

Pitch Black Tetrad & Dark Triad Analysis

The Dark Triad — Machiavellianism, Narcissism, Psychopathy — extended to the Pitch Black Tetrad with schadenfreude. Insider threat psychology, leadership pathology, and supply-chain risk assessment from a behavioral angle.

Mode: On-demand
$199
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HUMINT Tradecraft

Psychology of the Seven Radicals — Cyber PSYOPs

Russian methodology for examining adversaries in cyber HUMINT analysis. The Seven Radicals framework applied to persona assessment, social engineering defense, and influence operations.

Mode: On-demand
$159
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How to Start

Begin in Three Clear Steps

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01

Read the Value Proposition

Mission, training logic, outcomes. Understand why intelligence tradecraft matters in cyber operations, investigations, and influence defense.

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02

Follow the Competency Tiers

Move from foundations to advanced tradecraft through a tiered path that reduces guesswork and raises consistency across analysts.

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03

Choose Your Featured Program

Select a flagship course in cyber intelligence, counterintelligence, cognitive warfare, cybercrime analysis, or AI-assisted tradecraft.

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Who Trains Here

Programs Built for Operators, Not Onboarding

Every role on this site has a defined starting point and a defined skill outcome. Pick the row that matches your work.

Role Best Starting Point Primary Skill Gain
Threat intelligence analysts Competency tiers Structured analysis, forecasting, reporting, adversary modeling
Security leaders & managers Enterprise subscription Team-wide language, reporting discipline, role-based training paths
Investigators & cybercrime teams Featured programs Collection discipline, actor ecosystem mapping, deception detection
Writers & peer reviewers Beacon Series Analytic rigor, terminology discipline, durable thinking habits
Government & defense teams Project Omega Prague Sovereign intelligence architecture, hybrid threat doctrine
Academic programs Academic integration Curriculum integration, simulated exercises, AI-enhanced learning
Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

What is cyber intelligence training?
Cyber intelligence training teaches analysts how to collect, structure, assess, write, and brief intelligence for cyber risk, threat, influence, and operational decisions. Treadstone 71 programs cover collection planning, OSINT, structured analytic techniques, deception detection, warning analysis, reporting, and forecasting — all aligned to IAFIE standards and listed in the CISA NICCS catalog.
Who should take counterintelligence and cyber intelligence courses?
Programs fit threat intelligence analysts, security leaders, investigators, cybercrime teams, intelligence writers, peer reviewers, government agencies, defense organizations, and enterprise security groups that need stronger analytic tradecraft.
Do you offer cognitive warfare and disinformation training?
Yes. The catalog includes cognitive warfare, narrative analysis, deception, influence operations, Russian and Chinese cognitive warfare doctrine, People Intelligence (PEOPINT), and related programs that help students identify manipulation, hostile narratives, and behavior-driven threat patterns.
Are the courses self-paced or live?
Most programs offer online, on-demand access with mentor support. Select programs add live web meetings, office hours, or instructor-supported cohorts. In-person training is available through Treadstone 71's client-driven and Project Omega Prague residency formats.
Do you provide team or enterprise licensing?
Yes. Enterprise subscription options support organization-wide access through a single annual license. Teams gain shared training paths, consistent analytic language across analysts, and centralized progress reporting for security leadership.
Are the certifications recognized in the intelligence community?
Treadstone 71 training is IAFIE-aligned, follows PHIA standards language, and is listed in the CISA NICCS training catalog as a recognized cybersecurity workforce development provider. Certifications carry CPE credits and are recognized by government agencies, defense contractors, and Fortune 500 security teams worldwide.
What is the TWELVEROFF discount code?
TWELVEROFF is the current promotional code for 12% off featured programs at checkout. Apply at the checkout step on any featured course page. Subject to change — verify current offer on the featured programs page.
How does this site relate to Treadstone 71?
The Cyber Intel Training Center is the official online training platform of Treadstone 71 LLC, a veteran-owned, woman-led cyber intelligence firm operating since 2002. Treadstone 71 also delivers in-person training, consulting, adversary dossiers, and intelligence program builds at treadstone71.com.
Ready to Begin

Start Your Intelligence Tradecraft Journey

Read the value proposition, walk the competency tiers, then choose the right cyber intelligence, counterintelligence, or cognitive warfare program for your role.

Questions? Contact us at info@treadstone71.com