Our instructors have extensive experience in collecting, documenting, and analyzing digital information across various sectors, including law enforcement, defense, (inter)national government agencies, financial institutions, and private enterprises. Their expertise spans a wide range of investigative fields.
In the realm of law enforcement, they possess in-depth knowledge of criminal and extremist networks, subversion, and organized crime. Their skill set includes methods for tracking fugitives and techniques for identifying high-risk areas and threats to national security. Additionally, they are appointed as OSINT specialists within the National Police.
In the financial sector, their expertise covers combating financial-economic crime and unraveling complex corporate structures. They have a thorough understanding of money laundering schemes, terrorism financing, and methods for tracing hidden assets and illicit business practices.
Our modular, in-class education program teaches you how to combine information from open and semi-open sources and social media platforms (OSINT and SOCMINT) with advanced digital investigation techniques, including:
C-HUMINT: Cyber-Human Intelligence
PFDAV: Predictive Forensic Data Analytics & Visualization®
Digital Profiling and Monitoring
Overview of Components IOSI101:
Component 1: Introduction to ‘Information-Driven Tactics and Analysis’
Component 2: IACA Tactical Digital Elements
Component 3: Cybersecurity and digital footprint
Component 4: Operators and the creation of effective search queries
Component 5: Documentation of digital information
Component 6: Utilize virtual machines and mobile emulators
Component 7: Dark- en Deepweb
Component 8: Open Source Financial Intelligence (OSFINT®)
Component 9: Advanced monitoring and alerting techniques for digital sources
During this module, participants gain access to a unique toolset developed exclusively by IACA. The IACA toolset includes specialized OSINT tools designed for efficiently searching social media platforms like Facebook and Telegram, visualizing geolocations, optimizing search engines, and mapping online networks and connections. These tools are highly valuable for various applications, including financial investigations, locating individuals, and analyzing criminal networks.
Participants are also trained in the unique OSINT methodologies and procedures developed by IACA. These methods enable them to collect and analyze information in a structured and efficient manner, addressing financial-economic challenges as well as broader security and investigative objectives. The training provides insights into detecting various forms of crime, including financial offenses, investigating complex organizational structures, and tracking individuals.
The integration of IACA’s versatile toolset and methodologies makes this training program unique and exclusively available through IACA.
Who is this program for?
This practical training is highly recommended for professionals in their professions who need to acquire, document, and analyze digital information and intelligence related to individuals, national and international companies, organizations, activities, or networks. This is essential for conducting criminal, civil, international, internal, or financial investigations and is often crucial for protecting corporate interests and maintaining national and international order and security. To enable this, you will be intensively taught the latest techniques and trends in the field of Information-Driven Tactics and Analysis, where Open Source Intelligence (OSINT) is a key component.
Upon completing this first module, you will have the skills to efficiently collect, process, and interpret digital intelligence about individuals, national and international companies, organizations, and networks. This includes information about their financial integrity, secondary activities, events, locations, (under)performance, and assets. You will also learn how to track and monitor individuals and organizations online to map their current and future plans and activities. The gathered information can be enriched with specific research findings, resulting in a more comprehensive and complete intelligence picture.
Due to its versatile practical applications, this training is particularly suitable for a wide range of professionals, including employees of law enforcement and security services, regulators, mortgage and insurance advisors, KYC, CDD, and AML specialists, underwriters, claims adjusters, and municipal officials.
Types of Courses: Open, Private, or Customized
While this training is primarily offered in a classroom setting, we understand that due to the nature of your work, you may prefer to ask questions in a private setting. With a minimum of twelve participants, we can provide a private training at your location. Additionally, we offer fully customized training programs based on (parts of) this module. We are happy to provide a tailored proposal.
All our instructors have been screened and have signed confidentiality agreements with various government agencies. A specific confidentiality agreement for your organization or agency is also possible.
Certification & Recognition
Our training institute has been assessed by and registered with the CRKBO (Central Register of Short Vocational Education Netherlands). This module is part of the accredited programs:
Registered Open Source Intelligence Analyst®
Registered Open Source Intelligence Expert®
These programs are all recognized registered training programs that have been assessed and accredited. For more information about the recognition and registration, you can select the above-mentioned program. Our educational institution is thus the only civil organization in Europe authorized and entitled to award these diplomas. Upon completion of this first module, you will receive the IACA certificate:
IOSI101: OSINT Module 1
Our courses and diplomas enjoy widespread recognition and are highly regarded by various government agencies, as well as a wide range of international organizations outside of the government sector. Whether you are already employed by such an organization or are seeking a position with one of these employers, our courses are a valuable addition to your resume.
Subsequent Modules
If you have successfully completed the IOSI101 module, you can participate in module IOIS102: OSINT Module 2.
Reviews OSINT Training IACA
Anne
Government
Best OSINT training!
Training: IOSI101, IOSI102 and IOSI103
Review: “I keep repeating myself, the course is very good, perhaps the best I have taken in this field. Small classes, personal attention. Lots of variety and interactive lessons. Keep up the good work, it’s a shame I’ve completed it now. I hope to come back again, and I will definitely recommend this course to colleagues over competitors.”
Fleur
Financial Organization
Wish I had known earlier!
Training: IOSI101, IOSI102 and IOSI103
Review: “Interesting subject matter, good structure, and useful information. For me as a KYC analyst, it’s directly applicable to my daily tasks.”
Shirley
Government
Absolutely excellent!
Training: IACA OSINT Customized Program
Review: “Extremely well-structured; the content is of high quality, covering a wide array of topics. There’s a good amount of repetition for reinforcement, and the program is dynamically tailored to match the level and needs of participants. I genuinely can’t think of anything to improve upon… and that’s truly a rare occurrence ;). Absolutely top-notch!”
Leo
Government
Unprecedented opportunities!
Training: IOSI101, IOSI102 and IOSI103
Review: “The course offers you a wide range of unprecedented possibilities to conduct thorough open-source research. It is presented in a very knowledgeable and pleasant manner, with plenty of room for questions. It was truly excellent and very enjoyable to take this course with you.”
Sander
Regulator
Also excellent virtually!
Training: IOSI101, IOSI102 and IOSI103
Review: “I participated virtually in the training due to the travel distance, and I must say that this is truly the best training I have taken in years. I was skeptical about online classes, but this was very well organized, with good equipment and interactive sessions. Comprehensive course with a lot of expertise and knowledge from the instructor and the training institute.”
Rob
Government
Professional!
Training: IACA OSINT Customized Program
Review: “The professionalism of the instructor and the opportunity to seek feedback on the topics covered individually. Furthermore, the classroom where the course is held is well-equipped, and the provided lunch is excellent! The enthusiasm, service, and willingness to assist you in every way during the course by the staff and instructors are characteristic of IACA.”
Donald
Telecommunications provider
Very good explanation!
Training: IOSI101 and IOSI102
Review: “Very good explanation, a nice trainer who takes the time to explain things well, comprehensive course material. I took the course from home, and it was very successful and went very smoothly.”
Noud
Private individual
Clear explanation!
Training: IOSI101 and IOSI102
Review: “The course has a clear structure, it’s nice that you can actively participate as a student, clear explanation, and a pleasant instructor with good support.”
Leo
Financial organization
Accuracy of course material!
Training: IOSI101, IOSI102 and IOSI103
Review: “Well-structured course material, pleasant explanation, accuracy of the course material and the provided equipment. More than friendly and welcoming feeling at IACA. Thank you very much for the great sessions.”
Yfke
Government
Huge knowledge!
Training: IOSI101, IOSI102 and IOSI103
Review: “Huge knowledge sharing and professionalism. It was a pleasure to participate.”
Marloes
Airline
Wish I had known earlier!
Training: IOSI101 and IOSI102
Review: “Great and good course. Too bad I didn’t know about this earlier because I could have benefited from it for many years.”
Maikel
Telecommunications provider
Top 3!
Training: IOSI101 and IOSI102
Review: “I have taken many courses, both technical and non-technical, and this one is definitely in the top 3.”
Rob
Financial organization
Plenty of room for questions!
Training: IOSI101 and IOSI102
Review: “The material is covered in the broadest sense, interspersed with relevant practical examples. The instructor/trainer constantly guides the student through all aspects, with always room for (answering) questions and input from the students.”
Rick
Financial organization
Systematically structured!
Training: IOSI101, IOSI102 and IOSI103
Review: “The course is very systematically structured and provides good tools for conducting OSINT investigations through practical assignments. It has sparked my interest in the field. The instructors are clearly passionate and enthusiastic about this topic, which is very contagious!”
$ 1595,-