Talking Threat Intelligence

Chris Story, Director of Risk Intelligence & Security Consulting at Triumph Protection Group, is on the show this week.

In this episode, he discusses applications for open source intelligence in physical security and investigations.

Expect to learn where to get started with OSINT for physical security, the strengths and limitations of OSINT, the common mistake that trips up new OSINT practitioners, and much more.

Resources:

Chris on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-story-securityriskintelligenceleadership/

Triumph Protection Group: https://triumphprotection.com

Conversations in Close Protection: https://www.conversationsincloseprotection.com

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And if you’d like more insights on building a successful threat intelligence program, be sure to check out our resource page at LiferaftInc.com/blog.

James Tunkey, Chief Operating Officer of I-OnAsia, is on the show this week.

In this episode, James reveals three key things he believes every OSINT analyst should start doing to deliver better risk intelligence for clients.

Expect to learn the biggest opportunity for OSINT analysts to differentiate themselves in the marketplace right now, the benefit of adding individuals with an insurance or finance background to an OSINT team, why OSINT analysts need to focus more on preparing for “non-routine” events, the key mistake that can sabotage your analysis, and much more.

Resources:

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And if you’d like more insights on building a successful threat intelligence program, be sure to check out our resource page at LiferaftInc.com/blog.

Security departments have long had the reputation of being cost centers inside organizations.

That makes it tough for managers and directors to ask for more budget. And their departments are often the first to see budget cuts during a recession.

So how can security leaders avoid this problem?

Alan Saquella, CPP, professor of Business, Security, and Intelligence at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University in Arizona and a consultant for Verensics, joins the podcast this week.

In this episode, we discuss his strategies to transform the security function at Cox Communications from a cost center to revenue neutral and beyond.

Expect to learn the dangers of being a cost center within an organization, the first thing you should do before asking executives for additional budget, the importance of learning the language of business, how to demonstrate the ROI of your corporate security program, and much more.

Resources:

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Open-source intelligence, or OSINT, has become an increasingly important tool for close protection details. But because many intelligence analysts have never worked in the field, some struggle to provide the actionable insights needed to keep clients safe.

So how can we address this problem?

Denida Grow, Founder & CEO Athena Worldwide and Nannyguards as well as Managing Partner at LeMareschal LLC, is on the show this week.

In this episode, she breaks down the communication gap that exists between OSINT analysts and close protection teams on the ground.

Expect to learn what every OSINT analyst should do before working with an EP team, the danger of sending too much information to agents on the ground, what protectors on the ground probably won’t tell you, the common OSINT mistakes that compromise client safety, the number one trait of top OSINT analysts, how biases can jeopardize security, one of the biggest problems across the security industry today, and much more.

Resources:

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And if you’d like more insights on building a successful threat intelligence program, be sure to check out our resource page at LiferaftInc.com/blog.

Mass shootings in the workplace have become more frequent in recent years. And with employees returning to the office following the COVID pandemic, we’ve seen a spike in violent incidences.

So how can security teams proactively address this problem?

Drew Neckar, MBA, CPP, CHPA, President and Principal Consultant at Security Advisors Consulting Group, is on the show this week.

In this episode, Drew reveals the lessons learned from an incident where he and his team successfully prevented a mass shooting incident.

Expect to learn the importance of teaching ordinary employees how to spot suspicious behavior, the mistake most organizations make when providing security awareness training, the value of environmental design in preventing workplace violence, and much more.

Resources:

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And if you’d like more insights on building a successful threat intelligence program, be sure to check out our resource page at LiferaftInc.com/blog.

Background checks represent the go-to method most organizations use to screen out unethical employees. But due to a growing number of problems, this system has started to fail employers.

Russ Law and Yariv Lis, co-founders of Verensics, are on the show this week.

In this episode, they explain the broken system behind background checks and why this technique fails to screen out problematic workers.

Expect to learn why companies have no incentive to report workplace incidents, the importance of talking about ethics upfront in the interview process, the mistake almost all hiring managers make that can cost their organizations millions, how to set up a structured interview to screen out unethical employees, the best indicators that a candidate will be successful in their new role, and much more.

Resources:

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And if you’d like more insights on building a successful threat intelligence program, be sure to check out our resource page at LiferaftInc.com/blog.

At Liferaft, we know from talking to hundreds of OSINT analysts that online misinformation presents a growing challenge.

Social networks make it easier than ever for fake news to spread. And we have already seen how digital misinformation can have a corrosive effect on democracies.

This presents a big problem for the OSINT community, too. After all, no one can deliver good intelligence with bad information. And this can have huge implications for those that rely on our work.

So what’s the solution?

Melanie Trecek-King, Associate Professor of Biology at Massasoit Community College, is on the show today. She has over 20 years of experience as a scientific educator teaching students about critical thinking.

In this episode, we discuss her seven-step process for debunking misinformation.

Expect to learn the three reasons why we’re prone to falling for misinformation, the simple exercise to “inoculate” yourself against fake news and misleading claims, using “lateral thinking” to quickly fact-check information online, and much more.

Resources:

Thinking is Power: https://thinkingispower.com

A Life Preserver for Staying Afloat in a Sea of Misinformation: https://skepticalinquirer.org/2022/02/a-life-preserver-for-staying-afloat-in-a-sea-of-misinformation/

How to inoculate yourself against misinformation: https://thinkingispower.com/how-to-inoculate-yourself-against-misinformation/

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And if you’d like more insights on building a successful threat intelligence program, be sure to check out our resource page at LiferaftInc.com/blog.

Harry Kemsley, OBE, President of Government & National Security at Janes Group, is on the show this week.

In this episode, he discusses how OSINT went from the 'poor twin' of the intelligence world to a foundational tool.

Expect to learn how experienced OSINT analysts tackle mis- and disinformation online, where to get started when building an intelligence function, recruiting tactics that can dramatically improve the quality of your team’s analysis, the biggest challenge OSINT analysts struggle with today, and much more.

Resources:

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And if you’d like more insights on building a successful threat intelligence program, be sure to check out our resource page at LiferaftInc.com/blog.

What OSINT skills do employers want right now? And how can you stand out during the application process? 

At Liferaft, we know from talking to hundreds of analysts that many want to take their OSINT careers to the next level.

Unfortunately, OSINT as a profession is relatively new. So you won’t find as many clear milestones and certifications to guide your career.

That can make breaking into the field confusing for rookie analysts. And it can make things even harder for experienced practitioners trying to advance in their careers.

So what's the answer?

Loránd Bodó, an OSINT professional and the creator of OSINTJobs.com, joins the podcast this week.

In this episode, we discuss the strategies he used to break in and grow his career as an OSINT professional.

Expect to learn the biggest mistakes candidates make when starting a career in OSINT, the number one error that prevents candidates from landing their dream OSINT jobs, why networking isn’t sleazy, the top OSINT skills employers want right now, why highly advanced technical skills may not be as important as you might think, the unconventional technique anyone can do to stand out during the application process, and much more.

Resources:

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And if you’d like more insights on building a successful threat intelligence program, check out our resource page at LiferaftInc.com/blog.

Transitioning from the public sector to corporate security is no easy task. Habits that served you well in the military and law enforcement may sabotage your success in the private sector.

So how can you avoid this problem?

Carlos Francisco, CPP, Regional Security Leader at one of the world’s largest social media companies and host of the Corporate Security Translator Podcast, is on the show this week.

In this episode, you’ll learn the radical mindset shift security practitioners must learn going forward to succeed in a corporate environment.

Expect to learn how better customer service improves corporate security, the MAGIC formula for effective leadership, what security professionals can learn from Disney, how to lead without authority, and much more.

Resources:

Never miss an episode by subscribing to the show on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you listen to episodes.

And if you’d like more insights on building a successful threat intelligence program, be sure to check out our resource page at LiferaftInc.com/blog.