Episode 5 — Separate strategic, operational, and tactical intelligence fast
Effectively categorizing intelligence into strategic, operational, and tactical levels is a core requirement for both the GCTI exam and the successful operation of a threat intelligence team. This episode provides a rapid-fire framework for separating these layers: strategic intelligence informs high-level decision-makers about long-term trends and geopolitical risks; operational intelligence identifies specific adversary campaigns and their imminent threat to an industry; and tactical intelligence provides the "on-the-box" technical indicators, such as hashes and domain names, used by defenders for immediate detection. We explore how a single security event can generate insights for all three levels, such as a ransomware attack that reveals a new adversary motive (strategic), a specific targeting pattern in the finance sector (operational), and unique registry keys used for persistence (tactical). Troubleshooting common misconceptions, such as confusing "operational" with "administrative," is key to ensuring that your reports reach the right audience with the appropriate level of technical detail and business context. Produced by BareMetalCyber.com, where you’ll find more cyber audio courses, books, and information to strengthen your educational path. Also, if you want to stay up to date with the latest news, visit DailyCyber.News for a newsletter you can use, and a daily podcast you can commute with.
