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KNOWMAD OSINT

ABOUT

Based in Hamburg, Germany, Knowmad OSINT has one mission: deliver cutting-edge OSINT training to career starters, established professionals, and anyone keen to #knowmore. Knowmad OSINT is a comprehensive and multi-disciplinary approach to OSINT that can take anyone from “zero to hero.”

Over 100 students, young professionals, and seasoned intelligence analysts have gained or enhanced their OSINT skills through our course. The Knowmad OSINT training has enabled newcomers to land a job in the field and established analysts to advance their careers.

WHY CHOOSE KNOWMAD OSINT?

FROM ZERO TO HERO

We believe in OSINT for all. That’s why we tailored our course to accommodate different backgrounds and skill levels. Never heard of OSINT? No problem! Don’t have experience in security? You don’t need to! Are you an OSINT pro already? We can help you improve.

MORE THAN JUST AN INT

We cover OSINT in an innovative way: as a facet of the other intelligence collection disciplines (GEOINT/ IMINT, SIGINT, HUMINT). After completing our course, you’ll have a thorough and multi-source understanding of intelligence tradecraft and be able to pick from a big box of open-source tools and methods.

KNOW MORE

OSINT skills are a must-have for students and professionals in security, intelligence, defense, law enforcement, journalism, private investigations, environment protection, human rights, and other fields. In our age of uncertainty, nothing’s more valuable than knowing for yourself.

OSINT TRAINING

Knowmad takes any beginner from “zero to hero.”

The course introduces you to the essential tools, methods, and best practices of OSINT collection. You'll learn how to collect and analyze satellite imagery, track aircraft, vessels, and satellites, exploit social media channels, authenticate media material, conduct digital forensics and open-source investigations. You will also gain a sound understanding of intelligence and analytical tradecraft.

The Knowmad OSINT course is a structured online self-study experience. You can complete the lessons from the comfort of your computer in your own time.

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OSINT ACTION & CONSULTANCY

Get in touch if you want to request group or individual training for your organisation. Want to jump straight to action? Contact us for advisory and analytical service tailored to your needs. Tell us what you need.

TESTIMONIALS

The Knowmad OSINT course has been one of the best things to happen to my career! It gave me an excellent overview over the different types of intelligence and how to collect, analyze, and disseminate it. The instructor is brilliant and always keen to help. This is something that sets Knowmad apart from similar courses. I highly recommend this course to anyone that wants to enter the OSINT world!
Hannibal Vad- Research Director at London Politica
Outstanding training! This course offers a great insight and builds the skills you need for open source intelligence. A must for everyone in the maritime and security industry! The self-study format worked great for my busy schedule.
Joshua Hutchinson -former Royal Marine & CEO of ARX Mouldings
I registered for Knowmad’s OSINT course to enhance my professional skills in this field and was amazed by the variety of OSINT tools and methods that this course is looking at. The training is well-structured and self-paced. It highlights the most important ways on how to conduct OSINT as well as easily accessible tools. Hence, it also caters to the needs of beginners in this field. Anyone with an interest in this area for whatever purpose would benefit from a training here since it is not only diverse but also fun to learn and apply. I can strongly recommend this course for aspiring OSINT enthusiasts who search for a sophisticated approach to the topic. The skills learned through the Knowmad training helped me land my current OSINT job!
Isabel -Forensic Analyst
I was intrigued at the prospect of taking Knowmad's OSINT course as part of the IMSISS (International Master in Security, Intelligence and Strategic Studies), and can say the course was one of the most impactful takeaways from the program as a whole. The course readings, videos, and follow-up activities are engaging, intuitive, and at times challenging all while providing an in-depth introduction to the multifaceted aspects of OSINT. From satellite imagery to social media analysis Knowmad provided a strong platform and further direction to dive down the OSINT rabbit hole.
Matt -Master's Student in Security, Intelligence and Strategic Studies (University of Glasgow)
The Knowmad OSINT course was a great opportunity to learn about the varieties of OSINT and the techniques needed to become an OSINT analyst myself. It actually motivated me to reach out to a student group in my city which now has formed an OSINT subgroup in which we train our skills. I would definitely recommend this course to anyone who is interested in the world of intelligence gathering.
Franziska -Master's Student in Political Science