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Certs serve a real purpose in CTI — they demonstrate baseline knowledge. But they're not the whole story. Read below before you spend anything.

Jen's take on certs

Certifications are excellent at showcasing knowledge of key principles. If an employer needs to see real-world application, I highly recommend starting a Medium blog about CTI. Map an intrusion to the Diamond Model. Write about an APT and your mitigation recommendations. This shows field experience without needing an official title.

If you're just starting your cybersecurity journey, don't start with CTI certs. Hit me up for more tailored advice.

4 certs

CTI Certifications Worth Knowing

The most comprehensive overview of all certifications across every cybersecurity discipline. CTI sits at the edge of Incident Handling and Pen Testing. Start here for the big picture.

Free

The most comprehensive and respected CTI certification. Accredited and approved by the US DoD. A practice exam alone is $400. You get what you pay for.

$999 USD (cert only, ~$8,780 with course)

Probably the second most common CTI certification. On-demand options start at $999.

$999–$3,499 USD

Carries serious weight in the industry. Mandiant name recognition matters and this cert reflects their standards.

$250 USD (cert only, prep extra)

Not sure where to start? Reach out and Jen will give you more tailored recommendations.

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