Haily Beem
Haily Beem is an experienced analyst specializing in incident response, digital forensics, and cyber threat intelligence. Her research explores how global conflicts influence cyber operations and risk exposure. She is passionate about empowering and mentoring early-career professionals interested in cybersecurity.
Session
Cyber Threat Intelligence (CTI) analysts face overwhelming information, complex attribution problems, and adversaries practicing active deception. While technical indicators provide essential data, they often fall short in delivering comprehensive threat understanding. This beginner-level presentation introduces Structured Analytic Techniques (SATs) – methodologies developed in traditional intelligence – as powerful enhancers for CTI workflows. We'll explore how techniques like Analysis of Competing Hypotheses, Key Assumptions Check, Red Team Analysis, and more mitigate cognitive biases in cybersecurity. The session demonstrates practical integration of SATs with established frameworks including MITRE ATT&CK, the Diamond Model, and Intelligence Cycle. Attendees will learn implementation strategies, key metrics for analytical improvement, and gain actionable templates for immediate application. This methodological bridge between traditional intelligence practices and cybersecurity represents the next evolution in defense against sophisticated threats.