DARK WEB INVESTIGATIONS:

The Dark Web has become a platform for various illicit activities, including drug trafficking, human trafficking, and cybercrime. As such, law enforcement officials must learn how to navigate this hidden part of the internet to effectively investigate and combat criminal activity.

This course is designed to provide law enforcement officers with the skills and knowledge necessary to conduct Dark Web investigations. The course will cover various topics, including understanding the Dark Web, accessing, and navigating the Dark Web, identifying Dark Web marketplaces and forums, and conducting undercover operations.

Students will also learn how to use specialized tools and software for Dark Web investigations, including Tor, Tails, and Virtual Private Networks (VPNs). They will learn how to analyze Dark Web data and identify patterns and trends, as well as how to collaborate with other agencies and organizations to gather intelligence and track down criminals.

By the end of the course, students will be equipped with the necessary skills and knowledge to conduct Dark Web investigations and effectively combat criminal activity on the Dark Web.

Course Objectives:

  • Understand the structure and functioning of the Dark Web

  • Navigate the Dark Web using specialized tools and software

  • Identify Dark Web marketplaces and forums where illegal activities take place

  • Conduct undercover operations on the Dark Web

  • Communication and Currency on the Dark Web

  • Analyze Dark Web data to identify patterns and trends

  • Collaborate with other agencies and organizations to gather intelligence

  • Understand the ethical and legal considerations of Dark Web investigations

  • Combat criminal activity on the Dark Web

Prerequisites: This course is intended for law enforcement officials who are responsible for investigating cybercrime, drug trafficking, and other forms of criminal activity. Students should have a basic understanding of computer systems and networking. No prior experience with Dark Web investigations is necessary.

 INSTRUCTOR:

We only use active law enforcement personnel as our instructors who are currently involved in the subject matter they are teaching, keeping the material provided up to date and relatable through use of real and current case examples. See instructor page for more information on all of our instructors.

REQUIRED:

Laptop with administrative privileges

COST:

$250 per student

$225 for groups of five or more

Host a course to receive five free spots, email us at info@covertmediaconsulting.com for more information or to schedule a course.

info@covertmediaconsulting.com