Certified Threat Intelligence Analyst training is EC-Council's specialist-level program covering the complete intelligence lifecycle: direction, structured collection, analysis, and dissemination. Unlike broader security certifications, CTIA focuses specifically on turning raw threat data into decisions a security team can act on. igmGuru's version adds instructor-led labs, real threat feeds, and report-writing practice, so you leave able to brief a SOC team, not just answer exam questions.
EC-Council offers two paths into the CTIA exam: completing authorized training (which satisfies eligibility automatically) or applying separately with documented experience. Before joining igmGuru's course, you should ideally have:
This course is built for professionals who already work with security data daily and want to move from reacting to threats to anticipating them.
CTIA-certified professionals are hired into roles that sit between security operations and strategic decision-making, including:
According to Salary.com's 2026 data, threat intelligence analysts in the United States earn an average of roughly $77,800 a year, with senior analysts and program leads earning significantly more depending on industry and geography.
Here's what you get when you train with igmGuru:
The Certified Threat Intelligence Analyst credential is issued by EC-Council. Here is what the exam actually looks like:
| Official Name | Information |
|---|---|
| Official Name | EC-Council Certified Threat Intelligence Analyst (C|TIA) |
| Exam Code | 312-85 (CTIA v2) |
| Format | Multiple-choice, computer-based, proctored |
| Total Questions | 50 |
| Duration | 2 hours |
| Passing Score | 70% |
| Eligibility | EC-Council authorized training (this course qualifies) OR an eligibility application with 2+ years of documented InfoSec experience |
| Delivery | EC-Council Exam Portal, with Pearson VUE and remote-proctoring options |
CTIA (Certified Threat Intelligence Analyst) is an EC-Council specialist credential for professionals who collect, analyze, and report on cyber threats. It suits SOC analysts, incident responders, and analysts who want to specialize in threat intelligence rather than general security operations.
Threat intelligence remains one of the fastest-growing specialties in cybersecurity, and CTIA is one of the few certifications that covers the entire intelligence lifecycle rather than a single skill area. For analysts aiming at threat intelligence, threat hunting, or SOC leadership roles, it remains a strong, relevant credential.
CEH (Certified Ethical Hacker) focuses on offensive security and penetration testing techniques. CTIA focuses on defensive intelligence work: collecting, analyzing, and reporting on threats. Many professionals pursue CEH or CND first, then add CTIA as a specialization.
No. CTIA does not require you to be a programmer. Basic familiarity with Python helps for automating data collection and enrichment, and igmGuru's course introduces it at a practical level, but it is not an exam requirement.
Most working professionals need roughly 8 to 12 weeks of consistent study alongside instructor-led training. igmGuru's 24-hour live program, combined with self-paced lab practice, is designed to fit that timeline.
The CTIA exam (code 312-85) has 50 multiple-choice questions, a 2-hour time limit, and a 70% passing score. It is delivered through the EC-Council Exam Portal with remote-proctoring or Pearson VUE options.
Yes. EC-Council allows candidates to apply for eligibility directly if they can document at least 2 years of information security experience, along with an eligibility application fee. Completing authorized training, like igmGuru's course, satisfies this requirement automatically.
Based on 2026 Salary.com data, threat intelligence analysts in the United States average around $77,800 a year, with variation based on experience, industry, and location. Senior analysts and program leads typically earn more.
igmGuru's training fee covers live instruction and lab access. Our team also guides you through the EC-Council exam voucher purchase and eligibility application process, even though those are billed separately by EC-Council.
Both certify threat intelligence skills, but CTIA is EC-Council's structured, lifecycle-based program built around frameworks like MITRE ATT&CK and STIX/TAXII, while GCTI is GIAC's certification tied to SANS FOR578 coursework. Choice often comes down to your preferred training path and employer preference.
