From Skilled to Tactical Threat Hunting: Where to Focus… | Intel 471 Skip to content

From Skilled to Tactical Threat Hunting: Where to Focus for Maximum Impact

Out of the Woods: The Threat Hunting Podcast | Season 2, Episode 4
March 13, 2025 | 12:00 - 1:30 PM EST

Hero background fallback

Developing a Tactical Approach to Threat Hunting

Out of the Woods: The Threat Hunting Podcast returns with a live, interactive discussion on where threat hunters should focus their time to drive real security impact. Being skilled isn’t enough—understanding what matters most, avoiding wasted effort, and refining your investigative approach are what set tactical hunters apart.

Our hosts will share how their focus evolved over time, the lessons that shaped their approach, and the biggest mistakes that slow down threat hunters. The conversation will cover key areas that deliver results, common distractions to avoid, and how to ensure hunts make a meaningful difference.

This is a live discussion where you can participate as much as you want. Join us on Discord to ask questions, share insights, and connect with other threat hunters. Whether you're just getting started or sharpening your strategy, this episode will help you focus on what truly moves the needle.

What We’ll Cover:

  • Where to focus for maximum impact - The areas that drive results and improve security outcomes.
  • How experienced hunters prioritize their time - What matters most in real-world threat hunting.
  • The biggest mistakes that slow hunters down - Common distractions and how to avoid them.
  • How to refine your investigative approach - Strategies to ensure your hunts lead to real findings.
  • What to improve in 2025 - The top skills and techniques to sharpen this year.

Engage with the Community!

Join our Discord server to connect with hosts and fellow hunters, share your experiences, and exchange ideas on refining threat hunting techniques.

Don’t miss this chance to deepen your understanding and sharpen your skills. Join the discussion here: https://discord.gg/DR4mcW4zBr

Join the Live Podcast Session

CTA Background 2

 

Featured Resource
Intel 471 Logo 2024

AresLoader is a new loader malware-as-a-service (MaaS) offered by threat actors with links to Russian hacktivism that was spotted recently in the wild.