About the certification


Cyber threat information is any information that can help an organization identify, assess, monitor, and respond to cyber threats. The NIST SP 800-150 provides guidance to help organizations exchange cyber threat information. The guidance addresses sharing of cyber threat information within an organization, consuming and using cyber threat information received from external sources, and producing cyber threat information that can be shared with other organizations.
The Cyber Threat Intelligence Foundation is a certification intended for individuals seeking to validate their foundational knowledge of Cyber Threat Intelligence in accordance with NIST Special Publication 800-150.

This exam covers topics such as terms and definitions, Basics of Cyber Threat Information Sharing (Threat Information Types, Benefits of Information Sharing, and Challenges to Information Sharing), Establishing Sharing Relationships, and Participating in Sharing Relationships.

The Cyber Threat Intelligence Foundation certification exam is an online, closed-book, and remotely-proctored exam. It includes 40 questions and the passing score is 70%. Candidates will have 60 minutes to complete the exam. Validate your knowledge of Cyber Threat Intelligence and advance your career. Register for your online exam now!





Information Security Management Foundation (ISO/IEC 27001)

Exam details


Exam code

ITC-152

Launch date

March 5, 2025

Exam description

The Cyber Threat Intelligence Foundation certification exam validates a candidate’s foundational knowledge of cyber threat intelligence in accordance with NIST SP 800-150.

Current version

v1 (March 5, 2025)

Exam format

Multiple choice; computer-based; closed book (online proctored exam)

Number of questions

40 questions

Passing score

70% (28 out of 40)

Exam duration

60 minutes

Level

Foundation

Languages

English and Portuguese

Exam description

This exam covers topics such as Terms and Definitions, Basics of Cyber Threat Information Sharing (Threat Information Types, Benefits of Information Sharing, and Challenges to Information Sharing), Establishing Sharing Relationships, and Participating in Sharing Relationships.

RECOMMENDED HOURS OF STUDY

16 hours

BLOOM'S TAXONOMY

Level 1 (Remembering), Level 2 (Understanding) and Level 3 (Applying)

Recommended reading

• NIST Special Publication 800-150 - Guide to Cyber Threat Information Sharing

Prerequisites

There are no prerequisites for this certification

Recommended experience

Six months of work experience in Cybersecurity

Validity period

Lifetime

Exam Content Outline


   Domains Weight

1. Scope of NIST SP 800-150

10%

2. Terms and definitions

25%

3. Basics of Cyber Threat Information Sharing

25%

4. Establishing Sharing Relationships

20%

5. Participating in Sharing Relationships

20%

   Total

100%

How to get certified


1

Browse our certification programs and choose your certification.

2

Discover the exam objectives and prepare for your exam.

3

Register for your online proctored exam.

4

Take your online proctored exam in the comfort of your home or office.

5

Congratulations! You are certified!

Frequently Asked Questions


  • After purchasing an exam voucher, how much time do I have to take the exam?

    After purchasing an exam voucher, candidates will have 180 days to take the exam.

  • Does the exam voucher include a retake?

    The exam voucher includes 2 retakes in case the candidate fails the first attempt.

  • Are there any prerequisites to take the exams?

    There are no prerequisites to take the exams. ITCERTS recommends that candidates have at least six months of work experience in the area that the certification exam covers.

  • What is the exam retake policy?

    If a candidate does not achieve a passing score on the first attempt, there is no waiting period between the first and the second attempt. If a candidate does not achieve a passing score on the second attempt, the candidate must wait at least 7 days before retaking the exam for a third time. A candidate may not take a given exam any more than three times per year (12 months).

  • How do I register for an Online Proctored Exam?

    Visit the Online Proctored Exam registration page to find complete instructions.

  • Are there any mandatory training to take an exam?

    Training is recommended as part of your certification preparation, but it is not mandatory.

  • Which languages are the exams available in?

    Our exams are currently available in English and Portuguese.

  • Where can I take the exams?

    Exams are delivered online (Online Proctored Exams) and can be taken from anywhere in the world.

  • Do the ITCERTS certifications expire?

    ITCERTS certifications are considered good-for-life and do not expire.

  • How can a potential employer verify my certifications?

    Your employer can verify your certification on our certification verification page. Your certification number will be needed in order to process the verification.

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