Threat hunting is a proactive cybersecurity technique that involves searching for indicators of compromise or signs of intrusion within an organization’s network or systems. Unlike automated detection systems, threat hunting is typically carried out by security analysts who use their knowledge and intuition to identify subtle, unusual patterns that may indicate a security breach. The goal of threat hunting is to identify and mitigate threats before they can cause significant damage.

The CBROPS course material covers the concept of threat hunting as part of the skill set required for cybersecurity operations analysts, who are responsible for identifying and mitigating cyber threats