Misha V.

I'm an open-source intelligence analyst experienced in using OSINT/publicly available information (PAI) to actively investigate, gather, and then organize data on a variety of topics, including but not limited to: political extremism and security, foreign policy, domestic law, and criminal/missing persons investigations. I've worn many hats in my career, and used investigative techniques and the intelligence cycle in the majority of them to great benefit; if you have a creative problem, then consider me for your creative solutions. • Proficient in SQL and Python coding languages • Proficient in basic OSINT techniques, including but not limited to: pivoting, username enumeration, metadata scraping, facial recognition and reverse image searching, Boolean searching, etc. • Experienced in the intelligence cycle and "op-sec"; maintains operational security using hardware, software, and security-minded conduct • Experience leveraging machine-learning and automated tools in OSINT investigations, like: Maltego, Shadowdragon.io, Maigret, Spiderfoot, Ghunt, Metagoofil, etc. • Experience in organizing and conveying data/intelligence through easy-to-digest methods, like graphics, charts, and via data visualization programs like Google Data Studio and Stata • Foreign language proficiency in Russian (functional fluency) and French (beginner fluency) • Previous history of published OSINT-centered research; see below for accessible links! Using OSINT, what can I do for you? • Are you working on a book, movie, podcast, or a project that requires intensive research? I am familiar with various online databases and information sources - social media platforms (mainstream and alt.), government databases, academic journals, surface web and dark web archives - in English, Russian, and French. If required, I can conduct more advanced and active research as well, including person-to-person interviews and consulting topic experts. • Is there a story that needs to be cross-referenced or fact-checked? In the day of fast-paced media and misinformation/disinformation, it isn't uncommon for upcoming news wire information to be full of mistakes. I can help you verify your information and back up your statements with the relevant facts and evidence, keeping your piece up to ethical and industry standards. • Are you working on a unique, unconventional project or perhaps pursuing an investigation on a person of interest and hitting a dead end? I can help you brainstorm new potential leads, navigate complex webs of information, and ideally solve your "mystery". I love unorthodox cases, so if you have a particularly unique problem, allow me to help you solve it. I have a variety of tools and machine learning scripts to help gather information for your case, making solutions arrive faster, more efficiently, and backed up with vetted facts.