The OSINT Jobs Podcast Rae Baker: OSINT Career Interview
Dec 6, 2024
Rae Baker, an expert in maritime open-source intelligence and author of Deep Dive, shares her journey from graphic design to tracking hidden activities on the high seas. She discusses the critical role of creative thinking in OSINT and reveals her investigative process for monitoring vessel movements. Rae highlights how satellite imagery aids in uncovering illegal maritime activities and explains her work with the Cajun Navy during disasters. She also emphasizes the importance of making OSINT accessible for beginners and the exciting intersection of artificial intelligence with this field.
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Rae's Fear of Water
- Rae Baker, despite her maritime OSINT expertise, hasn't been on large ships.
- She has a recurring childhood dream about a plane crashing into a pool, causing a fear of deep water.
Career Transition
- Rae Baker transitioned from graphic design to cybersecurity after having children.
- She won second place in a Trace Labs event, leading to her current OSINT career.
Maritime OSINT Tips
- Understand the region's history and normal vessel behavior to identify anomalies in maritime OSINT.
- Use tools like Marine Traffic, Vessel Finder, and databases like Equasis for tracking and ownership research.