Explore cognitive psychology principles to enhance security analysis skills in this conference talk from BSides Augusta 2015. Delve into the relationship between metacognitive awareness and cognitive performance, examining two key components: knowledge of cognition and investigations as attempts to determine ground truth. Learn about the cognitive challenges inherent in security investigations, including the impact of mindsets on perception and decision-making. Discover strategies for improving investigative processes, such as providing relevant information upfront, formalizing triage functions, and managing attention effectively. Examine the tacit nature of investigative knowledge and the challenges of knowledge transfer between experienced and junior analysts. Understand the role of the visuo-spatial sketchpad in working memory and its connection to intuition in security analysis. Gain insights into overcoming cognitive limitations through metacognition to become a more effective security analyst. Read more