Unlock Your Cybersecurity Career as SOC Analyst
A SOC Analyst (Security Operations Center Analyst) is a cybersecurity professional responsible for monitoring, detecting, and responding to security threats in real-time within an organization’s network. They use various tools like SIEM systems, intrusion detection/prevention systems, and threat intelligence platforms to identify potential security incidents, analyze their impact, and coordinate responses to mitigate risks. SOC analysts work in 24/7 environments, triaging security alerts, investigating suspicious activities, and ensuring timely incident resolution to protect the organization’s IT infrastructure. They play a crucial role in defending against cyberattacks by continuously monitoring systems, escalating incidents, and collaborating with other teams to enhance the organization’s security posture.
Course Focus Area
Introduction to Cybersecurity Fundamentals
Understanding Common Security Threats and Vulnerabilities
Overview of Security Operations Center (SOC) Functions and Structure
The Role and Importance of Proactive Threat Monitoring and Incident Response
Overview of SIEM Technologies, Data Collection, Analysis, and Correlation
Techniques for Detecting and Responding to Security Incidents.
Basic understanding of MITRE ATT&CK and Cyber Kill Chain framework.
Threat Intelligence: Importance, Benefits, and Types
Expected Audience
This SOC Analyst training program is designed for a diverse audience, including:
Aspiring Cybersecurity Professionals who want to start a career in security operations and incident response.
IT and Network Administrators responsible for managing network infrastructure who wish to specialize in security monitoring and threat detection.
Cybersecurity Analysts looking to expand their expertise in security operations, incident detection, and response.
Students pursuing cybersecurity who want to explore SOC operations.
What you will Learn ?
1. Cybersecurity Fundamentals
- Key cybersecurity concepts such as risk management, vulnerabilities, and threats
- Understanding the threat landscape, including types of cyberattacks (e.g., phishing, ransomware, APTs)
- Basic concepts of networking, protocols, and network security
2. Introduction to Security Operations Centers (SOCs)
- The role of SOCs in cybersecurity and organizational defense
- The structure and workflow of a SOC
- SOC tools and technologies used for security monitoring and analysis
3. Security Event Monitoring and Log Analysis
- How to monitor security events and analyze logs for potential security incidents
- Understanding security alerts and their severity levels
- Using SIEM (Security Information and Event Management) systems to collect, correlate, and analyze security data.
4. Incident Detection and Response
- The incident response lifecycle: detection, containment, eradication, and recovery
- Identifying and categorizing security incidents (e.g., malware infections, unauthorized access)
- Responding to security incidents in real-time and coordinating with other teams - Basic understanding of MITRE ATT&CK and Cyber Kill Chain framework.
5. Threat Intelligence and Analysis
- How to collect, analyze, and apply threat intelligence to enhance security posture
- Identifying emerging threats and how to stay ahead of attackers
- Integrating threat intelligence feeds into SOC operations for proactive defense
6. Security Automation and Orchestration
- How to automate repetitive tasks and streamline SOC workflows
- Integrating security orchestration tools to improve incident response efficiency
- Using playbooks and automation to reduce incident resolution times
7. Communication and Reporting Skills
- Writing clear, concise, and actionable security reports
- Effective communication with management, technical teams, and stakeholders during and after incidents
- Escalation procedures and working within incident response teams
By the end of the SOC Analyst training, you'll be equipped with the technical skills, knowledge to effectively monitor, detect, and respond to cybersecurity incidents in a SOC environment, ensuring the security and integrity of your organization's IT systems.
Pre-requisites
There are no formal prerequisites for the SOC Analyst training. However, it is recommended that participants have a foundational understanding of computer networking, cybersecurity, and incident handling.
Course Reference code
For any communications related to this course, please mention the course reference code as DEF-T-SA