Certified SOC Analyst

The Certified SOC Analyst (CSA) course is designed to provide cybersecurity professionals with the knowledge and skills required to work effectively in a Security Operations Center (SOC). The course focuses on equipping participants with the fundamentals of monitoring, detecting, analysing, and responding to security threats and incidents in real-time. CSA offers hands-on experience in using security information and event management (SIEM) tools, log management, and threat detection techniques. Participants will learn how to handle incidents across various network architectures and cloud environments while developing the necessary skills to identify potential threats and mitigate security risks proactively.

• CSA certification is internationally recognised, validating your expertise in SOC operations and threat detection, enhancing your credibility in the cybersecurity industry.
• Gain hands-on experience using industry-standard tools for security monitoring, log analysis, and threat detection, preparing you for real-world SOC operations.
• CSA certification opens doors to key roles such as SOC analyst, security analyst, incident responder, and network security engineer.
• Learn how to proactively monitor and respond to emerging threats, helping organisations prevent cyberattacks and minimise security incidents.
• Strengthen your ability to contribute to the efficiency of your organisation’s SOC by improving detection, analysis, and response processes.
• Enhance your skills with hands-on exercises that simulate real-world attacks and incidents, using popular security tools and platforms.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest security threats, vulnerabilities, and trends in cyberattacks, ensuring you are prepared for evolving challenges.
• Use your SOC expertise to enhance your organisation’s overall security posture, improving its ability to detect, prevent, and respond to cyber threats.
• The CSA course is ideal for aspiring SOC analysts and cybersecurity professionals who want to build a strong foundation in security operations and threat detection, preparing them for critical roles in protecting organisations from cyber threats.

By the end of the CSA course, participants will be able to:

• Understand the SOC environment roles, responsibilities, and processes involved in the day-to-day operations of a SOC.
• Monitor and analyse security events and incidents using various security tools and technologies, including SIEM platforms.
• Conduct threat monitoring and detection by analysing logs, alerts, and events from multiple sources.
• Handle and respond to incidents using various techniques to contain, mitigate, and respond effectively to security breaches and vulnerabilities.
• Use threat intelligence to enhance the detection and investigation of malicious activities within an organisation’s environment.
• Conduct security investigations using methodologies and techniques including log analysis and forensic techniques.
• Work collaboratively within a SOC team to manage threats and mitigate risks to the organisation’s infrastructure.
• Report and document incidents, conduct post-incident analysis, and recommend measures to prevent future occurrences.

• SOC analyst
• Security analyst
• Incident responder
• Network security engineer

Exam Code: CSA

Duration: 180 minutes

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