The Security Operations Center (SOC) is a critical component of an organization's cybersecurity infrastructure, responsible for detecting, analyzing, and responding to security threats in real-time. This training course will provide cybersecurity Analysts with the knowledge and skills necessary to effectively manage a SOC, including the development and implementation of best practices and processes.
Objectives:
Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:
- Develop and implement a SOC strategy to align with organizational goals and objectives
- Establish and manage SOC processes and procedures to effectively detect, analyze, and respond to security threats
- Manage and evaluate security tools and technologies to ensure their effectiveness and efficiency
- Manage security teams and develop their skills to ensure their ability to deliver optimal performance
- Evaluate and report on the effectiveness of the SOC and make recommendations for improvement
Who Should Attend this Course:
This training course is designed for Cybersecurity Analysts who are responsible for managing the day-to-day operations of a SOC. Participants should have a strong understanding of cybersecurity fundamentals, as well as experience in security operations and management.
Outputs:
At the end of this course, participants will receive a certificate of completion, as well as a comprehensive course manual that will serve as a valuable resource in their future role as a SOC Manager.
Outline:
Day 1: Introduction to SOC Management
- Overview of the role and responsibilities of the SOC Manager
- Importance of SOC in cybersecurity
- Overview of SOC management best practices and processes
Day 2: SOC Process and Procedure Development
- Developing a SOC strategy and aligning it with organizational goals and objectives
- Establishing and managing SOC processes and procedures, including incident response and threat analysis
- Managing the SOC technology stack, including security tools and technologies
Day 3: Managing the SOC Team
- Building and managing effective security teams
- Developing the skills and capabilities of security teams
- Ensuring the delivery of optimal performance by the SOC team
Day 4: SOC Performance Evaluation and Improvement
- Evaluating the effectiveness of the SOC
- Making recommendations for improvement
- Ensuring continuous improvement of the SOC through regular performance evaluation and improvement activities
Day 5: SOC Management in Practice
- Practical exercises to reinforce learning and apply course concepts
- Discussion of real-world SOC management challenges and best practices for addressing them
- Closing discussion and next steps for participants to continue their learning journey in SOC management.
Throughout the course, participants will have the opportunity to work on practical exercises and case studies to apply the concepts and skills they have learned. The course will also include interactive discussions and opportunities for participants to share their experiences and insights.