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SOC Analyst Specialist: Master Cyber Defense

Transition from security enthusiast to a Job-Ready SOC Analyst (Tier 1/Tier 2). This course combines deep theoretical knowledge with intensive hands-on labs using ELK and Wazuh.

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Phase 1: Foundations & Architecture

Phase 1

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Module 01: SOC Concepts – Master the CIA Triad, explore the threat landscape (Script Kiddies to APTs), and understand SOC infrastructure (People, Process, Technology).
Module 02: Logging & Event Management – Learn centralized log management and the critical transition from "Events" to "Incidents".
Module 04: Networking Fundamentals – Deep dive into the OSI/TCP-IP models, firewalls, IDS/IPS, and practical port scanning with Nmap.
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Phase 2: Offensive Anatomy & Vulnerability Defense

Module 03: Common Cyber Attacks – Analyze real-world threats including Ransomware, DDoS, Phishing, and fileless malware.
Module 06: Anatomy of Unauthorized Access – Detailed study of OS-specific threats (Windows/Linux) and protocol exploitation (RDP, SMB, SSH).
Module 07: Blue Team Vulnerability Assessment – Learn to identify network and application weaknesses and the importance of proactive risk reduction.
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Phase 3: The SOC Lab & SIEM Operations

Phase 3

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Module 05: Lab Environment Setup – Design a professional SOC lab with network segmentation, attack machines, and defense servers.
Module 08: ELK Stack Mastery – Deploy Elasticsearch, Logstash, and Kibana; configure Sysmon and ingest live data for attack detection.
Wazuh Integration (Specialization) – Utilize Wazuh as a HIDS, SIEM, and XDR platform for advanced compliance and vulnerability detection.
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Phase 4: Advanced Detection & Intelligence

Module 09: Threat Intelligence – Ingest Indicators of Compromise (IOC) and utilize Strategic, Operational, and Tactical intelligence to improve alert accuracy.
Module 12: MITRE ATT&CK Framework – Map logs to the Enterprise Matrix to visualize adversary tactics and techniques.
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Phase 5: Incident Response & Management

Phase 5

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Module 10: NIST Incident Response Lifecycle – Follow the SP 800-61r2 standard: Preparation, Detection, Containment, Eradication, and Recovery.
Module 11: Incident Management & Team Operations – Learn the 17-step incident handling process and build effective Incident Response Teams (IRT).
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Course Outcomes

Upon completion, you will be equipped with:

Career Readiness: Fully prepared for SOC Analyst Tier 1 and Tier 2 roles.
Practical Skills: Hands-on experience in attack simulation, detection, and investigation using industrial-grade SIEMs.
Framework Mastery: Alignment with NIST and MITRE ATT&CK industry standards.