Certified SOC (Security Operations Center) Analyst-CSA

Course Overview

The Certified SOC (Security Operations Center) Analyst-CSA certification is a globally recognized professional qualification for cybersecurity professionals. The certification validates the holder's ability to monitor and detect cybersecurity incidents, and effectively respond and recover from them, using various technologies and techniques. It is a demonstration of expertise in effectively managing cybersecurity threats in real-time, protecting an organization's information assets. Industries use it to verify that their cybersecurity staff possess the advanced skills needed to safeguard against evolving cyber threats. It also helps organizations comply with cybersecurity regulation bodies by proving they have trained personnel to tackle information security risks.

Certified SOC Analyst (CSA) certification training is a professional course that sharpens individuals' skills in threat identification and response. The training primarily covers network security controls, threat intelligence, vulnerability assessment, security operations, and incident management. It enables individuals to understand and monitor security threats, conduct security analysis, and establish effective defensive mechanisms. The course majorly targets security professionals facilitating their efforts to become specialists in their field.

Course Duration

3 Days (24 Hours)

Target Audience

• Cybersecurity professionals seeking to advance their skills

• Individuals aiming for a career in cybersecurity

• IT professionals interested in learning about security operations

• Network Engineers/Admins seeking knowledge on cyber threat analysis

• Security operations center (SOC) personnel and operators

• Professionals aiming to earn a Cybersecurity Analyst certification

Learning Objectives

The main learning objectives of the Certified SOC Analyst-CSA course include gaining a comprehensive understanding of Security Operations Center (SOC) operations, developing skills to recognize cyber threats, and learning to respond effectively to security incidents. The course aims to build proficiency in using SIEM, IDS/IPS, and threat intelligence tools for real-time threat response and escalation. Students will be able to perform effective incident management and create detailed incident reports. Additionally, they will understand and use various security compliance standards and laws, enhancing their ability to mitigate security risks and protect an organization's information assets.

Course Content

Module 1: Security Operations and Management 

• Understand the SOC Fundamentals 

• Discuss the Components of SOC: People, Processes and Technology 

• Understand the Implementation of SOC 

Module 2: Understanding Cyber Threats, IoCs, and Attack Methodology 

• Describe the term Cyber Threats and Attacks 

• Understand the Network Level Attacks 

• Understand the Host Level Attacks 

• Understand the Application Level Attacks 

• Understand the Indicators of Compromise (IoCs) 

• Discuss the Attacker’s Hacking Methodology 

Module 3: Incidents, Events, and Logging U 

• Understand the Fundamentals of Incidents, Events, and Logging 

• Explain the Concepts of Local Logging 

• Explain the Concepts of Centralized Logging 

Module 4: Incident Detection with Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) 

• Understand the Basic Concepts of Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) 

• Discuss the Different SIEM Solutions 

• Understand the SIEM Deployment 

• Learn Different Use Case Examples for Application Level Incident Detection 

• Learn Different Use Case Examples for Insider Incident Detection 

• Learn Different Use Case Examples for Network Level Incident Detection 

• Learn Different Use Case Examples for Host Level Incident Detection 

• Learn Different Use Case Examples for Compliance 

• Understand the Concept of Handling Alert Triaging and Analysis 

Module 5: Enhanced Incident Detection with Threat Intelligence 

• Learn Fundamental Concepts on Threat Intelligence 

• Learn Different Types of Threat Intelligence 

• Understand How Threat Intelligence Strategy is Developed 

• Learn Different Threat Intelligence Sources from which Intelligence can be Obtained 

• Learn Different Threat Intelligence Platform (TIP) 

• Understand the Need of Threat Intelligence-driven SOC 

Module 6: Incident Response 

• Understand the Fundamental Concepts of Incident Response 

• Learn Various Phases in Incident Response Process 

• Learn How to Respond to Network Security Incidents 

• Learn How to Respond to Application Security Incidents 

• Learn How to Respond to Email Security Incidents 

• Learn How to Respond to Insider Incidents 

• Learn How to Respond to Malware Incidents 

Prerequisites

Attendees should meet the following prerequisites:

• Minimum one year of work experience in IT or cybersecurity

• Familiarity with TCP/IP protocols and networking

• Basic knowledge of threat, vulnerability, and risk assessments

• Understanding of Intrusion Detection/Prevention Systems 

• Experience with firewalls, routers, or other network security tools

• General understanding of cybersecurity operations.

Course Agenda

Technical Requirement

1. Laptop with minimum 8GB Ram

2. Connected Monitor for iLabs.

3. Hi speed Internet Connection as All the labs it will be accessed through EC-Council Cloud

Exam Voucher Validity

It will be valid for 12month starting from the last day of the course.

 Certification Expiry

It will be valid for 3 years.