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Security Operations Center (SOC)
If you are an associate-level cybersecurity analyst who is working in security operation centers, this course will help you acquire the fundamental skills required in a security operations center. You will learn the primary functions of a security operations center (SOC) and the critical role it plays in protecting organizational assets from cyber-attacks. By the end of the course, you will be able to:
• Gain an understanding of SOC team member’s daily activities and responsibilities.
• Identify who these bad actors are, their motives, why they attack, and what they attack.
• Review the goals of implementing a SOC and covers the business benefits that an organization achieves by employing a SOC.
• Introduce technical and procedural challenges in a SOC.
To be successful in this course, you should have the following background:
1. Skills and knowledge equivalent to those learned in Implementing and Administering Cisco Solutions (CCNA) v1.0 course
2. Familiarity with Ethernet and TCP/IP networking
3. Working knowledge of the Windows and Linux operating systems
4. Familiarity with basics of networking security concepts.
Duration
7 Months
Institution
Cisco Learning and Certifications
Format
Online
Eligibility Criteria
school
Academic Foundation
A recognized Bachelor’s degree or high school equivalent required for admission into Cisco Learning and Certifications.
language
Language Proficiency
English proficiency required. IELTS, TOEFL, or standard medium-of-instruction certificates accepted.
Detailed Fees Breakdown
Base Tuition Fee
$237
Total Est. Investment
$237
Scholarships and early-bird waivers may apply. Contact admissions for exact institutional fees.
Academic Trajectory
Program Outcome
Graduates of the Security Operations Center (SOC) program at Cisco Learning and Certifications are equipped with global perspectives, ready to excel in international markets and top-tier career opportunities.