Citadock Practical Academy

SOC Analyst

This program focuses on building practical SOC analyst skills. Learn how to monitor security events, triage alerts effectively, analyse logs from multiple sources, follow structured investigation workflows, handle security incidents, and work with SIEM platforms in realistic scenarios.

SIEMLog AnalysisAlert TriageIncident HandlingSecurity Monitoring
Cohort Specifics
Cohort Size
Small batch (max 20) for personalized mentor guidance
Format & Delivery
Scheduled live batches delivered online and in person, combining structured instruction with hands-on lab exercises and guided projects.
Verification
Verifiable portfolio projects & capstone validation
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Who Is This Program For?

  • ✓Aspiring SOC analysts and security operations professionals
  • ✓IT professionals transitioning into cybersecurity
  • ✓Students seeking a structured path into security operations

Core Learning Objectives

Understand the role and responsibilities of a SOC analyst
Monitor and triage security alerts using structured workflows
Analyse logs from network, endpoint, and cloud sources
Investigate potential security incidents methodically
Document findings and escalate appropriately
Work with SIEM concepts and security tooling

Curriculum Breakdown

01SOC fundamentals and operational workflows
02Security event monitoring and alert triage
03Log analysis (network, endpoint, cloud)
04SIEM concepts and practical usage
05Incident detection and investigation
06Incident handling and documentation
07Threat indicators and basic enrichment
08Communication and escalation procedures

Practical Lab Exercises & Scenarios

Applied Engineering Labs
>Triage and investigate simulated security alerts
>Analyse log data from multiple sources
>Build detection rules in a lab environment
>Document an investigation workflow end-to-end
>Practise escalation and reporting scenarios

Prerequisites

  • •Basic understanding of networking concepts
  • •Familiarity with operating systems (Windows and Linux basics)
  • •No prior SOC experience required

Course FAQs

No. This course is designed for those building SOC skills from a foundational level. Basic IT and networking knowledge is helpful.
The course uses practical security tools in lab environments. Specific tools may vary by batch to reflect current industry practices.
No training program can guarantee employment. This course focuses on building practical skills and preparing you for SOC analyst roles.
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Speak directly with a Citadock course mentor to confirm batch schedules, prerequisites, and syllabus details.

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