Cybersecurity Essentials:SOC Mastery from Zero to Hero(2025)

Name: Cybersecurity Essentials:SOC Mastery from Zero to Hero(2025)
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Learn the Fundamentals of SOC Operations, SIEM, Threat Monitoring and Detection from Scratch to Expert Level

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Last updated 7/2025

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What you'll learn

Aspiring SOC Analysts – Individuals looking to start a career in cybersecurity and Security Operations Centers (SOC) by gaining foundational knowledge and hands
Cybersecurity Enthusiasts – Professionals or students interested in cybersecurity who want to understand SOC operations, threat management, and security tools.
SOC Professionals – Security Operations Center analysts and engineers who want to enhance their expertise with practical knowledge of SOC tools and strategies.
Incident Response Teams – Professionals who are part of an incident response or threat management team and want to learn how to detect, respond, and mitigate se
Network Security Engineers – Individuals responsible for network security who wish to improve their understanding of SOC workflows and threat detection processe
Cybersecurity Managers and Leaders – Individuals in leadership roles who wish to gain insights into SOC operations, security strategy, and best practices for ma
Job Seekers in Cybersecurity – Individuals preparing for cybersecurity job interviews, particularly SOC-related positions, and looking to practice with real-wor

Course content

11 sections • 126 lectures • 31h 55m total length

Instructor Introduction1:54
Our Community0:12
What is Cybersecurity and Why is it Important?9:52
Explore what cybersecurity is, why it matters, and how a breached bank leaks customer data to hackers, causing financial loss, regulatory penalties, reputational damage, operational disruption, and broader economic impact.
Proven Strategies Organizations Use to Prevent Cyberattacks5:38
Core Components of Cybersecurity: Building a Robust Defense10:15
Understanding Offensive Security: Core Concepts and Key Components9:59
Defensive Security: Strategies and Core Principles14:24
Understanding the Different Types of Hackers: An Introduction to Hacker Profiles9:29
CIA Triad: Understanding Confidentiality10:39
Explore the CIA triad—confidentiality, integrity, and availability—and how encryption, access controls, authentication, and authorization protect sensitive organizational data from unauthorized access and modifications.
CIA Triad: Understanding Integrity2:14
CIA Triad: Understanding Availability3:04

Security Terms with RealLife Exmpls: Logs, Alerts, Incidents, True & False Posti18:50
Understanding Playbooks and Runbooks5:05
Understanding Threats, Risks, and Vulnerabilities in Cybersecurity11:58
IoC vs. IoA: Understanding Indicators of Compromise and Indicators of Attack9:08
Malware, Phishing, and Data Breaches: Understanding Common Cybersecurity Threats16:43
Zero-Day Vulnerabilities and Incident Escalation: Key Concepts in Cybersecurity8:52
Explore zero-day vulnerabilities as software flaws with no patches, how attackers exploit unpatched code, and the role of incident escalation from L1 to SMEs to resolve threats.
SOC Shift Handover and Ticketing Systems: Best Practices for Seamless Operations4:21
Implement clear shift handovers in a 24/7 soc to maintain operations. Use a ticketing system as the brain of the operation, logging, tracking, and resolving alerts with accountability and traceability.
Understanding Exploit2:59
Understand how an exploit uses code or techniques to exploit a vulnerability, with examples like the WannaCry ransomware; SOC teams monitor for exploits, patch vulnerabilities, and alert on suspicious activity.
Understanding Social Engineering3:19
Understanding of Attack Vectors3:18
Understanding of Security posture3:34
Understanding Encryption: Safeguarding Data for Security and Privacy8:18
Understanding Authentication and Authorization The Guardians of Access5:03
Learn how authentication verifies identity and how authorization defines what authenticated users can access, with practical examples like airport checks and multi-factor login to protect sensitive data.
Understanding Threat Actors: The Faces of Cybersecurity Risk4:19
Understanding Root Cause Analysis (RCA): Digging Deep for Solutions4:38
Understanding Red Team and Blue Team: The Ultimate Cybersecurity War Game6:58
Understanding Payloads: The Heart of Malware Attacks5:32

Introduction to Networking: Fundamentals13:54
Types of Networking: Understanding LAN (Local Area Network)3:31
Types of Networking: Understanding WAN (Wide Area Network)3:15
Types of NW: Understanding MAN (Metropolitan Area Network) & PAN (Person Area NW2:34
Explore metropolitan area networks and personal area networks, showing how MAN sits between LAN and WAN with citywide and campus examples, and how PAN enables highly localized, personal device connections.
Exploring the Seven Layers of the OSI Model14:00
Explore the seven OSI layers from application to physical. See how data travels in an email, is formatted, encrypted, segmented, routed, and delivered across the network.
Understanding IP Addresses6:54
Classes of IP addresses6:17
Private IP Address: and Public IP Address:5:35
Static and Dynamic IP Addresses Explained: How They Work and When to Use Them9:27
Understanding Packets: The Building Blocks of Data Transfer5:24
Understand data packets as small units carrying payloads and control information, numbered for reassembly, enabling reliable, efficient transmission across networks and streaming platforms like Netflix.
Ping and Port Explained9:18
Understanding Packets and Protocols8:57
Understanding Virtual Private Networks (VPNs)5:31

Introduction to the SOC: The Air Traffic Control of Cybersecurity2:29
Explore the SOC as an air traffic control center for cybersecurity, where security experts monitor IT systems, detect suspicious activity, and rapidly respond to cyber attacks.
"Understanding SOC’s Importance in Cybersecurity Through Real-World Examples19:32
A-Day-in-the-Life-of-a-SOC-Analyst11:14
Understanding SOC Models: Tailored Security Approaches10:54
Understanding SIEM: The Security Camera Network Analogy8:34
Explore how siem centralizes logs from firewalls, endpoints, and servers using a security camera analogy, enabling a centralized repository and single view for faster security investigations.
What is EDR and How It Works: A Real-World Building Security Alarm Perspective17:01
Why EDR is Essential: A Security Alert Example6:35
Discover how EDR enables real-time responses and proactive threat hunting to contain threats and improve endpoint visibility. Learn to analyze alerts, baseline behavior, and post-attack insights for stronger defense.
Introduction to Threat Intelligence with a Real-World Analogy5:18
How Threat Intelligence Works2:53
Top 5 Threat Intelligence Tools You Need to Know3:23
Key Benefits & Conclusion of TA2:08
Introduction to Secure Web Gateway (SWG): A Real-World Analogy for Web Security4:30
Essential Features of a Secure Web Gateway8:35
Secure Web Gateway as Your Digital Security Checkpoint: Real-World Examples5:18
What is SOAR? Streamlining Security Operations with Automation6:58

SOC Architecture Intro & Data Collection - The Backbone of SOC Architecture13:03
SOC Architecture: Threat Detection3:45
SOC Architecture:: Incident Management with SOAR4:50
SOC Architecture:: Incident investigation, Root cause analysis and remediation6:05
Explain incident investigation and root cause analysis in the SOC, using threat intel feeds and SIEM log analysis to determine cause, scope, remediation, and lessons learned for continuous improvement.

Introduction: Building a Professional SOC with Open-Source Security Tools16:15
Lab: How to Set Up Your AWS Account29:22
ELK Essentials: Understanding Elasticsearch Architecture and Components12:32
Exploring the ELK Stack: A Comprehensive Step-by-Step Workflow7:36
Getting Started with Containers, Docker, and Docker Compose30:46
Lab: Step-by-Step Guide to Setting Up EC2 for Elasticsearch13:01
Lab: Step-by-Step Guide to Installing Elasticsearch on EC231:46
Demonstrates step-by-step installation of Elasticsearch, Kibana, and Enterprise Search on EC2 using Docker Compose. Connects to the instance, updates packages, deploys containers, and configures secure access and networking.
Lab: Filebeat Essentials: Step-by-Step Configuration and Installation35:14
Introduction to the Malware Information Sharing Platform (MISP)11:26
LAB: MISP Installation Guide – A Step-by-Step Setup13:09
Install Misp on a cloud Ubuntu 22.04 ec2 instance, configure Elasticsearch and high resources, connect to the Misp console, and create admin credentials in this lab.
Introduction to Cortex: Observable Analysis and Active Response Engine4:36
Explore Cortex, an open source security tool from the Hive project, for SOC analysis. Automate analysis with analyzers like VirusTotal and IPVoid and integrate with case management via API.
Case Study: Boosting SOC Operations with Cortex7:13
Lab: Cortex Installation and Configuration – A Step-by-Step Guide30:14
Lab: Cortex Analyzer Installation Guide: Step-by-Step Instructions20:30
Hive Installation Guide: Step-by-Step Setup Instructions29:58
Hive Installation Guide: Troubleshooting and Ensuring a Successful Setup7:36
How to Integrate Hive with ELK: A Setup and Configuration Guide24:09
Learn to integrate Hive with Elasticsearch (ELK) by configuring stack management, licenses, and connectors, and by using webhooks and an API key to relay alerts.
How to Integrate hive and Cortex : Setup and Configuration Guide (Part-1)9:35
How to Integrate hive and Cortex : Setup and Configuration Guide (Part-2)35:17
How to Integrate hive and MISP : Setup and Configuration Guide55:22

Cyber Kill Chain Introduction7:01
Reconnaissance: The First Step in a Cyberattack7:35
Weaponization: Crafting the Cyber Weapon6:54
Delivery: How the Attack Reaches the Target9:27
Exploitation: Taking Control of the Target6:42
Installation: Establishing a Foothold in the System4:57
Command & Control: Taking Remote Control5:12
Actions on Objectives: Final Attack Execution9:54
Example Real-World Case Study6:26

Understanding Phishing: How Scammers Trick You Online11:05
Understanding Email: How It Works and Powers Communication13:23
Email Architecture: A Quick Recap4:44
Understanding Email Headers and Key Fields: Including SPF, DKIM, and DMARC43:23
Understand the email header and its key fields, including from, to, subject, date, message-id, and received path; learn how SPF, DKIM, and DMARC verify sender authenticity and defend against phishing.
What is an Email Gateway and Its Key Features?39:36
Email Gateway: Agari Phishing Defense10:42
Understanding Email Links and Attachments: How to Perform Analysis12:02
Phishing Email Body Analysis: Identifying Red Flags and Threats15:18
Phishing Email Header Analysis: Spotting Suspicious Indicators17:32
Understanding Phishing: Email, Spear Phishing, SMiShing, Vishing, and Whaling25:08
Discover how email phishing works, examine body and header fields, and compare spear phishing, whaling, smishing, and vishing, with URL checks and credential harvesting techniques.
Credential Harvesting Phishing Attack: Investigation and Remediation21:40
How to Prevent Phishing Attacks: Best Practices and Strategies15:12

Self-Introduction and Key Interview Questions on Daily SOC Operations52:19
Networking Interview Q&A: Essential Questions for SOC and Cybersecurity Roles31:39
Network Security and Essential Windows/Linux Commands for SOC Interviews42:12
Top Interview Questions and Answers on Security Fundamentals-130:41
Explore core security fundamentals in this SOC interview primer: understand the CIA triad, encryption and hashing, threat types, risk, zero-day concepts, and incident triage including true/false positives and negatives.
Top Interview Questions and Answers on Security Fundamentals-221:31
Security Attacks: Top Interview Questions and Answers Explained44:13
Windows : Top Interview Questions and Answers27:49
Malware : Essential Interview Questions and Answers30:57
Phishing: Essential Interview Questions and Answers23:09
Interview Q&A: Log Fields from Security Devices for Effective Log Analysis35:15
Explore essential log fields from cloud and on-prem security devices—cloud audit logs, vpc flow logs, firewall, proxy, ips, edr, email gateway, and other security logs—for effective soc log analysis.
Interview Questions and Answers on Key Security Frameworks24:47
Interview Questions and Answers on Mitre Att&CK22:53
Essential Threat Intelligence Interview Q&A25:29
Essential Interview Question and Answers on Threat Hunting25:03
Threat hunting proactively searches for unknown threats beyond traditional security controls, enabling early detection, reduced dwell time, and continuous security improvement through hypothesis-driven investigations.
Essential Interview Question and Answers on SIEM27:30
Interview Q& A on SIEM Architectures (Splunk, Logrhythm,Qradar & Azure etc)30:31
Splunk Interview Questions and Answers for L1 and L222:58
SOC Techno-Managerial Interview Questions and Answers27:27

Requirements

Basic Computer Knowledge

Description

Welcome to "SOC Mastery: From Fundamentals to Advanced Strategies," your ultimate guide to mastering Security Operations Center (SOC) concepts, tools, and techniques. Whether you're just starting your journey in cybersecurity or you're an experienced professional looking to deepen your expertise, this course offers everything you need to excel.

Over 9 detailed sections and 108 in-depth lectures (totaling 27 hours), this course takes you through the core aspects of cybersecurity, including offensive and defensive strategies, threat analysis, and SOC fundamentals. You'll gain practical knowledge on tools like the ELK Stack, Cortex, MISP, TheHive, and more, all designed to equip you with the skills to build and manage a successful SOC.

Key Highlights:

Core Cybersecurity Concepts: Understand the foundational principles like the CIA Triad (Confidentiality, Integrity, Availability) and how they apply to real-world cybersecurity practices.
Hands-On Labs: Practical exercises on setting up and configuring essential tools such as Elasticsearch, MISP, Cortex, and TheHive.
SOC Operations: Learn the inner workings of a SOC, including monitoring, threat detection, incident response, and escalation procedures.
Phishing Analysis: Develop skills to identify and mitigate common cybersecurity threats, including phishing, credential harvesting, and malware attacks.
Threat Intelligence & Incident Management: Explore advanced topics such as threat intelligence tools, SOAR for incident management, and effective use of SIEM for threat detection.
Networking Essentials: Gain a strong understanding of networking concepts, IP addressing, and VPNs that are essential for SOC operations.
Interview Preparation: Get prepared for SOC and cybersecurity job interviews with specialized Q&A on network security, malware, and SIEM technologies.

By the end of this course, you'll be well-equipped to work in a SOC environment, tackle real-world security incidents, and confidently contribute to your organization's cybersecurity efforts.

Who this course is for:

Cybersecurity Professionals
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Cybersecurity Essentials:SOC Mastery from Zero to Hero(2025)

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Cybersecurity Essentials: Key Concepts for Beginners11 lectures • 1hr 18min

Foundational Security Terms Every Security Analyst Must Know17 lectures • 2hr 3min

Network Essentials for Cybersecurity Engineers13 lectures • 1hr 35min

Essential SOC Tools and Technologies: A Comprehensive Guide15 lectures • 1hr 55min

SOC Architecture and Real-World Case Studies4 lectures • 28min

Hands-On Lab: Build Your Home SOC with Open-Source Tools20 lectures • 7hr 6min

The Cyber Kill Chain: Understanding the Stages of an Attack9 lectures • 1hr 4min

Master Phishing Analysis from Scratch: A Step-by-Step Guide12 lectures • 3hr 50min

Real-world cybersecurity case studies2 lectures • 15min

Master SOC Interviews: Q&A from Scarath to Help You Succeed18 lectures • 9hr 6min

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