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Soc Analyst

The document outlines a comprehensive SOC Analyst roadmap consisting of seven steps, starting from foundational IT and cybersecurity skills to job hunting. Each step includes specific topics, tasks, and resources to build knowledge and practical experience over a span of 1-6 months. The roadmap emphasizes hands-on practice, certifications, and utilizing free resources to enhance learning and prepare for a SOC Analyst role.

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Soc Analyst

The document outlines a comprehensive SOC Analyst roadmap consisting of seven steps, starting from foundational IT and cybersecurity skills to job hunting. Each step includes specific topics, tasks, and resources to build knowledge and practical experience over a span of 1-6 months. The roadmap emphasizes hands-on practice, certifications, and utilizing free resources to enhance learning and prepare for a SOC Analyst role.

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Complete SOC Analyst Roadmap

Step 1: Foundation Skills (1-2 Months)

 What: Basics of IT & Cybersecurity


 Topics:
o Computer basics (hardware, software)
o Operating Systems (Windows, Linux commands)
o Networking (TCP/IP, DNS, ports—80, 443, 22)
 Tasks:
o Install Kali Linux (free da, VirtualBox la pannu).
o Linux: whoami, ls, cd, ifconfig try pannu.
o Watch "Networking Basics" (YouTube - Professor Messer).
 Time: Daily 1-2 hours.

Step 2: Core Cybersecurity Skills (2-3 Months)

 What: Security Concepts & Tools


 Topics:
o Threats (malware, phishing, DDoS)
o Tools: Nmap, Wireshark
o Intro to SIEM (Splunk basics)
 Tasks:
o Nmap: nmap -sS localhost run pannu.
o Wireshark: Wi-Fi traffic capture pannu, HTTP filter pannu.
o TryHackMe "Intro to Cyber Security" (free rooms).
 Resources:
o YouTube: "The Cyber Mentor" (free).
o TryHackMe (free tier).

Step 3: SOC Analyst Specific Skills (3-4 Months)

 What: SOC Operations


 Topics:
o SIEM (Splunk, ELK)
o Incident Response (triage, escalation)
o Log Analysis (system logs, network logs)
 Tasks:
o Splunk Free Trial: Logs upload pannu, index=* error search pannu.
o TryHackMe "SOC Level 1" (free path).
o Kali la tail -f /var/log/syslog paaru da.
 Resources:
o Splunk YouTube tutorials (free).
o LetsDefend (free SOC basics).
Step 4: Hands-On Practice (Ongoing)

 What: Real-World Skills


 Topics:
o Phishing detection
o Packet analysis
o Basic scripting (Python lite ah)
 Tasks:
o Zphisher (GitHub) install pannu, fake page test pannu (ethical ah da!).
o Hack The Box: Free Academy modules pannu.
o Python: Simple "print('Hello')" code ezhudhu.
 Resources:
o OverTheWire (free wargames).
o GitHub free tools.

Step 5: Certifications (3-6 Months)

 What: Prove Un Skills


 Options:
o CompTIA Security+: Beginner level, must da.
o CompTIA CySA+: SOC analyst ku perfect.
o EC-Council CSA: SIEM, incident response focus.
 Tasks:
o Professor Messer Security+ YouTube (free prep).
o Cybrary free courses (signup pannu).
 Time: 2-3 months per cert.

Step 6: Build Experience (Parallel ah Pannu)

 What: Practical Exposure


 Options:
o Home Lab: Kali la Nmap, Wireshark use pannu.
o Internships: "SOC Analyst Intern" LinkedIn la paaru.
o CTFs: PicoCTF (free) pannu da.
 Tasks:
o GitHub la project upload pannu (ex: "Nmap scan report").
o Local network scan pannu (permission oda).

Step 7: Job Hunt & Apply

 What: SOC Analyst Job


 Tasks:
o Resume: Linux, Nmap, Wireshark add pannu.
o Apply: Naukri, Indeed la "SOC Analyst fresher" search pannu, 500+ applications
anupu da.
o Interview Prep: "What is SIEM?" nu padichu vechu.
 Time: 1-2 months job hunt pannu.

Daily Plan Da

 Morning: 1 hour (Linux/Networking)


 Evening: 2 hours (Tools/Practice)
 Night: 30 mins (Notes/Revision)

Free Resources Da

 YouTube: Professor Messer, The Cyber Mentor.


 TryHackMe: Free rooms (Linux, Networking, SOC).
 Hack The Box: Free Academy.
 Splunk: Free trial (60 days).

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