Course Overview:

This course is designed to provide aspiring cybersecurity analysts with a strong foundation in core concepts and hands-on skills used in real-world security operations. You will learn how to effectively use tools for intrusion detection, threat and vulnerability analysis, and digital forensics. Along the way, you’ll gain practical experience that not only makes you job-ready but also helps you confidently prepare for industry-recognized certifications such as CompTIA Security+ and CySA+.

Course Topics:

Networking Fundamentals:

• Understanding IP Addressing
• Overview of the TCP/IP Model
• Role of Firewalls, Routers, and Switches
• Reading and Designing Network Architecture Diagrams

Cybersecurity Essentials:

• The CIA Triad (Confidentiality, Integrity, Availability)
• Introduction to Malware
• Network Security Concepts and Common Attack Types
• Mitigation Techniques for Common Threats
• Overview of Industry Frameworks (SOC, ISO, HIPAA, NIST, CIS)
• Vulnerability Management, CVEs, and Zero-Day Threats
• Introduction to Intrusion Detection & Incident Response
• Building Incident Response Playbooks and Runbooks
• Understanding Threat Intelligence

Daily SOC Analyst Tasks (Hands-on Focus):

• Phishing Email Analysis
• Basic Malware Analysis
• Network Log Analysis
• Triaging SIEM Alerts

Lab Environment Setup:

• Building Home Labs with Virtual Machines
• Setting Up a Safe Malware Analysis Lab
• Creating an Attack Box and Simulating Attacks
• Deploying and Configuring IDS/IPS Systems

Advanced Topics:

• Analyzing Security Events
• Effective Alert Triaging
• Identifying False Positives/True Positives
• Detecting and Responding to Zero-Day Vulnerabilities
• Static Malware Analysis Techniques

Career Development & Interview Preparation:

• Mock Interview Practice Sessions
• One-on-One Interview Coaching
• 100+ Real-World Interview Questions Covered
• Resume Review and Career Path Guidance

Class Format:
Live virtual sessions hosted via Microsoft Teams or Zoom.

Certification:
Participants will receive a Course Completion Certificate upon successful completion.