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Best Practices

Practical techniques for SOC analysts: triage habits, detection engineering, and the daily workflows that separate good analysts from great ones.

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Best Practices

How to Become a SOC Analyst (With or Without a Degree)

How to become a SOC analyst: a realistic roadmap from IT helpdesk to SOC, covering certs, hands-on practice, and what hiring managers actually screen for.

Astrid LindqvistApr 6, 202614 min read

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Best Practices

What Does a SOC Analyst Do? The Role, Explained by Tier

What does a SOC analyst do? A tier-by-tier breakdown of the role, a realistic daily shift, tools, skills, and common myths, for career switchers.

Astrid LindqvistMar 31, 202617 min read