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Cybersecurity Analyst

What is a Security Operations Center (SOC) Analyst? Similar to cybersecurity analysts, SOC analysts are the first responders to cyber incidents. They report cyber threats and then implement changes to protect an organization. Job duties include: 1 - Providing threat and vulnerability analysis 2 - Investigating, documenting and reporting on information security issues and emerging trends 3 - Analyzing and responding to previously undisclosed software and hardware vulnerabilities 4 - Preparing organizational disaster recovery plans Whereas a cybersecurity analyst may be the only cybersecurity professional at an organization, SOC analysts are generally part of a large security operations team. The SOC analyst role is the last line of defense against cybercriminals. Without them, hackers and other cyber criminals may never be found. SOC analysts work alongside with cybersecurity engineers and security managers and most likely report to a chief information security officer (CISO). How to Become a Security Operations Center (SOC) Analyst?? Most companies hiring a SOC analyst are looking for someone with a bachelor’s degree in computer science, cybersecurity or a related field. Many SOC analysts previously worked as network or systems administrators. A certification like CompTIA Cybersecurity Analyst (CySA+) can help you gain the skills you need to become a SOC analyst. #cybersecurity #socanalyst #cyberdefense #cyberawareness

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