Establishing Security Operations Center: Cyber incident detection analysis and threat hunting for robust security operations (English Edition) (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9789365896060)

Cyber threats are everywhere and constantly evolving. Data breaches, ransomware, and phishing have become everyday news. This book offers concepts and practical insights for setting up and managing a security operations center. You will understand why SOCs are essential in the current cyber landscape, how to build one from scratch, and how it helps organizations stay protected 24/7.

This book systematically covers the entire lifecycle of a SOC, beginning with cybersecurity fundamentals, the threat landscape, and the profound implications of cyber incidents. It will guide you through why SOCs are critical in today's cyber landscape, how to build one from the ground up, tools, roles, and real-life examples from the industry. The handling of security incidents before they turn into threats can be effective through this book. The entire ecosystem of management of security operations is covered to effectively handle and mitigate them.

Upon completing this guide, you will possess a holistic understanding of SOC operations, equipped with the knowledge to strategically plan, implement, and continuously enhance your organization's cybersecurity posture, confidently navigating the complexities of modern digital defense. The book aims to empower the readers to take on the complexities of cybersecurity handling.

WHAT YOU WILL LEARN

● Understand SOC evolution, core domains like asset/compliance management, and modern frameworks.

● Implement log management, SIEM use cases, and incident response lifecycles.

● Leverage threat intelligence lifecycles and proactive threat hunting methodologies.

● Adapt SOCs to AI/ML, cloud, and other emerging technologies for future resilience.

● Integrate SOC operations with business continuity, compliance, and industry frameworks.

WHO THIS BOOK IS FOR

The book serves as a guide for those who are interested in managing the facets of SOC. The responders at level 1, analysts at level 2, and senior analysts at level 3 can gain insights to refresh their understanding and provide guidance for career professionals. This book aims to equip professionals, from analysts to executives, with the knowledge to build scalable, resilient SOCs that are ready to confront emerging challenges.