Tier-1 SOC Analyst Cheat Sheet: What to Check in the First 15 Minutes

A practical Tier-1 SOC cheat sheet for the first 15 minutes of triage, with the exact checks, event IDs, ports, and escalation cues that matter most.

April 30, 2026 · 7 min · 1417 words · Murat Kurkoglu

SOC Structure and Tier-1 Role: Your 15-Minute Overview

Quick guide to SOC hierarchy, Tier-1 duties, responsibilities, and tools every analyst needs to know on day one.

April 29, 2026 · 7 min · 1446 words · Murat Kurkoglu

How to Become a SOC Tier 1 Analyst: Series Kickoff and Roadmap

A practical SOC Tier 1 Analyst kickoff guide covering the exact skills, weekly workflow, and portfolio approach to become interview-ready faster.

April 28, 2026 · 3 min · 568 words · Murat Kurkoglu