My Cybersecurity Career: The Journey to SOC Tier 1 Begins

A personal roadmap and introduction to a series on becoming a SOC Tier 1 Analyst. This article outlines the ‘why’ behind the career choice and the methodology for future technical posts.

February 5, 2026 · 3 min · 458 words · Murat Kurkoglu
Male and female SOC analysts working under pressure in a cybersecurity operations center.

My First 30 Days as a SOC Analyst: Lessons Learned

My first 30 days as a SOC Analyst: the real challenges, lessons learned, and tips I wish I knew starting out in cybersecurity.

October 25, 2025 · 3 min · Murat Kurkoglu