SOC Analyst

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Building a Cyber Security Home Lab: Why Local Hardware Beats the Cloud

An analysis of the economic and technical benefits of building a local cyber security lab using KVM and consumer hardware versus relying on cloud providers.

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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.

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Your First Step in Cybersecurity: SOC and Certifications

Are you looking to start a career in cybersecurity? This guide covers the SOC Analyst role, a key entry point, and the most popular certifications to kickstart your journey.