Cybersecurity
Cybersecurity Analyst
Self-paced with community support. SOC fundamentals, triage, detection basics, and IR workflows.
About this learning path
A self-paced path into the SOC. Build the fundamentals you need to triage alerts, investigate incidents, and grow into detection and response roles.
Career outcomes
- SOC Analyst (Tier 1/2)
- Security Operations Analyst
Prerequisites
- Basic IT literacy
- Curiosity — no prior security experience required
Learning path modules
- 1
Understand SOC operations and alert triage
Guided + challenge labs Knowledge check
- 2
Investigate common attacks with logs and EDR data
Guided + challenge labs Knowledge check
- 3
Write and tune basic detections
Guided + challenge labs Knowledge check
- 4
Execute standard incident-response workflows
Guided + challenge labs Knowledge check
Capstone project
Design, implement, document, and defend a full environment you can show employers.
Labs & projects
Stage 1
Guided
Step-by-step build instructions.
Stage 2
Assisted
Fewer steps, more decisions.
Stage 3
Challenge
Objectives only — you solve it.
Stage 4
Capstone
Full environment, documented.
What you walk away with
- SOC-ready portfolio of triage and detection labs
- Foundational IR playbook experience
- Preparedness for entry-level analyst roles
Start learning today
Self-paced access with community support. Move at your own speed.
Learn at your pace
Access content on your own schedule.
Hands-on practice
Build real environments, not click-throughs.
Portfolio evidence
Documented projects you can show employers.
Support community
Get help from peers and mentors.