Security Event Triage: Operationalizing Security Analysis from Pluralsight

In this course you begin the security event triage path, entering the world of modern security operations and learning the technologies and skills required by security analysts to be as advanced as the threats they face.

Keeping up with advanced cyber threats and sifting through the insurmountable number of alerts available to security analysts is not sustainable without leveling up your security analysis skills to keep pace with modern security operations. In this course, Security Event Triage: Operationalizing Security Analysis, you will gain foundational knowledge of modern cybersecurity continuous monitoring techniques and processes. First, you will learn how the security analyst fits into the overall cybersecurity posture of an organization. Next, you will discover the technologies and methodologies covered in the security event triage path. Finally, you will map the knowledge, skills, and abilities taught in each of the security event triage courses to the MITRE ATT&CK techniques that comprise the chain of compromise used by the simulated threat actors. When you’re finished with this course, you will have the skills and knowledge of security analysis needed to identify and interrogate all manner of cyber threats.

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Syllabus

Course Overview

Becoming the Cavalry

Modernizing Security Operation

Learning Security Event Triage

Good to know

Know what's good

, what to watch for

, and possible dealbreakers

Covers modern cybersecurity continuous monitoring techniques and processes

Focused on security analyst training and continuous monitoring techniques

Keeps security analysts at pace with modern security operations

Provides a strong foundation for beginners in security analysis

Does not assume extensive background knowledge

Taught by an expert in security with years of experience

Activities

Be better prepared before your course. Deepen your understanding during and after it. Supplement your coursework and achieve mastery of the topics covered in Security Event Triage: Operationalizing Security Analysis with these activities:

Seek mentorship from experienced security professionals

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Find experienced security professionals who can provide guidance and support as you develop your skills and knowledge.

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Attend industry events and conferences to connect with potential mentors.
Reach out to security professionals on LinkedIn and other professional networking platforms.
Request informational interviews to learn more about different career paths and gain insights from experienced professionals.
Consider joining professional organizations and participating in their mentoring programs.

Learn about security orchestration and automation (SOAR) tools

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Explore security orchestration and automation (SOAR) tools to enhance your security event triage capabilities.

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Research different SOAR solutions and their features.
Watch product demos and webinars on SOAR tools.
Read case studies on how organizations have implemented SOAR tools.
Consider attending a SOAR training course or workshop.

Analyze security event logs

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Practice analyzing security event logs to identify potential threats and incidents.

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Download a sample dataset of security event logs.
Use a log analysis tool to parse and analyze the logs.
Identify potential threats and incidents based on the analysis.
Document your findings and recommendations.

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Attend a cybersecurity incident response workshop

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Attend a cybersecurity incident response workshop to gain hands-on experience in responding to security events.

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Research and identify relevant workshops.
Register for the workshop and make travel arrangements.
Attend the workshop and actively participate in the exercises.
Follow up with the workshop organizers and participants to continue learning.

Develop a security event triage plan

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Create a security event triage plan to outline the steps for prioritizing and responding to security events.

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Define the scope and objectives of the triage plan.
Identify the roles and responsibilities of the triage team.
Establish criteria for prioritizing security events.
Develop procedures for responding to different types of security events.
Document the triage plan and distribute it to the team.

Share your knowledge with junior security analysts

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Share your knowledge and experience with junior security analysts to reinforce your own understanding and contribute to the development of others.

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Identify opportunities to mentor junior security analysts, such as through workplace programs or volunteering.
Develop a mentoring plan that outlines your goals and objectives.
Meet with your mentees regularly to provide guidance and support.
Track your progress and make adjustments to your mentoring plan as needed.

Contribute to open-source security projects

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Get involved in open-source security projects to contribute to the community and enhance your own skills and knowledge.

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Identify open-source security projects that align with your interests and skills.
Review the project documentation and contribute code or documentation.
Engage with the project community through forums and chat channels.
Attend project meetups and conferences to connect with other contributors.
Share your experiences and learnings from contributing to open-source projects.

Career center

Learners who complete Security Event Triage: Operationalizing Security Analysis will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:

Security Analyst

Security analysts are responsible protecting an organization's networks and data from cyber threats. They monitor security systems, investigate security incidents, and respond to threats. To be successful in this role, you will need a strong understanding of security concepts, as well as the ability to quickly identify and respond to threats. This course would be a great foundation for anyone looking to enter this field, as it provides a comprehensive overview of modern security operations and analysis techniques.

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Cybersecurity Analyst

Cybersecurity analysts are responsible for protecting an organization's computer systems and networks from cyberattacks. They work with security technologies to detect and respond to threats, and they also develop and implement security policies and procedures. This course is a great fit for those looking to enter the field of cybersecurity, as it provides foundational knowledge of modern security operations and analysis techniques.

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Information Security Analyst

Information security analysts are responsible for protecting an organization's information from unauthorized access, use, disclosure, disruption, modification, or destruction. They work with security technologies to detect and respond to threats, and they also develop and implement security policies and procedures. This course would be a helpful foundation for those looking to enter the field of information security, as it provides foundational knowledge of modern security operations and analysis techniques.

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Network Security Engineer

Network security engineers are responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining an organization's network security infrastructure. They work to protect networks from cyberattacks and ensure that data is transmitted securely. This course would be a helpful foundation for aspiring network security engineers, as it provides foundational knowledge of modern security operations and analysis techniques.

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Security Engineer

Security engineers are responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining an organization's security infrastructure. They also work with security teams to develop and implement security policies and procedures. This course would be a valuable foundation for anyone looking to enter the field of security engineering, as it provides foundational knowledge of modern security operations and analysis techniques.

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Incident Responder

Incident responders are responsible for investigating and responding to security incidents. They work with security teams to identify the cause of an incident, contain the damage, and restore systems to normal operation. This course would be a valuable foundation for those looking to enter the field of incident response, as it provides foundational knowledge of modern security operations and analysis techniques.

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Security Consultant

Security consultants help organizations to identify and mitigate security risks. They assess security systems, develop security policies, and provide training on security best practices. This course would be a helpful foundation for those looking to enter the field of security consulting, as it provides foundational knowledge of modern security operations and analysis techniques.

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Malware Analyst

Malware analysts are responsible for analyzing malicious software and developing defenses against it. They work with security teams to identify and mitigate threats to the organization. This course would be a helpful foundation for those looking to enter the field of malware analysis, as it provides an overview of modern security operations techniques.

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Threat Intelligence Analyst

Threat intelligence analysts are responsible for collecting, analyzing, and disseminating information about cyber threats. They work with security teams to identify and mitigate threats to the organization. This course would be a helpful foundation for those looking to enter the field of threat intelligence, as it provides an overview of modern security operations techniques.

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Ethical Hacker

Ethical hackers are responsible for testing an organization's security systems to identify vulnerabilities. They work with security teams to develop and implement security measures to mitigate risks. This course would be a helpful foundation for those looking to enter the field of ethical hacking, as it provides foundational knowledge of modern security operations and analysis techniques.

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Vulnerability Analyst

Vulnerability analysts are responsible for identifying and assessing vulnerabilities in software and systems. They work with security teams to prioritize and remediate vulnerabilities. This course would be a helpful foundation for those looking to enter the field of vulnerability analysis, as it provides an overview of modern security operations and analysis techniques.

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Risk Analyst

Risk analysts are responsible for identifying and assessing risks to an organization. They work with security teams to develop and implement strategies to mitigate risks. This course would be a helpful foundation for those looking to enter the field of risk analysis, as it provides an overview of modern security operations and analysis techniques.

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Security Auditor

Security auditors are responsible for assessing the security of an organization's systems and networks. They work with security teams to identify and mitigate risks. This course would be a helpful foundation for those looking to enter the field of security auditing, as it provides an overview of modern security operations and analysis techniques.

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Security Architect

Security architects are responsible for designing and implementing an organization's security architecture. They work with security teams to develop and implement strategies to mitigate risks. This course may be useful for those looking to enter the field of security architecture, as it provides an overview of modern security operations and analysis techniques.

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IT Security Manager

IT Security Managers are responsible for managing an organization's information technology security program. They work with security teams to develop and implement security policies and procedures, and they also oversee the implementation of security technologies. This course may be helpful for those looking to enter the field of IT security management, as it provides an overview of modern security operations and analysis techniques.

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