Certified Security Operations Technician (CSOT)
Start your cybersecurity career with our comprehensive foundation program. Learn essential security principles, network protection, and threat management through hands-on training at secure intelligence.
Course Overview
Certified Security Operations Technician (CSOT) serves as the optimal entry point for individuals beginning their cybersecurity careers, providing comprehensive foundation knowledge in security principles, network protection, and threat management. This program develops essential skills in access control, security implementations, and basic incident response through practical, hands-on training approaches.
Students learn fundamental concepts including risk assessment, security controls, vulnerability management, and compliance requirements while gaining experience with industry-standard tools and techniques. The curriculum emphasizes real-world application through laboratory exercises that simulate common cybersecurity scenarios, enabling students to build practical experience and professional confidence.
Upon completion, graduates possess the knowledge and skills necessary for entry-level positions including SOC analyst, network administrator, IT support specialist, and junior security engineer roles, while establishing a strong foundation for advanced certification pathways. Join our training for hands-on experience with state-of-the-art lab facilities and personalized mentorship.
What You Will Learn
Foundation Security Principles
Core cybersecurity concepts, CIA triad, risk assessment fundamentals, and security best practices.
SIEM Tools & Log Analysis
SIEM platform operation, log collection, parsing, correlation, and creating custom alerts and dashboards.
Entry-Level Access Management
Basic identification, authentication, and authorization principles for system protection.
Simplified Incident Response
Fundamental incident handling and monitoring techniques for entry-level professionals.
Security Controls Implementation
Administrative, physical, and technical controls appropriate for entry-level technicians.
Basic Vulnerability Assessment
Introduction to vulnerability scanning and threat identification using industry-standard tools.
Security Automation
SOAR concepts, playbook development, automated response actions, and workflow optimization.
Practical Lab Experience
Hands-on exercises simulating real-world scenarios appropriate for entry-level professionals.
Course Curriculum
Cybersecurity Fundamentals
Essential security principles with comprehensive coverage, eliminating advanced overlaps.
Information Security Threats
Understanding modern cyber threat landscape and common vulnerabilities affecting organizations.
Network Security Foundations
Essential network defense concepts, secure design principles, with corrected IP addressing fundamentals.
Access Control Basics
Entry-level identity management, authentication methods, and authorization protocols for system protection.
Security Controls & Implementation
Administrative, physical, and technical safeguards for information system protection and risk mitigation.
Vulnerability Assessment Introduction
Basic scanning techniques, threat hunting concepts, and security assessment methodologies for beginners.
Application & Cloud Security Basics
Fundamental secure coding practices, cloud security principles, and virtualized environment protection.
Entry-Level Incident Response
Basic incident detection, initial response procedures, and escalation protocols without complex forensic requirements.
Risk Management Fundamentals
Basic business continuity planning, disaster recovery concepts, and organizational risk assessment.
Compliance & Governance Basics
Introduction to regulatory requirements, security policies, and framework implementation for entry-level roles.
Career Opportunities
Security Operations Center (SOC) Analyst
Entry-level SOC positions monitoring networks and systems with fundamental threat identification skills.
Network Administrator
Manage and secure network infrastructures with streamlined security knowledge and protocol understanding.
IT Helpdesk/Support Technician
Provide frontline technical support emphasizing security awareness and basic incident response.
Junior Security Engineer
Monitor security alerts, perform initial triage, and escalate incidents to senior analysts
Cybersecurity Technician
Apply foundational skills in threat detection, vulnerability management, and basic system defense coordination.
Compliance Assistant
Support organizational compliance efforts with fundamental understanding of security frameworks and policies.
Security Awareness Coordinator
Help develop and implement security training programs with solid foundational knowledge.
Prerequisites
This entry-level course requires:
- ✓ Completion of CSAF + NSSF or equivalent technical foundation
- ✓ Understanding of networking, operating systems, and security concepts
- ✓ Strong interest in cybersecurity field
- ✓ Willingness to learn and practice hands-on
- ✓ Commitment to building a cybersecurity career
After Completion
Real-World SOC Readiness
Be immediately job-ready for Tier 1 and Tier 2 SOC analyst positions with practical experience in real security operations workflows and tools.
Multiple Career Paths
Access diverse entry-level opportunities including SOC analyst, network administrator, IT support specialist, and junior security engineer roles.
Industry Tools Mastery
Gain hands-on proficiency with leading SIEM platforms, threat intelligence tools, and security operations technologies used by top SOCs globally.
Expert Mentorship
Receive ongoing support from experienced SOC professionals and join our cybersecurity community for continuous learning and career advancement.
Start Your Cybersecurity Career
Enroll in CSOT and train for in-demand SOC analyst roles. Master real-world security operations tools and procedures used by leading organizations.