What is a Security Operations Center (SOC)?
Security Operations Center (SOC) — a facility that monitors information systems 24/7 and responds promptly to threats.
24/7
Monitoring
Real-time
Analysis
Rapid
Response
Continuous
Protection
How the SOC Operates
The SOC brings together data, smart analysis, and automation to collect, prioritize, and respond to threats 24/7.
Data Collection
Collects data from security and business systems
Behavior and AI Analysis
Finds unusual behavior using patterns and AI
Threat Response
Automated runbooks and experts isolate and fix issues
Real-time Protection
Continuous monitoring and prevention
SOC Platform
A single platform that combines analytics, automation, and threat intel. It speeds up investigations, coordinates response, and lowers risk.
Reduce risk: limit incident impact and keep your data safe
Save time: automate routine tasks and respond faster
Work smarter: cut noise and focus on what matters
SOC Platform
A single platform that combines analytics, automation, and threat intel. It speeds up investigations, coordinates response, and lowers risk.
Security and Business Data
We combine data from security tools and business systems to give full context for detection and response.
Security Sources
Business Sources
SOC Teams and Roles
Specialist teams run the platform, investigate alerts, handle incidents, and keep improving detection.
Monitoring and Incident Response
Structure
- Monitoring Manager
- Shift Leads
- L1, L2, L3 Analysts
- Incident Response Manager
- CIRT Service
Key Functions
- 24/7 monitoring and initial review
- Incident validation and investigation
- Escalation across analyst levels
- Coordinate containment and fixes
- Notify stakeholders and report
- Post-incident review
Analytics and Threat Intelligence
Structure
- Analytics & TI Admin
- Analytics Engineers
- Threat Hunting Analysts
- Threat Intelligence Analysts
Key Functions
- Real-time TI collection and analysis
- Security data management (collection/normalization/storage)
- Automated threat hunting scenarios
- Malware analysis and reverse engineering
- IOC development
- TI reporting and distribution
Digital Forensics and Investigations
Structure
- Digital Forensics Analysts
- eDiscovery Analysts
Key Functions
- Digital evidence collection and analysis
- Specialized forensics lab support
- ESI management
- Chain of custody maintenance
- Expert testimony support
Security Platform Management
Structure
- Security Controls Manager
- Security Analysts
- Application Security Analyst
- Subject Matter Experts
Key Functions
- Security platform engineering support
- Cross-platform integration development
- Process automation and optimization
- Content management (scripts/algorithms/docs)
- Data source and feed configuration
Vulnerability and Compliance Management
Structure
- Vulnerability & Compliance Manager
- VM Analysts
- Application VM Analyst
- Compliance Analysts
Key Functions
- Regular vulnerability assessments and scans
- Vulnerability intelligence and analysis
- Remediation coordination
- Compliance monitoring against policies and regulations
- Critical violation reporting and recommendations
Core Processes
Ongoing operations with tools, focused on fixing root causes and clear results.
Incident Management
- Continuous investigation with tools
- Automated runbooks for response
- Fix root causes, not just close tickets
- Keep assessing threats and risks
Event Monitoring
- 24/7 coverage
- Automation reduces basic workload
- Threat intel and IOCs integrated
- ML helps link and prioritize events
Maintenance
- Continuous infrastructure upkeep
- Onboard new data sources
- Create and tune rules as needed
- Best-practice integrations
Security Control Assessment Framework
Covers assets, software, vulnerabilities, configuration, and logs.
Inventory and Control of Assets
- Asset inventory and scanning
- Automated discovery and tracking
Software Assets
- Application inventory
- Application allowlisting and control
Vulnerability Management
- Continuous discovery and scanning
- Patch management and remediation
Secure Configuration
- Find misconfigurations
- Enforce secure settings automatically
Audit Log Management
- Log critical systems
- Send to SIEM for analysis
Integration Points
Integrates with internal data and external intel to improve detection and response.
Internal Telemetry Sources
- Firewalls and management
- Routers, switches, Wi‑Fi
- VPN gateways and IDS/IPS
- Network access control and forensics
- Endpoint protection and antivirus
- DLP, IAM/IDM/PAM
- Vulnerability and compliance
- Cloud and DB security
External Intelligence Sources
- Commercial TI vendors
- Community threat feeds
- Government and industry sharing
- Malware analysis services