Chapter 2: SOC Analyst
In this chapter, you will learn what a security operations center (SOC) analyst is and the average salary range for this career in the United States. You will also learn about the career progression options and learn common interview questions for the role.
The following topics will be covered in this chapter:
- What is a SOC analyst?
- How much can you make in this career?
- What other careers can you do?
- Common interview questions for a SOC analyst career
What is a SOC analyst?
SOC analysts work as members of a managed security services team. There are typically three tiers of SOC analysts, and job-specific duties may vary based on the organization you work for:
- SOC level 1 (tier 1) analysts typically monitor security
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