SOC Training: The SOC Training programme by SkilBrill is a comprehensive 12-week (72-hour) hands-on program covering SIEM (Splunk / QRadar / Sentinel. Available in classroom (Chennai Thoraipakkam), live online, and hybrid modes across India.
Security skills are among the most hired specialties in enterprise IT.
SOC Training is a 12-week (72-hour) SkilBrill programme covering SIEM (Splunk / QRadar / Sentinel. Delivery is classroom, live online and hybrid. The 12 modules below are the full syllabus — about 6 hours each, with labs. Completing them prepares you for CompTIA CySA+ and placement support.
SOC Mission, Functions, and Operating Models, SOC Tiers and Roles: L1, L2, L3 Analysts, Security Frameworks…
Network Protocols and Traffic Analysis, Packet Capture and Analysis with Wireshark, Endpoint Detection and…
SIEM Architecture and Data Ingestion, Log Sources, Parsers, and Normalization, Correlation Rules and Alert…
Alert Triage Methodology, False Positive Reduction Techniques, IOC and IOA Analysis
Incident Response Lifecycle: Preparation, Detection, Containment, Incident Categorization and Prioritizatio…
Malware Types and Behaviors, Static Analysis Techniques and Tools, Dynamic Analysis in Sandbox Environments
Threat Intelligence Types: Strategic, Tactical, Operational, TI Platforms and Feeds, Threat Hunting Hypothe…
Cloud Security Challenges and Shared Responsibility, AWS, Azure, and GCP Logging and Monitoring, Cloud SIEM…
Email Threats: Phishing, Spear Phishing, BEC, Email Headers and Trace Analysis, Email Security Gateway Inve…
Forensic Principles and Legal Considerations, Disk Imaging and File System Analysis, Memory Forensics and A…
SOAR Platforms and Playbooks, Automation Use Cases in SOC, API Integrations for Enrichment
SOC Alert Triage Simulation, Incident Response Tabletop Exercise, Threat Hunting Campaign Project
SOC Training at SkilBrill is a live programme with labs, a completion certificate and placement support. The questions below cover eligibility, duration, tools, projects and how to enrol.
A Security Operations Center (SOC) is a centralized team and facility that monitors, detects, investigates and responds to cybersecurity threats 24/7. SOC analysts use SIEM tools, threat intelligence and incident response playbooks to protect organisations from cyberattacks. A well-run SOC reduces breach detection time from months to minutes.
Cybersecurity is the broad domain of protecting digital assets. SOC is a specific function within cybersecurity focused on real-time monitoring and incident response. SOC analysts are one of many cybersecurity roles alongside penetration testers, GRC analysts and cloud security engineers. This programme covers SOC-specific skills.
SOC Analyst L1, SOC Analyst L2, Threat Hunter, Incident Responder, Security Operations Engineer, SIEM Administrator and SOC Team Lead. Entry-level SOC Analysts earn 4 to 8 LPA and SOC Leads earn 12 to 25 LPA in India. 24x7 SOC operations in India have high demand for skilled analysts.
Splunk SIEM, Microsoft Sentinel, IBM QRadar, Wireshark, Suricata IDS, OSSEC HIDS, VirusTotal, MISP threat intelligence, Nmap, tcpdump and ELK Stack. The programme covers log analysis, correlation rules, alert triage and incident escalation using real SOC environments.
Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) is the core tool of SOC operations. It aggregates logs from across the infrastructure, applies correlation rules to detect threats and generates alerts for analyst investigation. Proficiency in at least one SIEM platform (Splunk, Sentinel, QRadar) is essential for SOC roles.
CompTIA Security+, CompTIA CySA+, BTL1 (Blue Team Level 1), Splunk Certified Cybersecurity Defense Analyst, Microsoft SC-200 Security Operations Analyst and GIAC Security Operations Certified (GSOC). This programme covers exam objectives for Security+ and CySA+.
SOC L1 analysts perform initial alert triage, escalate confirmed threats and follow runbooks. SOC L2 analysts conduct deeper investigation, threat hunting, malware analysis and incident response. L1 requires foundational skills; L2 requires 2-3 years of experience. This programme prepares you for both levels with progressive skill-building.
SOC Analysts L1 earn 3 to 6 LPA, L2 analysts earn 6 to 12 LPA, Threat Hunters earn 10 to 20 LPA and SOC Managers earn 18 to 35 LPA. Major employers include TCS, Infosys, Wipro, HCL, Accenture and specialised MSSPs like Paladion and Secureworks.
SOC analysts monitor dashboards for alerts, investigate suspicious activity, analyse logs and network traffic, document incidents, escalate confirmed threats, tune detection rules and participate in threat hunting. The role requires analytical thinking, attention to detail and the ability to work under pressure during security incidents.
SkilBrill Training Institute in Thoraipakkam, Chennai delivers SOC Training with working-professional trainers, production-style labs and placement support. The programme is 12 weeks (72 classroom hours) with weekday, weekend and evening batches in classroom, live online and hybrid modes.
Yes. Eligible SkilBrill learners receive resume building, LinkedIn optimisation, SOC Training mock interviews, project explanation practice and placement assistance with 200+ hiring partners. Call +91 8610964691 for the current process.
Yes. SkilBrill offers SOC Training in classroom (Thoraipakkam, Chennai), live online and hybrid modes across India. The curriculum, labs and placement support are the same in every mode.
Use the Enroll form on this page, call +91 8610964691, or WhatsApp 918610964691. Share your name, email and preferred mode (online, classroom or one-to-one) and a counsellor will confirm the next SOC Training batch. Fees currently range ₹40,000 – ₹80,000.
SkilBrill is at No. 22, 200 Feet Radial Road, Thoraipakkam, Chennai 600097, on the OMR IT corridor, about five minutes from Thoraipakkam Metro. Classroom batches for SOC Training run here; online learners join the same faculty remotely.
This specialist track is part of SkilBrill's IAM Training master programme. To round out your defensive-security profile, pair it with our Qualys and VMDR courses.
SOC Training
These certifications are mapped to the syllabus. You will be exam-ready by the end of the programme.
These are real interview questions asked by hiring teams at TCS, Cognizant, HCL, and Accenture for Soc Training roles. Practice them with a peer or mentor.
Step 1: Check the alert severity and source (EDR, network, identity). Step 2: Enrich the alert with context: who is the user, what is the device, what is the baseline behaviour. Step 3: Search for related alerts in the last 24-72 hours. Step 4: Determine if the alert is true positive, false positive, or benign positive. Step 5: If true positive, escalate to incident response and contain. Document your reasoning for every decision.
Follow-up: How do you handle an alert that looks like a false positive but might be a slow attack?
MITRE ATT&CK is a knowledge base of adversary tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs). Tactics are the goals: initial access, execution, persistence, lateral movement, exfiltration. Techniques are the methods: phishing, PowerShell, credential dumping. Use ATT&CK to map detections, compare coverage, and communicate with leadership. A detection mapped to T1059.001 (PowerShell) is more actionable than a generic alert.
Follow-up: How would you prioritise which ATT&CK techniques to build detections for first?
Preparation: Build the team, tools, and runbooks before an incident occurs. Detection and Analysis: Identify the incident, determine scope, preserve evidence. Containment, Eradication, and Recovery: Stop the spread, remove the threat, restore systems. Post-Incident Activity: Document lessons learned, update runbooks, improve controls. The cycle is continuous: every incident improves preparation for the next.
Follow-up: What information do you include in an incident report for executive leadership?
Get the full command line from EDR or Windows Event Log. Check if it is obfuscated (base64, XOR, string concatenation). If base64, decode it. Look for suspicious patterns: downloading from the internet, invoking WMI, calling Win32 APIs. Check the parent process: was PowerShell spawned by Word, Excel, or a script? Search for the same command across other endpoints. Determine if it is a legitimate admin script or malicious.
Follow-up: How do you distinguish between a penetration test and a real attack?
SIEM (Security Information and Event Management) collects logs, correlates events, and generates alerts. It helps you see what is happening. SOAR (Security Orchestration, Automation, and Response) automates response actions: enrich alerts, block IPs, quarantine devices, open tickets. It helps you act faster. Many SOCs start with SIEM, then add SOAR to handle the volume of low-level alerts without human intervention.
Follow-up: What are the risks of automating containment actions?
Join SkilBrill's SOC Training — a comprehensive programme covering the tools, concepts and real-world projects that employers look for. The master course is delivered through live online sessions with weekday, weekend and evening batch options.
A Security Operations Centre is the frontline of cyber defence. This programme covers SIEM, threat detection, incident response, malware analysis, and threat hunting.
SOC analysts are in continuous demand. This programme prepares you for L1/L2 analyst roles and security operations careers.
72 hrs across 12 modules (84 topics)
SIEM (Splunk / QRadar / Sentinel
The course runs for 12 weeks with 3 sessions per week (2 hours per session), totalling 72 classroom hours. Classroom, online, and hybrid modes are available where supported. You will receive a SkilBrill completion certificate and work on real-world projects, with dedicated interview preparation support at the end of the programme.
SkilBrill Training Institute focuses on making you employable. Trainers are working professionals, labs mirror real production environments, and the placement cell connects eligible candidates with hiring companies. Enquire today for the next batch start date and fee details.
SkilBrill provides practical career support to help you move from training into relevant roles. Services include:
A Security Operations Center (SOC) is a centralized team and facility that monitors, detects, investigates and responds to cybersecurity threats 24/7. SOC analysts use SIEM tools, threat intelligence and incident response playbooks to protect organisations from cyberattacks. A well-run SOC reduces breach detection time from months to minutes.
Cybersecurity is the broad domain of protecting digital assets. SOC is a specific function within cybersecurity focused on real-time monitoring and incident response. SOC analysts are one of many cybersecurity roles alongside penetration testers, GRC analysts and cloud security engineers. This programme covers SOC-specific skills.
SOC Analyst L1, SOC Analyst L2, Threat Hunter, Incident Responder, Security Operations Engineer, SIEM Administrator and SOC Team Lead. Entry-level SOC Analysts earn 4 to 8 LPA and SOC Leads earn 12 to 25 LPA in India. 24×7 SOC operations in India have high demand for skilled analysts.
Splunk SIEM, Microsoft Sentinel, IBM QRadar, Wireshark, Suricata IDS, OSSEC HIDS, VirusTotal, MISP threat intelligence, Nmap, tcpdump and ELK Stack. The programme covers log analysis, correlation rules, alert triage and incident escalation using real SOC environments.
Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) is the core tool of SOC operations. It aggregates logs from across the infrastructure, applies correlation rules to detect threats and generates alerts for analyst investigation. Proficiency in at least one SIEM platform (Splunk, Sentinel, QRadar) is essential for SOC roles.
CompTIA Security+, CompTIA CySA+, BTL1 (Blue Team Level 1), Splunk Certified Cybersecurity Defense Analyst, Microsoft SC-200 Security Operations Analyst and GIAC Security Operations Certified (GSOC). This programme covers exam objectives for Security+ and CySA+.
SOC L1 analysts perform initial alert triage, escalate confirmed threats and follow runbooks. SOC L2 analysts conduct deeper investigation, threat hunting, malware analysis and incident response. L1 requires foundational skills; L2 requires 2-3 years of experience. This programme prepares you for both levels with progressive skill-building.
SOC Analysts L1 earn 3 to 6 LPA, L2 analysts earn 6 to 12 LPA, Threat Hunters earn 10 to 20 LPA and SOC Managers earn 18 to 35 LPA. Major employers include TCS, Infosys, Wipro, HCL, Accenture and specialised MSSPs like Paladion and Secureworks.
SOC analysts monitor dashboards for alerts, investigate suspicious activity, analyse logs and network traffic, document incidents, escalate confirmed threats, tune detection rules and participate in threat hunting. The role requires analytical thinking, attention to detail and the ability to work under pressure during security incidents.
SOC analysts work closely with IAM teams on access-related incidents, identity threat detection and privileged account monitoring. Understanding IAM, SailPoint and Okta enhances SOC career prospects. See our IAM Training, SailPoint Training and Okta Training for complementary identity security skills.