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Professional Skills Program

Cybersecurity Operations
& Threat Monitoring

Detect, Triage, and Report Cyber Threats Like a SOC Analyst
Course Code: ICT-SOC-101 AI-Integrated Curriculum

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Course Overview

Become a Job-Ready Security Operations Analyst

This program trains learners to monitor networks and systems for security events, analyze logs and alerts using industry SIEM tools, and triage, escalate, and report incidents the way a real Security Operations Center (SOC) does. The course culminates in a simulated live-alert SOC exercise. No prior cybersecurity experience required.
6 Modules 36 Training Hours Beginner Level Certificate of Completion

Prerequisites

Basic computer literacy and comfort navigating Windows. No networking or security background needed — fundamentals are covered from session one.

Methodology

Hands-on labs with real SIEM tools, log analysis exercises, guided alert investigations, and a capstone SOC simulation with live alerts.

Schedule

Weekend Class: Saturdays, 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Duration: 6 Sessions (6 Weekends)

* Weekend class only — designed for working professionals and students.

Training Investment

Training Fee: ₱ 14,090

* Inclusive of training materials and certificate. Installment available: 50% down, balance at mid-course.

Curriculum Breakdown

Session 1

Cybersecurity Foundations & Threat Landscape

Think like a defender from day one.

  • CIA Triad & Security Terminology
  • Threat Actors, Attack Vectors & Malware
  • Cyber Kill Chain & MITRE ATT&CK
  • PH Cybercrime Law (RA 10175) & Data Privacy Act
Session 2

Network & System Fundamentals for Defenders

Know the terrain you are protecting.

  • TCP/IP, Ports & Protocols
  • Windows & Linux Essentials for Security
  • Firewalls, IDS/IPS & Endpoint Protection
  • Traffic Inspection with Wireshark
Session 3

Security Operations & SIEM

Step inside the Security Operations Center.

  • SOC Roles, Tiers & Analyst Workflow
  • SIEM Concepts & Log Sources
  • Hands-On SIEM Lab (Wazuh / Splunk Free)
  • Detection Use Cases & Dashboards
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Detection, Response & Capstone

Session 4

Threat Detection & Log Analysis

Find the attacker hiding in the logs.

Windows Events, Syslog & Web Logs
Indicators of Compromise (IOCs)
Phishing & Malware Alert Investigation
Threat Intel Feeds & AI-Assisted Triage
Session 5

Incident Triage, Escalation & Reporting

Turn alerts into clear, actionable reports.

Alert Prioritization & Severity Levels
Incident Response Lifecycle (NIST)
Escalation Procedures & Ticketing
Shift Handover & Incident Reports
Session 6

Capstone: Simulated SOC & Assessment

One full day on the virtual SOC floor.

  • SOC Simulation: Monitor live alerts end-to-end — detect, triage, escalate, and report in real time.
  • Skills Assessment: Practical evaluation of monitoring, triage, escalation, and reporting skills.
  • Career Pathing: SOC Analyst Tier 1 roles, certifications roadmap, and resume guidance.

Certificate of Completion

Course Code: ICT-SOC-101

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