* Collect: The first step involves collecting data from various sources. This data could be logs, alerts, or other relevant information.
* Ingest: The collected data is then ingested into the SOC's systems for processing. This typically involves parsing and normalizing the data to make it usable for analysis.
* Validate: Once ingested, the data must be validated to ensure its integrity and relevance. This step helps in filtering out false positives and focusing on genuine security events.
* Report: After validation, the relevant findings are compiled into reports. These reports may be used internally within the SOC or shared with other stakeholders.
* Respond: Based on the reports, the SOC team responds to the identified incidents. This response could involve mitigating threats, patching vulnerabilities, or other remediation actions.
* Document: Finally, all actions and findings are thoroughly documented. This documentation is crucial for audit trails, compliance, and improving future SOC operations.
References: The sequence provided is aligned with the SOC operations as described in EC-Council's Certified SOC Analyst (CSA) training and certification program, which covers the fundamentals of SOC operations, including the workflow of SOC analysts123.