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From curiosity to cybersecurity.
SOC Analyst
Linux | Networking | Security Operations
Sharing lessons, labs, and beginner-friendly insights.

[XXIII @Maskoff023]

Getting into cybersecurity can feel confusing at first, but you don’t have to figure it all out alone. If you’re searching for motivation, learning resources, and real guidance from someone actively growing in the field, then welcome to my page.

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Everything will work out... never give up. ❤️

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Sometimes, the people who deserve an explanation the most are the ones who never get one.

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The older you get, the more you realize peace is worth more than proving a point.

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@thenayvuiiiton Life hack

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@alltimertake @omolalomi @Mydeen4u @Ogechee_ Congratulations

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@Theoladeledada On top one goal. 🤣🤣🤣

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@arojinle1 Exactly.

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@unkonfined A million ?, it's not possible, bro...

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@k_a_s_i_n You're getting there! 💪🔥

[XXIII @Maskoff023]

Good morning, cyber community!

Beautiful morning here. ☕💻

Before the alerts start firing and the logs begin piling up, I'm curious...

What are you working on today?

🔹 Networking?
🔹 SIEM & Log Analysis?
🔹 Linux?
🔹 Threat Hunting?
🔹 SOC Labs?
🔹 Certifications?
🔹 Job Applications?

Drop it below 👇

Every expert was once a beginner staring at a screen, trying to make sense of it all. Keep learning, keep building, and keep showing up.

#CyberSecurity #SOCAnalyst

[XXIII @Maskoff023]

@GuyMr10 @ayomide_925 They are still going to hand them over to the police that will release them.

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Congratulations! 🎉 Completing Introduction to Cybersecurity is a great first step. Now that you've started Networking Basics, you're building one of the most important foundations in cybersecurity. Stay consistent, take your time with the concepts, and don't be afraid to revisit topics when needed. Keep learning and keep pushing forward

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@oyinlomoa Ok

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SOC Analyst beginners,

Do you need to know programming before getting a SOC role?

No.

Is it mandatory? Not really.

Can it make your job easier and help you grow faster? Absolutely.

Don't pressure yourself into learning every programming language.

Focus on these:

• Python – for automation and log analysis • PowerShell – for Windows investigations • Bash – for Linux environments • SQL – for searching and querying data

And honestly?

You don't need to become a software developer.

Learn how to read scripts, understand what they're doing, and make small modifications when needed.

Many entry-level SOC analysts land their first role with little to no coding experience.

Your networking, Linux, Windows, and security fundamentals will usually matter more at the beginning.

So if coding feels overwhelming right now, don't panic.

Learn the basics, focus on becoming a better analyst, and improve your scripting skills along the way.

Progress beats perfection.

#CyberSecurity #SOCAnalyst #Python #PowerShell #Linux #BlueTeam #InfoSec #CyberSecurityCareer

[XXIII @Maskoff023]

@yousifjoe16 That's exactly how it starts for many of us. Networking can be frustrating in the beginning, but once the concepts begin to click, it becomes one of the most interesting parts of cybersecurity. Keep going. You're making progress even on the days it doesn't feel like it

[XXIII @Maskoff023]

Cloud Security or SOC Analyst?

A lot of beginners ask which path they should choose.

Cloud Security

Secure cloud environments

Manage IAM and access controls

Protect cloud workloads

Work with AWS, Azure, or GCP

SOC Analyst

Monitor security alerts

Investigate suspicious activity

Respond to incidents

Analyze logs and threats

Different paths. Different responsibilities.

But there's one thing both roles have in common...

You ain't escaping networking. 😅

Whether you're securing cloud infrastructure or investigating security alerts, you'll need to understand IP addresses, DNS, TCP/IP, ports, routing, and how data moves across networks.

Master the fundamentals first.

The specialization can come later.

[يوسف/Yousef @yousifjoe16]

@Maskoff023 Im in the journey to master networking to get into cyber security field

At the begining i hate it Networking but over my study it is become easier and i enjoy studying it

[Pheelz🐘🤟🏾 @Pheelz]

A Rii-Set
Out this Friday. I made sure there was something for everyone on this project

[XXIII @Maskoff023]

Cloud Security or SOC Analyst?

A lot of beginners ask which path they should choose.

Cloud Security

Secure cloud environments

Manage IAM and access controls

Protect cloud workloads

Work with AWS, Azure, or GCP

SOC Analyst

Monitor security alerts

Investigate suspicious activity

Respond to incidents

Analyze logs and threats

Different paths. Different responsibilities.

But there's one thing both roles have in common...

You ain't escaping networking. 😅

Whether you're securing cloud infrastructure or investigating security alerts, you'll need to understand IP addresses, DNS, TCP/IP, ports, routing, and how data moves across networks.

Master the fundamentals first.

The specialization can come later.

[XXIII @Maskoff023]

LINUX KNOWLEDGE

Which Linux command is used to find all files owned by a specific user and modify their permissions in a single pipeline?

A) find / -user username -exec chmod 644 {} ;
B) ls -u username | chmod 644
C) grep username /files | perm 644
D) chmod --user username / -R 644

[XXIII @Maskoff023]

Cybersecurity is no longer just networks, logs, and firewalls.

AI is now part of the systems we defend and the attacks we face.

From prompt injection to data poisoning and AI-driven phishing, attackers are evolving fast.

If you don’t understand AI security, you’re only seeing half the battlefield.

Learning AI security is important, too, if you don’t want to be left behind.

The future SOC analyst isn’t just a defender of systems… but a defender of intelligent systems.