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[wealthyprimate @wealthyprimate]

🚀Everything you need to know to become a SOC Analyst👇

FOR FREE!

I studied every expensive SOC Analyst training program I could find to make this👇

🕵️The Ultimate FREE Career Path: SOC Analyst Edition

This is easily a $1,000+ SOC Analyst training program for FREE!

This learning path uses completely free learning resources to teach you everything you need to know to break into a SOC (Security Operations Center) role.

I truly believe that if you apply yourself to this curriculum, you will land a job as a SOC Analyst.

This was a lot of work, so please do me a favor and repost this so we can get this free guide to as many people as possible!

Make sure to read #8!

Let’s begin👇

1. The Foundations of Cybersecurity🔐

These are non-negotiable concepts you MUST know:

1.1 Basics of Computing

Understand computer hardware, software, and troubleshooting,

👉https://t.co/UpZKgYRTnT

1.2 Networking

Get hands on experience while learning networking,

👉https://t.co/j4hqB29yJz

1.3 Linux

Many security tools and IT infrastructures use Linux. It is a critical skill in cyber security,

👉https://t.co/pzcixWVm3B

1.4 Windows

Learn the most used corporate Operating System in the world and how to defend it,

👉https://t.co/nN1RxpjHrq

1.5 PowerShell and Bash Scripting

Scripting is an important skill to develop for IT and Cybersecurity. Don't skip it!

PowerShell
👉https://t.co/1yxBx360Ls

Bash Scripting
👉https://t.co/00Bz7umCv0

1.6 Intro to Cybersecurity

The main concepts of Cybersecurity including tools and frameworks,

👉https://t.co/zBaT4zLnV0

2. Attacker Methodology😈

To defend against attackers, you must first understand them.

2.1 MITRE ATT&CK Framework

Learn how to use the MITRE ATT&CK Framework to defend against the most common tactics and techniques of criminal hackers,

👉https://t.co/NxtZ1Ss9qF

2.2 Cybersecurity Kill Chain™

Achieve visibility into adversary's attack objectives,

👉https://t.co/ukzxmMhUHg

3. Open Source Intelligence (OSINT)🔎

Know how to look for relevant Cybersecurity information,

👉https://t.co/7pdP8MfgNL

4. Network Traffic Analysis🌐

4.1 Wireshark / TCPdump

Learn how to practically use Wireshark and TCPdump to analyze network traffic,

👉https://t.co/w4Qf14r749

4.2 Zeek

Learn how to effectively use Zeek, an Open Source Network Security Monitoring Tool,

👉https://t.co/jK8vUd1xm1

4.3 Snort,

Learn how to effectively us Snort, an Open Source Intrusion Detection System (IDS),

👉https://t.co/nY5DqPDDfh

5. Endpoint Security and Cyber Attacks🔐

5.1 Sysmon

System Monitor (Sysmon) is a Windows system service that is used widely in Cybersecurity

👉https://t.co/QY8u7v7T6u

5.2 Osquery

One of the most widely used endpoint visibility frameworks,

👉https://t.co/owYLGV38t8

5.3 Windows Privilege Escalation

Not technically endpoint security but I think it's important to understand how privilege escalation works in order to defend against it,

Windows👉https://t.co/yJunUJHfCu

Linux👉https://t.co/h7UdJovz4h

5.4 Hacking Active Directory

Active Directory and the common attacks against it are critical to know for any Cybersecurity professional. I am putting this here because you should have most of prerequisite knowledge to make use of this class,

👉https://t.co/6O8xZabxTg

6. SIEM - Security Information and Event Management📊

6.1 Intro to SIEMs

SIEMs are one of the most used tools for SOC Analysts,

👉https://t.co/LvV9ztXmhY

6.2 Wazuh

Wazuh is an Open Source XDR/SIEM tool that is widely used,

👉https://t.co/1ohTlMuxtm

6.3 ELK - Elasticsearch, Logstash, Kibana

ELK is another Open Source SIEM tool that is widely used,

👉https://t.co/ix4tgDtwfB

6.4 Splunk

Splunk is the gold standard SIEM tool and more,

👉https://t.co/gjLj4TZbuQ

7. SOC Fundamentals / Incident Response🥷

This is a course that will reinforce all of the learning you have done up to this point. Consider this a review that will also close any gaps you have from the previous classes.

It will cover aspects of incident response and how SOCs work day to day,

👉https://t.co/V3vZL8JeZS

8. Pro Tips, Certifications, and Wrap Up✅

8.1 Project Portfolio

As you are working through these classes, I believe it is CRUCIAL to document your learning and hands on activities in a project portfolio.

Recruiters and hiring managers LOVE project portfolios!

I have a free guide on how to do that here,

👉https://t.co/KCtMCOe4BU

8.2 Take Your Time, Try Harder

If you want a career in a SOC, then you need to take your time with these classes.

Do not rush.

Take notes, review those notes, document everything in your portfolio.

If you get stuck on a subject or a technical issue, you MUST get yourself out of it if possible.

Google and ChatGPT are going to be essential.

8.3 Home Lab

Cybersecurity is hands on.

I highly recommend you set up a home lab. Many of the classes above are hands on.

If they are not hands on then I HIGHLY recommend you download anything you need for that class to follow along and make it hands on.

Here is a guide for making a home lab,

👉https://t.co/PioepyiqEY

8.4 Certifications*

I do not believe you need any certifications to become a SOC Analyst if you have a strong portfolio and resume. Which you will if you follow this guide as written!

That said, you can probably pass any SOC Analyst cert below with minimal additional studying after doing this guide:

GIAC Security Operations Certified (GSOC)
HTB Certified Defensive Security Analyst (HTB CDSA)
EC-Council Certified SOC Analyst (CSA)
SBT Blue Team Level 1
OffSec Defense Analyst (OSDA)

*These certs are obviously not free. Some of them are really expensive. A good portfolio will silence any doubters.

8.5 Wrap up

This guide was a lot of work and I genuinely hope you found it useful.

If you did, please leave a like, comment, and repost it so that we can get this FREE learning guide to as many people as possible!

I also have a free, weekly newsletter where I send out free learning resources, career advice, interview prep and more!

You can sign up here:
👉https://t.co/KyH7V1eSCS

Peace✌️,
WP

[wealthyprimate @wealthyprimate]

🚀The Secret to Quickly Boosting Your Cybersecurity CV / Resume for FREE 👇

Make a PORTFOLIO!

Now I’m going to show you how👇

Recruiters and hiring managers love seeing Cybersecurity portfolios!

Why?

• It shows you put extra effort into your career

• It proves you have the technical capabilities needed for the job

• It shows you can communicate technical solutions and details

Let’s start!

1.Make a Medium account

This guide is going to use Medium because:
•It’s free
•It looks professional
•It has a large platform of readers and creators
•You don’t have to worry about hosting a website yourself!

Make an account here: https://t.co/adZjEuRjul

Set up your account with a professional profile picture and a brief description of yourself (SOC Analyst, Penetration Tester, GRC Professional, etc)

Follow some people in your space (bug bounties, pen testers, etc)

I highly recommend following @iamthecyberchef.
His write ups are excellent!

2.Start writing!

What do you write about?

Everything you are learning and doing in Cybersecurity!

Learning networking and just finished setting up a home lab in Packet Tracer?

Write up how you did it!

Learning Linux and just found out how to assign permission to users with a script?

Write up how you did it!

Doing TryHackMe or Hack the Box or CTFs?

Write up how you did it!

This showcases your knowledge AND helps reinforce what you are learning!

Here are some great examples of what a write up looks like in various fields:

Bug bounty write up:
https://t.co/7lbpicXjLD

GRC type write up:
https://t.co/VYMtwN4klq

TryHackMe / Hack the Box write up:
https://t.co/1obOX7FttX

Linux write up:
https://t.co/dnRRvah5ta

Networking write up:
https://t.co/lw6BWsQug6

3.Put it on your resume

Make a block on your resume called Cybersecurity Projects or Project Portfolio and put the link to your new Medium portfolio there

Make sure it is in a prominent location

You could even add in some of the titles of your Medium articles directly to your resume portfolio section with a link to the article

This is UNDERRATED in making your resume stand out to potential employers!

Pro tips:

•Make sure to have a few writeups in your portfolio. If a recruiter looks at your portfolio and you only have 1 post, it does not look good.

•Make sure you put some effort into your posts. As you are writing, keep in mind that a future employer could be reading it. Make sure to be professional and use proper grammar!

That’s it!

If you have project ideas or any questions then drop a comment!

Peace,
WP✌️

[Bishop Robert Barron @BishopBarron]

What would be our response if 200 Catholic school children were kidnapped in Minneapolis, Chicago, New York, or any other city in America?

[Lila Rose @LilaGraceRose]

God loves you

[Former Congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Greene🇺🇸 @FmrRepMTG]

Unspeakable horrors and persecution is happening to Christians in Syria.

Pray for persecuted Christians around the world.🙏

This must end.

[Charlie Kirk @charliekirk11]

It’s all about Jesus.

[wealthyprimate @wealthyprimate]

@ikegwurux Would do the whole thing

[wealthyprimate @wealthyprimate]

🚀Everything you need to know to become a SOC Analyst👇

FOR FREE!

I studied every expensive SOC Analyst training program I could find to make this👇

🕵️The Ultimate FREE Career Path: SOC Analyst Edition

This is easily a $1,000+ SOC Analyst training program for FREE!

This learning path uses completely free learning resources to teach you everything you need to know to break into a SOC (Security Operations Center) role.

I truly believe that if you apply yourself to this curriculum, you will land a job as a SOC Analyst.

This was a lot of work, so please do me a favor and repost this so we can get this free guide to as many people as possible!

Make sure to read #8!

Let’s begin👇

1. The Foundations of Cybersecurity🔐

These are non-negotiable concepts you MUST know:

1.1 Basics of Computing

Understand computer hardware, software, and troubleshooting,

👉https://t.co/UpZKgYRTnT

1.2 Networking

Get hands on experience while learning networking,

👉https://t.co/j4hqB29yJz

1.3 Linux

Many security tools and IT infrastructures use Linux. It is a critical skill in cyber security,

👉https://t.co/pzcixWVm3B

1.4 Windows

Learn the most used corporate Operating System in the world and how to defend it,

👉https://t.co/nN1RxpjHrq

1.5 PowerShell and Bash Scripting

Scripting is an important skill to develop for IT and Cybersecurity. Don't skip it!

PowerShell
👉https://t.co/1yxBx360Ls

Bash Scripting
👉https://t.co/00Bz7umCv0

1.6 Intro to Cybersecurity

The main concepts of Cybersecurity including tools and frameworks,

👉https://t.co/zBaT4zLnV0

2. Attacker Methodology😈

To defend against attackers, you must first understand them.

2.1 MITRE ATT&CK Framework

Learn how to use the MITRE ATT&CK Framework to defend against the most common tactics and techniques of criminal hackers,

👉https://t.co/NxtZ1Ss9qF

2.2 Cybersecurity Kill Chain™

Achieve visibility into adversary's attack objectives,

👉https://t.co/ukzxmMhUHg

3. Open Source Intelligence (OSINT)🔎

Know how to look for relevant Cybersecurity information,

👉https://t.co/7pdP8MfgNL

4. Network Traffic Analysis🌐

4.1 Wireshark / TCPdump

Learn how to practically use Wireshark and TCPdump to analyze network traffic,

👉https://t.co/w4Qf14r749

4.2 Zeek

Learn how to effectively use Zeek, an Open Source Network Security Monitoring Tool,

👉https://t.co/jK8vUd1xm1

4.3 Snort,

Learn how to effectively us Snort, an Open Source Intrusion Detection System (IDS),

👉https://t.co/nY5DqPDDfh

5. Endpoint Security and Cyber Attacks🔐

5.1 Sysmon

System Monitor (Sysmon) is a Windows system service that is used widely in Cybersecurity

👉https://t.co/QY8u7v7T6u

5.2 Osquery

One of the most widely used endpoint visibility frameworks,

👉https://t.co/owYLGV38t8

5.3 Windows Privilege Escalation

Not technically endpoint security but I think it's important to understand how privilege escalation works in order to defend against it,

Windows👉https://t.co/yJunUJHfCu

Linux👉https://t.co/h7UdJovz4h

5.4 Hacking Active Directory

Active Directory and the common attacks against it are critical to know for any Cybersecurity professional. I am putting this here because you should have most of prerequisite knowledge to make use of this class,

👉https://t.co/6O8xZabxTg

6. SIEM - Security Information and Event Management📊

6.1 Intro to SIEMs

SIEMs are one of the most used tools for SOC Analysts,

👉https://t.co/LvV9ztXmhY

6.2 Wazuh

Wazuh is an Open Source XDR/SIEM tool that is widely used,

👉https://t.co/1ohTlMuxtm

6.3 ELK - Elasticsearch, Logstash, Kibana

ELK is another Open Source SIEM tool that is widely used,

👉https://t.co/ix4tgDtwfB

6.4 Splunk

Splunk is the gold standard SIEM tool and more,

👉https://t.co/gjLj4TZbuQ

7. SOC Fundamentals / Incident Response🥷

This is a course that will reinforce all of the learning you have done up to this point. Consider this a review that will also close any gaps you have from the previous classes.

It will cover aspects of incident response and how SOCs work day to day,

👉https://t.co/V3vZL8JeZS

8. Pro Tips, Certifications, and Wrap Up✅

8.1 Project Portfolio

As you are working through these classes, I believe it is CRUCIAL to document your learning and hands on activities in a project portfolio.

Recruiters and hiring managers LOVE project portfolios!

I have a free guide on how to do that here,

👉https://t.co/KCtMCOe4BU

8.2 Take Your Time, Try Harder

If you want a career in a SOC, then you need to take your time with these classes.

Do not rush.

Take notes, review those notes, document everything in your portfolio.

If you get stuck on a subject or a technical issue, you MUST get yourself out of it if possible.

Google and ChatGPT are going to be essential.

8.3 Home Lab

Cybersecurity is hands on.

I highly recommend you set up a home lab. Many of the classes above are hands on.

If they are not hands on then I HIGHLY recommend you download anything you need for that class to follow along and make it hands on.

Here is a guide for making a home lab,

👉https://t.co/PioepyiqEY

8.4 Certifications*

I do not believe you need any certifications to become a SOC Analyst if you have a strong portfolio and resume. Which you will if you follow this guide as written!

That said, you can probably pass any SOC Analyst cert below with minimal additional studying after doing this guide:

GIAC Security Operations Certified (GSOC)
HTB Certified Defensive Security Analyst (HTB CDSA)
EC-Council Certified SOC Analyst (CSA)
SBT Blue Team Level 1
OffSec Defense Analyst (OSDA)

*These certs are obviously not free. Some of them are really expensive. A good portfolio will silence any doubters.

8.5 Wrap up

This guide was a lot of work and I genuinely hope you found it useful.

If you did, please leave a like, comment, and repost it so that we can get this FREE learning guide to as many people as possible!

I also have a free, weekly newsletter where I send out free learning resources, career advice, interview prep and more!

You can sign up here:
👉https://t.co/KyH7V1eSCS

Peace✌️,
WP

[wealthyprimate @wealthyprimate]

🚀The Secret to Quickly Boosting Your Cybersecurity CV / Resume for FREE 👇

Make a PORTFOLIO!

Now I’m going to show you how👇

Recruiters and hiring managers love seeing Cybersecurity portfolios!

Why?

• It shows you put extra effort into your career

• It proves you have the technical capabilities needed for the job

• It shows you can communicate technical solutions and details

Let’s start!

1.Make a Medium account

This guide is going to use Medium because:
•It’s free
•It looks professional
•It has a large platform of readers and creators
•You don’t have to worry about hosting a website yourself!

Make an account here: https://t.co/adZjEuRjul

Set up your account with a professional profile picture and a brief description of yourself (SOC Analyst, Penetration Tester, GRC Professional, etc)

Follow some people in your space (bug bounties, pen testers, etc)

I highly recommend following @iamthecyberchef.
His write ups are excellent!

2.Start writing!

What do you write about?

Everything you are learning and doing in Cybersecurity!

Learning networking and just finished setting up a home lab in Packet Tracer?

Write up how you did it!

Learning Linux and just found out how to assign permission to users with a script?

Write up how you did it!

Doing TryHackMe or Hack the Box or CTFs?

Write up how you did it!

This showcases your knowledge AND helps reinforce what you are learning!

Here are some great examples of what a write up looks like in various fields:

Bug bounty write up:
https://t.co/7lbpicXjLD

GRC type write up:
https://t.co/VYMtwN4klq

TryHackMe / Hack the Box write up:
https://t.co/1obOX7FttX

Linux write up:
https://t.co/dnRRvah5ta

Networking write up:
https://t.co/lw6BWsQug6

3.Put it on your resume

Make a block on your resume called Cybersecurity Projects or Project Portfolio and put the link to your new Medium portfolio there

Make sure it is in a prominent location

You could even add in some of the titles of your Medium articles directly to your resume portfolio section with a link to the article

This is UNDERRATED in making your resume stand out to potential employers!

Pro tips:

•Make sure to have a few writeups in your portfolio. If a recruiter looks at your portfolio and you only have 1 post, it does not look good.

•Make sure you put some effort into your posts. As you are writing, keep in mind that a future employer could be reading it. Make sure to be professional and use proper grammar!

That’s it!

If you have project ideas or any questions then drop a comment!

Peace,
WP✌️

[Joshua Charles🇻🇦 @JoshuaTCharles]

Eternal Father:

Protect innocent Israelis, Iranians, and all in between.

Holy Spirit:

Illuminate the minds, and give wisdom to world leaders.

Lord Jesus Christ, King of all nations, Jew and Gentile:

Draw near the hearts of those far from you and your Catholic Church.

Amen.

[Senator Rand Paul @SenRandPaul]

War with Iran is not in America’s interest. It would destabilize the region, cost countless lives, and drain our resources for generations.

We should pursue diplomacy, not destruction. Engaging in dialogue with adversaries is not weakness; it’s the strength of a confident nation seeking peace. Our primary responsibility is to protect American lives.
https://t.co/GiHWGrHKF5

[Dave Smith @ComicDaveSmith]

Israel has launched a dangerous, preemptive, war of aggression. It should be condemned by the US government and US citizens alike.

[Pope Leo XIV @Pontifex]

Peace be with you all! This is the first greeting spoken by the Risen Christ, the Good Shepherd. I would like this greeting of peace to resound in your hearts, in your families, and among all people, wherever they may be, in every nation and throughout the world.

[Vatican News @VaticanNews]

Habemus Papam! We have a Pope!

The Cardinals gathered in the Vatican’s Sistine Chapel have elected Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost as the 267th Pope, who took the name Pope Leo XIV.

[Bishop Robert Barron @BishopBarron]

Friends, a very blessed and happy Easter to you all!

[Bishop Robert Barron @BishopBarron]

He is Risen. Alleluia!

[AF Post @AFpost]

Ron Paul advises Trump to be cautious of neocons like Mike Pompeo, “yet again infesting his cabinet and administration.”

Follow: @AFpost

[Lex Fridman @lexfridman]

Probability of WW3 feels higher than ever.

A global war would destroy humanity.

I pray for the wisdom of our leaders.

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[Lex Fridman @lexfridman]

Beware of warmongers and the military-industrial complex. A full-on regional war will lead to immeasurable suffering for everyone. It must be avoided at all costs.

[wealthyprimate @wealthyprimate]

@segoslavia Yeah! Just been working on some projects outside of Twitter so I haven’t been posting

[wealthyprimate @wealthyprimate]

@IamTheCyberChef 🥷🚀

[wealthyprimate @wealthyprimate]

@rtate72 Non-cyber projects actually haha

[wealthyprimate @wealthyprimate]

@rtate72 Been busy on some other projects so I havent been on much!