OSDA Certified SOC-200 Course

The Security Operations and Defensive Analysis (SOC-200) course delves into the foundations of defending networks and systems against cyber threats. Learners gain practical experience within a hands-on, self-paced environment designed to teach the fundamental concepts of SOC operations.
SOC-200 OSDA

Topics covered in the SOC-200 course

Attack Methodology Introduction

Explore the fundamental mindsets, tactics, and phases of a cyberattack. Build a strong foundation for understanding attacker behavior and how to anticipate their moves during your penetration testing engagements.

Windows Endpoint Introduction

Gain a solid understanding of the concepts and security concerns surrounding Windows endpoints, including desktops, laptops, and other Windows-based user devices. Discover common vulnerabilities and the attack vectors adversaries use to target them.

Windows Server Side Attacks

Uncover the techniques attackers employ to compromise Windows servers – the backbone of many networks. Learn methods for exploiting critical services and vulnerabilities to gain elevated access.

Windows Client-Side Attacks

Investigate how attackers manipulate the user-facing side of Windows systems. Analyze browser-based attacks, vulnerabilities in software, and social engineering tactics designed to compromise endpoints.

Windows Privilege Escalation

Examine the art of elevating your privileges on Windows systems. Learn to exploit misconfigurations, software flaws, and zero-day vulnerabilities, increasing your level of network control.

Windows Persistence

Learn the techniques attackers use to stay hidden on compromised Windows systems. Explore file system persistence, registry modification, scheduled tasks, and other methods to maintain a foothold.

Linux Endpoint Introduction

Gain an understanding of the concepts surrounding Linux endpoints, their security mechanisms, and potential vulnerabilities. Become familiar with common attack vectors used to target them.

Linux Server Side Attacks

Examine how adversaries compromise Linux servers, utilizing privilege escalation methods, service exploits, and configuration weaknesses.

Network Detections

Develop a comprehensive understanding of network security incidents and detection techniques. Learn how firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and other tools identify malicious activity, allowing you to refine your evasion strategies.

Antivirus Alerts and Evasion

Explore advanced methods for evading antivirus solutions. Understand payload obfuscation, exploit customization, and techniques designed to minimize your digital footprint while maximizing success.
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Who is this course for?

The SOC-200 certification course is ideal for security professionals seeking to enhance their defensive analysis and response skills and earn the OSDA. It’s designed for individuals who have a solid foundation in networking and basic familiarity with Linux and Windows systems.

Benefits of the SOC-200 Course

Hands-on Experience

Develop the proactive skills needed to identify and neutralize threats by learning the SOC tools and techniques used by certified SOC analysts.

Diverse Tools

Gain proficiency in the SOC tools and methodologies used for advanced threat detection, making you a vital asset to any cybersecurity team.

Career Development

Open doors to exciting information security roles like SOC analyst, cybersecurity analyst, threat hunter, incident responder, or network security specialist by understanding attack methodology, mindsets and techniques.

Certificate

The course ends with an exam, the successful completion of which results in the awarding of the OffSec Defense Analyst (OSDA) certificate.

Exam

- SOC-200 course and online labs will prepare you for OSDA certification
- The exam lasts 23 hours 45 minutes
- The exam is supervised
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Prerequisites

While there are no formal prerequisites, it is strongly recommended that you have:

- A solid foundation in TCP/IP networking
- Familiarity with Linux and Windows operating systems
- Basic understanding of cybersecurity concepts

All of the above can be found in our Security Operations Essentials Learning Path, available in Learn Enterprise, Learn Unlimited, Learn One, Learn Fundamentals or a Course & Certification Bundle.

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Note: A separate subscription is required for each course participant. Sharing a subscription between different individuals/companies is a violation of the Offensive Security course policy and may result in immediate termination of the course agreement.

Course + Cert Exam

1 749$
SOC-200 course + 90 days of lab access + 1 attempt at the OSDA exam.

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2 749$
SOC-200 Course (2 exam attempts) + Level 100 Courses + 365 days of lab access + PEN-103 Kali Linux Certified Professional (KLCP) Course (1 exam attempt) + PEN-210 Course (1 exam attempt) + Providing Grounds Practice Labs.

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6 099$
All courses (unlimited exam attempts) + 365 days of access to labs + Providing Grounds Practice Labs.

Exam

249$
Retaking the OSDA exam.

Access

359$
Extension of access to the laboratory by another 30 days.

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