Lecture 6 Flashcards
SOC Compliance and Training
What are common compliance requirements for a SOC?
Data retention, adherence to security standards, and meeting regulatory requirements.
Why is training important for SOC personnel?
To ensure they have the necessary skills and knowledge to effectively perform their roles and respond to security incidents.
What are the steps in developing a training program for a SOC?
Create the business case, define objectives and learning outcomes, select a training method, identify resources, develop training material, deliver training, and evaluate effectiveness.
What is the role of certifications in a SOC?
To validate the skills and knowledge of SOC personnel, ensuring they meet the requirements for their specific job roles.
What should be considered when developing SOC procedures?
Purpose, alignment with policies, SOC involvement, duration, impact of other groups, required resources, logging and reporting, notification processes, and compliance elements.
What are the key components of SOC monitoring procedures?
Surveillance of specific systems and networks, detecting threats, and generating alerts.
Why is it important to define escalation procedures in a SOC?
To ensure timely and effective response to security events by passing responsibilities to the next level of support.
What is the purpose of incident logging in a SOC?
To track events that occur and document the process of how these events are handled.
What are the benefits of using a Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) solution?
Centralizing event logging and analysis, helping to identify and respond to security incidents effectively.
What is the role of dashboards and reporting in a SOC?
To create clear value from SOC operations by providing tailored insights for different roles, such as analysts and executives.
What are the different types of storage used in SOCs for data retention?
Cold storage, Hot storage, and Warm storage.
Why is centralized data management important in a SOC?
To consolidate and analyze events from various sources, enhancing threat detection and response capabilities.
What are the steps in a step-by-step disaster recovery plan for a SOC?
Determining critical people, processes, and technology, documenting recovery procedures, and regularly testing the plan.
What is the purpose of redundancy planning in a SOC?
To ensure continuous operation of critical services and systems by developing backup options based on risk assessment.
Why is security clearance important for some SOC roles?
To have access to specific content that requires authorization by law or organizational policies.
