Module: Junior Security Analyst Intro
1. INTRODUCTION
I completed the Junior Security Analyst Intro room on TryHackMe. The module simulated a day in the life of a Junior Security Analyst, outlining typical responsibilities, the required skillset, and what to expect in a SOC environment.
2. A CAREER AS A JUNIOR (ASSOCIATE) SECURITY ANALYST
The room introduced the key responsibilities of a Tier I SOC Analyst:
- Monitoring and investigating alerts in 24/7 SOC environments
- Configuring and managing security tools
- Developing basic IDS signatures
- Participating in SOC meetings and working groups
- Creating tickets and escalating incidents to Tier 2 or team leads
3. SECURITY OPERATIONS CENTER (SOC)
A Security Operations Center (SOC) is responsible for:
- Monitoring, investigating, and responding to cybersecurity threats
- Protecting digital assets such as IP, personnel data, business systems
- Acting as a central point for cybersecurity coordination
- Operating 24/7, especially in larger organizations with global operations
4. A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A JUNIOR SECURITY ANALYST
This section was practical. It walked through how SOC teams triage alerts using SIEM platforms and investigate indicators of compromise using online tools.
5. CONCLUSION
A short but informative room that serves as a solid primer for those interested in security operations careers.
