As a SOC (Security Operations Centre) Analyst, you must be well-versed in the following top 20 domains:
1. Cybersecurity fundamentals
2. Network protocols and architecture
3. Security tools and technologies
4. Incident detection and response
5. Threat intelligence analysis
6. Malware analysis
7. Log analysis and SIEM (Security Information and Event Management)
8. Vulnerability assessment and management
9. Intrusion detection and prevention systems (IDS/IPS)
10. Firewall configuration and management
11. Identity and access management (IAM)
12. Data loss prevention (DLP)
13. Cloud security
14.Web application security
15. Mobile device security
16. Endpoint protection
17. Security best practices and frameworks
18. Cyber threat landscape awareness security operations
19. Incident handling procedures
20. Cybersecurity compliance and regulations
Constantly staying updated on the latest threats and industry trends is also crucial in this rapidly evolving field.