S|CE

EC-Council · Cyber Essentials · Exam 112-56

SOC

Essentials

Build a solid SOC foundation — covering network security, cyber threats, SOC architecture, SIEM, log management, incident detection, threat intelligence, and incident response. Zero prior experience required.

SOC Operations SIEM Threat Intelligence Incident Response Log Management Threat Hunting Network Security Malware Analysis Security Monitoring Escalation

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S|CE Program

SOC Essentials · 8 Modules

Network & Security Fundamentals

Module 01

Fundamentals of Cyber Threats

Module 02

Intro to Security Operations Center

Module 03

SOC Components & Architecture

Module 04

Intro to Log Management

Module 05

Incident Detection & Analysis

Module 06

+ 2 more modules: Threat Intelligence & Incident Response

Modules

Full 112-56 syllabus

Questions

Multiple choice exam

2 Hours

Duration

Timed exam

24/7

Support

Expert guidance

Why S|CE

Your Gateway to SOC Operations

The S|CE certification provides a complete, hands-on foundation in Security Operations Center fundamentals — built for beginners, no prior experience needed.

No Prerequisites Required

Open to all — students, IT professionals, and career changers can start without any prior cybersecurity or networking background.

Full SOC Lifecycle

Covers everything from network fundamentals and threat detection to SIEM, log management, incident response, and threat hunting.

EC-Council Accredited

S|CE is globally recognised, ANSI-accredited, and issued by EC-Council — the world's leading cybersecurity certification body.

Career Launchpad

Your entry point to a SOC Analyst career — a clear path from S|CE to C|CT, C|SA, and advanced SOC certifications.

Skills You'll Gain

The Complete S|CE Skill Set

From network security fundamentals to threat intelligence and incident response — every skill domain from the 112-56 exam syllabus.

Network & Security Fundamentals

TCP/IP, OSI model, network types, security controls, Windows/Unix security, and InfoSec laws and regulations.

Cyber Threat Knowledge

TTPs, vulnerability management, network/host/insider attacks, malware types, and phishing techniques.

SOC Concepts

SOC purpose, importance, team roles, KPIs, maturity models, workflow, and common challenges.

SOC Architecture & SIEM

SOC components, people/process/technology, SIEM architecture, deployment models, and data sources.

Log Management

Event, incident, and log concepts, local vs. centralised log management, formats, and best practices.

Incident Detection

SIEM use cases, correlation rules, dashboards, alerting, triaging alerts, and managing false positives.

Threat Intelligence & Hunting

TI lifecycle, TI feeds, threat hunting techniques, methodologies, and TI tools in a SOC context.

Incident Response

IR lifecycle — preparation, identification, containment, eradication, recovery, and post-incident activities.

Who Should Enroll

S|CE Is for Aspiring SOC Analysts

Anyone looking to build a career in security operations will benefit — from complete beginners to IT professionals making the move to cybersecurity.

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Students & Graduates

Students, graduates, and professionals looking to enter the cybersecurity and SOC field with a strong foundational credential.

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IT Professionals

Network administrators, system administrators, and IT support staff transitioning into security operations roles.

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Aspiring SOC Analysts

Individuals who want to work as Tier 1 or Tier 2 SOC analysts and need the core knowledge to get started.

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Career Changers

Anyone pivoting from a non-security background who wants a recognised, structured entry into cybersecurity.

Your EC-Council Certification Roadmap

S|CE SOC Essentials Start Here

Start here — Exam 112-56

C|CT Certified Cybersecurity Technician

Core certification, 20+ domains — Exam 212-82

C|SA Certified SOC Analyst

Dedicated SOC certification — EC-Council C|SA

C|EH Certified Ethical Hacker

World's #1 ethical hacking cert — Exam 312-50

C|EH Master CEH Master

6-hour practical exam — the elite credential

Curriculum

S|CE — 8 Course Modules

Every 112-56 exam objective covered — from computer network fundamentals to full incident response lifecycle.

Understanding Computer Networks — TCP/IP and OSI Models
Understanding Different Types of Networks and Network Models
Understanding Network Topologies
Network Security Controls — Identification, Authentication, and Authorization
Network Security Devices and Technologies
Understanding Windows and Unix/Linux Security
Overview of Information Security Laws, Regulations, and Frameworks

Overview of Threats, TTPs, and Vulnerability Management
Introduction to Attacks
Understanding Network-level Attacks
Understanding Host-level Attacks
Understanding Insider Attacks
Understanding Malware
Understanding Social Engineering Attacks
Understanding Phishing

What is a Security Operations Center (SOC)
Importance of SOC
Overview of SOC Team Roles and Responsibilities
SOC Key Performance Indicators
SOC Metrics
SOC Maturity Models
SOC Workflow
SOC Challenges

Key SOC Components
People, Process, and Technology in SOC
SOC Architecture Overview
Introduction to SIEM
SIEM Architecture and Deployment Models
Understanding SIEM Data Sources
Log Monitoring and Collection

Understanding Incident, Event, and Log Concepts
Typical Log Sources
Understanding Log Formats
Understanding Local Log Management
Understanding Centralized Log Management
Log Management Best Practices
Log Management Tools

SIEM Use Cases
Security Monitoring and Event Correlation
Developing Correlation Rules
Dashboards and Reports
Alerting and Notifications
Triaging Alerts
Identifying and Managing False Positives
Alert Escalation and Handoff

Introduction to Threat Intelligence
Types and Sources of Threat Intelligence
Threat Intelligence Lifecycle
Role of Threat Intelligence in SOC
Threat Intelligence Feeds and Sharing
Threat Intelligence Tools
Introduction to Threat Hunting
Threat Hunting Techniques and Methodologies

Incident Handling and Response Process
Incident Classification
IR Lifecycle — Preparation Phase
IR Lifecycle — Identification Phase
IR Lifecycle — Containment Phase
IR Lifecycle — Eradication Phase
IR Lifecycle — Recovery Phase
IR Lifecycle — Post-Incident Activities

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