Smart Academy
Cybersecurity Defense Analyst & SOC Program
Cybersecurity Defense Analyst & SOC Programme
The ICT Authority Cisco Academy through the Smart Academy is excited to announce the launch of the Cybersecurity Defense Analyst & SOC Program across Kenya.
This program is designed to equip students and aspiring cybersecurity professionals with job-ready cybersecurity skills aligned with Security Operations Center (SOC) roles. Learners will follow a structured learning path covering cybersecurity fundamentals, threat detection, security operations, investigation techniques, and threat hunting.
As part of the training, learners will also gain exposure to Splunk, a leading industry platform used for security monitoring, analytics, and incident investigation, helping students build practical, real-world cybersecurity skills.
Courses Included
- The Cybersecurity Landscape
- Understanding Threats & Attacks
- Security Operations & the Defense Analyst
- Introduction to Industry Tools (Splunk)
- Data & Tools for Defense Analysts
- The Art of Investigation
- Investigating with Security Tools
- Introduction to Threat Hunting
This is a great opportunity for the ICT Professionals, graduates and students interested in building careers in cybersecurity, SOC operations, and digital defense.