Episode 20 — Secure SOC technology with least privilege, hardening, monitoring, and logging
This episode treats SOC tooling as high-value infrastructure that must be protected like production systems, because GSOM expects you to recognize that attackers target the SOC to blind detection and manipulate evidence. You will define least privilege for analysts, engineers, and service accounts, then connect it to hardening practices such as secure baseline configurations, patch discipline, and separation of duties for rule changes and automation actions. We will explain how monitoring and logging of SOC platforms supports auditability and incident response, including tracking administrative actions, data pipeline changes, and suspicious access patterns that could indicate tampering. Real-world scenarios include compromised automation credentials, a malicious rule change that suppresses alerts, and an exposed management interface, with exam-focused guidance on containment steps that preserve evidence and restore trustworthy monitoring quickly. Produced by BareMetalCyber.com, where you’ll find more cyber audio courses, books, and information to strengthen your educational path. Also, if you want to stay up to date with the latest news, visit DailyCyber.News for a newsletter you can use, and a daily podcast you can commute with.
