Episode 64 — Final Review: weave every GSOM objective into one coherent SOC operating model
This episode integrates the full GSOM scope into a single operating model, because the exam rewards candidates who can connect planning, tooling, telemetry, alerting, incident response, hunting, and metrics into a consistent set of choices rather than treating them as separate topics. You will walk through the SOC lifecycle end to end: defining mission and coverage, selecting and securing tools, collecting and enriching data, building and tuning detections, executing incident response with evidence and approvals, running proactive hunts, and using metrics to drive continuous improvement. We will emphasize the exam’s “best next step” logic by showing how decisions flow from constraints like limited visibility, staffing limits, and business impact, and how to defend tradeoffs without overpromising coverage or taking reckless actions. The goal is to leave you with a mental map you can apply to any scenario prompt, ensuring your answers align with a mature, realistic SOC that can be operated and audited. 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.
