Cisco Certified CyberOps Associate
EntrySOC / Blue TeamPaid
Cisco's SOC analyst certification covering security monitoring, host-based analysis, network intrusion analysis, and security policies. DoD 8570/8140 approved for Cyber Defense Analyst and Infrastructure Support roles. Directly targets entry-level SOC analyst and security operations positions. Valid 3 years.
What you'll prove
- Monitor and analyze security events using SIEM and security tools
- Perform host-based analysis to identify indicators of compromise
- Analyze network traffic and identify network-based intrusion indicators
- Triage security alerts and escalate according to SOC procedures
- Apply security policies and compliance frameworks in a SOC context
- Understand cybersecurity concepts including cryptography and access control
Frequently asked
How much does Cisco CyberOps Associate cost?
$300 USD via Pearson VUE.
CyberOps Associate vs Security+ for SOC roles — which is better?
Security+ has broader employer recognition and is DoD 8570 approved for more roles. CyberOps Associate goes deeper into SOC-specific operations, SIEM, and network analysis. For government and defense SOC roles, CyberOps Associate's DoD 8140 mapping is particularly valuable. Many SOC analysts hold both.