Security Operations Centers (SOCs) can be categorized in several ways based on their operational focus, how they are deployed and staffed, and their organizational structure. There isn't a single universal standard, so understanding the different classification methods is key. Here are the primary ways to classify Security Operations Center (SOC) types: 1. By Operational Focus This classification is based on the primary mission and goals of the SOC. Threat-Centric SOC: Focuses proactively on seeking out threats and malicious activity on the network. They heavily leverage threat intelligence, stay updated on vulnerabilities, and establish a baseline of normal network behavior to easily identify anomalies. Compliance-Based SOC: Primarily focuses on ensuring the organization adheres to regulatory standards and policies (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA, PCI DSS). Their operations revolve around comparing organizational posture to regulations and generating reports for audits. Operational...
