Why you NEED a Home Lab | How To Build a Home Lab (SOC Analyst)

Are you serious about becoming a SOC Analyst or leveling up your cybersecurity skills? A home lab is the ultimate hands-on way to practice real-world security scenarios. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced analyst, a home lab is the best way to learn, experiment, and master cybersecurity concepts at your own pace. Build a Basic Home Lab: https://youtu.be/kku0fVfksrk Snort: https://youtu.be/j7Wapw3Gxvg Suricata: https://youtu.be/uXNhwduQve8 SOC Automation Project: https://youtu.be/Lb_ukgtYK_U SOAR EDR Project: https://youtu.be/OirFGI-34Ko Mini SOC Project: https://youtu.be/W3ExS2m6B24 Join the waitlist for my NEW challenge: https://mydfir.com/challenge Looking to collaborate? Feel free to email me at: [email protected] _________________________________ THE MYDFIR SOC ANALYST COURSE: With 8 chapters and 30+ hands-on labs tailored to security operations, I am focused on transforming you into a standout SOC analyst. Beyond tools, you'll master the investigation process and uncover hidden details. Let's make a real difference together. ▸Enroll here: https://academy.mydfir.com/p/soc _________________________________ SIGN UP FOR FREE MENTORSHIP Getting started in Cybersecurity is difficult and you don't have to do it alone. Let me help you on your journey. ▸Sign up for FREE here: https://www.mydfir.com _________________________________ RECOMMEND COURSES FOR BEGINNERS: Coursera Google Cybersecurity Program Affiliate Link - https://imp.i384100.net/mydfir Microsoft Cybersecurity Analyst Professional Certificate Affiliate Link - https://imp.i384100.net/mydfir-MS Coursera Google IT Support Professional Certificate Affiliate Link - https://imp.i384100.net/mydfir-IT _________________________________ PRODUCTS TO HELP YOU GET STARTED 🗺️ 1-Year Cybersecurity Roadmap: https://mydfir.gumroad.com/l/roadmap 📘 The SOC Analyst Blueprint: https://mydfir.gumroad.com/l/blueprint 📄 Resume Template: https://mydfir.gumroad.com/l/Resume-Template 📑 Cover Letter Template: https://mydfir.gumroad.com/l/Cover-Letter-Template 🎙️ Interview Questions: https://www.mydfir.com/interview 📚 Cybersecurity bookmarks: https://mydfir.gumroad.com/l/bookmarks _________________________________ RECOMMENDED SOC ANALYST TRAINING SITES CyberDefenders: https://cyberdefenders.org/?via=mydfir HackTheBox: https://hacktheboxltd.sjv.io/5g6RDn Defbox: https://defbox.io/ (Use code MyDFIR for 50% OFF) LetsDefend: https://app.letsdefend.io/accounts/register?refCode=mydfir TryHackMe: https://tryhackme.com/ Blue Team Labs: https://blueteamlabs.online/ KC7 Cyber: https://kc7cyber.com/ _________________________________ 🕒 TIMELINE 00:00 - Intro 01:28 - What is a Home Lab 04:00 - SOC Analyst Home Lab 05:16 - Action Plan _________________________________ FOLLOW ME ON SOCIAL MEDIA: ▸Instagram: https://instagram.com/MyDFIR ▸X: https://x.com/@MyDFIR Disclaimer: All opinions in my videos are solely my own. Some links provided are affiliate links! #cybersecurity #cybersecuritytrainingforbeginners #cybersecurityforbeginners #socanalyst #soc