Most security operations centers follow a “hub and spoke” structure, allowing the organization to create a centralized data repository that is then used to meet a variety of business needs. SOC activities and responsibilities include:
Network monitoring to provide complete visibility into digital activity and better detect anomalies
Prevention techniques to deter and deflect a range of known and unknown risks
Threat detection and intelligence capabilities that assess the origin, impact and severity of each cybersecurity incident
Decisive incident response and remediation using a blend of automated technologies and human intervention
Reporting to ensure all incidents and threats are fed into the data repository, making it more precise and responsive in the future
Risk and compliance capabilities to ensure industry and government regulations are followed
The SOC team is also responsible for the operation, management and maintenance of the security center as an organizational resource. This includes developing an overarching strategy and plan, as well as creating processes to support the operation of the center. The team also evaluates, implements, and operates tools, devices, and applications and oversees their integration, maintenance and updating.