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SOC (Security Operations Center)

Security

A team that monitors security and responds to incidents.

Definition

A SOC is the team (and sometimes the room) that watches for security alerts and handles incidents.

In plain English A team that monitors security and responds to incidents.

Why this matters

Why it matters: Fast response can limit a breach and reduce personal data exposure.

Example

Example: A SOC investigates alerts, resets accounts, and blocks malicious IPs.