SOC
Incident Detection
The process of identifying potential or actual security incidents in an IT environment by monitoring logs, events, and network activity, using automated tools and manual analysis, as described in NIST SP 800-61, ISO/IEC 27035, and SANS guidelines.
Quick answer: The process of identifying potential or actual security incidents in an IT environment by monitoring logs, events, and network activity, using automated tools and manual analysis, as described in NIST SP 800-61, ISO/IEC 27035, and SANS guidelines.
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Quick answer
The process of identifying potential or actual security incidents in an IT environment by monitoring logs, events, and network activity, using automated tools and manual analysis, as described in NIST SP 800-61, ISO/IEC 27035, and SANS guidelines.
Why it matters
Incident Detection matters because it supports clear communication in SOC contexts for SOC Analysts, Security Engineers, and Incident Responders. It also connects to aviation training and exam language such as CISSP, CompTIA Security+, and CEH.
Editorial context
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Definition
The process of identifying potential or actual security incidents in an IT environment by monitoring logs, events, and network activity, using automated tools and manual analysis, as described in NIST SP 800-61, ISO/IEC 27035, and SANS guidelines.
Operational example
Incident detection relies on continuous monitoring of system and network activity to identify anomalies or signs of compromise before escalation.
Definition language
English reference definition
Source
ISO 27001, NIST Cybersecurity Framework, MITRE ATT&CK
Exam relevance
- CISSP
- CompTIA Security+
- CEH
Target audience
- SOC Analysts
- Security Engineers
- Incident Responders
