1.3. User Roles and Responsibilities

In the Spectra360 Security Operations Center (SOC) platform, a well-defined structure of user roles ensures efficient security monitoring, threat detection, and incident response. Each role carries specific responsibilities, contributing to the platform's overall effectiveness.

1.3.1. SOC Manager

Responsibilities:

• Oversee daily SOC operations, ensuring seamless coordination among team members.

• Develop and implement security policies and procedures to maintain a robust security posture.

• Manage resource allocation, set priorities, and ensure that security objectives align with organizational goals.

• Act as the primary liaison between the SOC team and executive management, providing regular updates on security status and incidents.

1.3.2. Tier 1 Analyst – Triage Specialist

Responsibilities:

• Monitor security alerts and alarms to identify potential security incidents.

• Assess and prioritize alerts based on severity and potential impact.

• Determine the validity of alerts, distinguishing between false positives and genuine threats.

• Escalate confirmed incidents to Tier 2 analysts for further investigation.

1.3.3. Tier 2 Analyst – Incident Responder

Responsibilities:

• Conduct in-depth analysis of escalated security incidents to determine their scope and impact.

• Utilize threat intelligence to enrich incident data and understand adversary tactics.

• Develop and implement containment and remediation strategies to address security incidents.

• Document incident findings and actions taken for post-incident review.

1.3.4. Tier 3 Analyst – Threat Hunter

Responsibilities:

• Proactively search for threats within the organization's networks and systems that may evade standard detection mechanisms.

• Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing to identify potential security weaknesses.

• Analyze advanced threats and develop detection techniques to enhance security monitoring.

• Provide guidance and recommendations to improve security controls and monitoring capabilities.

1.3.5. Security Engineer

Responsibilities:

• Design, implement, and maintain security infrastructure and tools to support SOC operations.

• Configure and manage security monitoring solutions, ensuring optimal performance.

• Collaborate with analysts to fine-tune detection rules and reduce false positives.

• Stay updated on emerging security technologies and recommend enhancements to existing tools.

1.3.6. Compliance Auditor

Responsibilities:

• Ensure that the organization's security practices adhere to relevant regulatory requirements and industry standards.

• Conduct regular audits of security controls and processes to verify compliance.

• Prepare and present compliance reports to management and regulatory bodies as needed.

1.3.7. Dark Web Analyst

Responsibilities:

• Monitor dark web forums, marketplaces, and other sources for information related to potential threats against the organization.

• Analyze findings to assess the credibility and relevance of identified threats.

• Collaborate with incident responders to address risks associated with dark web activities.

• Maintain awareness of dark web trends and methodologies to enhance monitoring efforts.