INE Launches New “Security Operations Certified – Level 1 (eSOC) Learning Path” to Meet Rapidly Growing Global Demand for SOC Analysts

CARY, NC — January 6, 2025 — INE Security, a global leader in cybersecurity training and certification, today announced the launch of its new Security Operations Certified – Level 1 (eSOC) Learning Path. This comprehensive new path is designed to equip aspiring and current cybersecurity professionals with the foundational skills, tools, and hands-on experience required to excel in modern Security Operations Centers (SOCs).

As organizations worldwide face an unprecedented rise in cyber threats, the demand for capable SOC analysts and security responders has never been higher. INE Security’s eSOC Learning Path directly addresses this workforce gap by delivering structured, expert-led training aligned with real-world challenges SOC teams encounter daily.

Building the Next Generation of SOC Talent

The eSOC Level 1 Learning Path provides a deep dive into the fundamentals of security operations while integrating the latest advancements in AI-supported analysis and investigation. Learners progress through practical scenarios designed to build confidence and technical competency from day one.

Learning objectives include:

• SOC Fundamentals, AI & Core Analyst Skills

• Threat Detection, Logging & Analysis

• Incident Response & Investigation

• SOC Tools, Reporting & Emerging Technologies
  
  

“Our mission has always been to make world-class cybersecurity education accessible, relevant, and career-defining,” said Lindsey Rinehart, INE’s Chief Executive Officer. “With the eSOC Learning Path, we’re giving students and teams a powerful way to gain the operational skills needed to protect organizations in an increasingly complex threat landscape.”

Designed for Both Emerging and Experienced Security Professionals

The eSOC Learning Path is ideal for:

• Security Analysts & Incident Responders

• Security Engineers & Architects

• SOC Managers and Technical Security Leaders

• Security Managers seeking to strengthen analysis quality, reduce turnover, and improve SOC efficiency

• Professionals or career changers entering the Blue Team field
  
  

By providing a clear roadmap from foundational knowledge to actionable skills, this Learning Path helps organizations build stronger SOC teams while enabling individuals to accelerate their security careers.

Closing the Cybersecurity Skills Gap

With cyber incidents rising and global shortages of qualified analysts, companies are struggling to staff and retain effective SOC teams. INE’s new eSOC Learning Path equips analysts with the capabilities needed to respond to threats faster, reduce alert fatigue, and operate with confidence in high-pressure environments.

“The cybersecurity skills gap isn’t just a statistic—it’s a daily reality for organizations struggling to stay ahead of evolving threats,” said Tracy Wallace, INE’s Director of Content Development. “This Learning Path was built to close that gap by immersing learners in the actual tools, behaviors, and decision-making needed to operate as effective SOC analysts from the start.”

Availability

The first courses in the Security Operations Certified – Level 1 (eSOC) Learning Path are available now, with continued course and lab releases rolling out into 2026.

For more information, visit INE.com.

About INE Security:

INE Security is the premier provider of online networking and cybersecurity training and cybersecurity certifications. Harnessing a powerful hands-on lab platform, cutting-edge technology, a global video distribution network, and world-class instructors, INE Security is the top training choice for Fortune 500 companies worldwide for cybersecurity training in business and for IT professionals looking to advance their careers. INE Security’s suite of learning paths offers an incomparable depth of expertise across cybersecurity. The company is committed to delivering advanced technical training while also lowering the barriers worldwide for those looking to enter and excel in an IT career.