SOCSimulator

SOCSimulator is a cybersecurity training platform focused on preparing learners for the work of a Security Operations Center analyst. It offers hands-on practice in realistic, production-modeled SIEM, XDR, and firewall interfaces, helping users build skills in alert triage, log analysis, incident investigation, threat analysis, and threat hunting. Its operations recreate real-world breaches using relevant telemetry and map scenarios to MITRE ATT&CK techniques.

Learners can follow guided walkthroughs, pursue structured learning tracks, or tackle open investigations, with new operations released weekly. Performance is graded across areas such as accuracy, speed, correlation, and methodology, and users can track competency development and ATT&CK coverage. SOCSimulator serves career-switchers, students, security professionals, teams, universities, and bootcamps; no prior security experience is required.

A free tier includes hands-on operations, selected tool consoles, and progress tracking. Pro adds Shift Mode, additional tools, and unlimited operations, while Enterprise and Educational offerings provide team management, cohort analytics, dashboards, assignments, and classroom progress monitoring