CS Senior Seeks Advice on SOC Analyst Roadmap with CrowdStrike Focus
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A computer science senior is planning a specialized path into SOC analysis, focusing on CrowdStrike Falcon. They are building a lab with OPNsense, Windows/Linux VMs, and using the Falcon sensor for adversary emulation projects. Their goals include earning the CrowdStrike Certified Falcon Responder (CCFR) by June and CompTIA Security+ by August, while documenting their triage process. They seek feedback on whether this specialization is marketable for entry-level roles and if their approach aligns with hiring manager preferences.