First Year Computer Science Student Aspires to Become SOC Analyst

First year computer science student (4 months into cybersecurity) progressing towards SOC analyst. What next? The student has studied networking fundamentals, Windows/Linux basics, and cybersecurity fundamentals, including hands-on work with Kali Linux, Cisco Packet Tracer, and Wireshark. They are currently setting up a home lab with Ubuntu and Wazuh (SIEM) and document their progress in Notion, though they lack a strong CV or real-world projects. Their goals include making their Wazuh lab portfolio-worthy, earning their first certification (considering Security+), and securing an internship or volunteer opportunity in cybersecurity.