OSDA — OffSec Defense Analyst
OffSec's entry into the defensive/SOC certification space, bringing their 100% practical exam approach to blue team work. Covers SOC analyst workflow, log analysis, alert triage, and basic incident response using real lab environments. Not DoD 8140 approved but respected by practitioners who value OffSec's practical exam reputation. Positioned as a beginner-to-intermediate SOC cert but the practical format makes it more meaningful than many theory-heavy alternatives at similar levels. A good option for those entering the blue team space who want OffSec's brand recognition and practical credentialing approach.
| Issuer | OffSec |
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| Level | beginner |
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| Domains | Digital Forensics & Incident Response |
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| Practical weight | 100% |
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| Cost (USD) | 1749 |
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| Renewal | lifetime |
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| Skills | soc_analysis, log_analysis, incident_triage, alert_investigation, siem_usage, threat_detection, basic_incident_response |
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