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Say hello to our new security operations center

The Security Operations Center (SOC) is an essential part of the "Cyber 3.0 Lab" research group at Howest. In this blog article, we would like to provide more insight into the installation, financing obtained from VLAIO, and other important aspects of our SOC project.

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Quick facts

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    ISOC demonstration room

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    Sponsores by Vlaio

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    State of the art AI servers

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    18 screens in total

The Security Operations Center: Protection in a Digital World

The SOC is set up as an advanced center for monitoring and analyzing security events. Various security tools, such as SIEM (Security Information and Event Management) and IDS (Intrusion Detection System), are used to obtain a comprehensive overview of the security status of our systems. The SOC is designed to proactively detect threats and respond to security incidents, ensuring the resilience and reliability of our systems.

The installation and further development of our SOC project have been made possible by the funding we have received from VLAIO (Flemish Agency for Innovation and Entrepreneurship). This financial support enables us to implement advanced security solutions and enhance our research capabilities. Thanks to VLAIO's support, we can use state-of-the-art technologies and tools to identify threats and protect our systems against cyber attacks.

Within the "Security & Privacy" research group, we collaborate closely with other researchers, industry professionals, and government agencies. This collaboration allows us to explore and apply the latest security trends and technologies in our SOC. By bringing together knowledge and expertise from different disciplines, we can develop innovative solutions and contribute to the growth of the cybersecurity sector.

In addition to our collaboration with external partners, we also conduct internal research to improve the effectiveness of our SOC. We analyze data, evaluate performance, and make necessary adjustments to ensure that our SOC operates optimally. Our goal is to continuously learn and innovate, so that we always stay ahead in the rapidly evolving world of cybersecurity.

Future Developments

We strive to continuously improve and expand our SOC. This includes exploring new security methods, implementing machine learning techniques, and establishing collaborations with other research groups and organizations. Our aim is to play a leading role in the development of advanced cybersecurity solutions and contribute to a safer digital world.

The SOC project is a key pillar within the Cyber 3.0 Lab research group at Howest. We are proud of the progress we have made and look forward to the further development of our SOC and the contribution it will make to the security of systems and data. We continue to strive for excellence and aim to innovate in order to address the challenges of the constantly changing threat landscape.

For more information about our SOC and research group, please contact us. Here, you will find detailed information about our projects, collaborations, and the latest developments in the field of cybersecurity.

Authors

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    Gert-Jan Wille, Cyber Security Research & SOC Manager

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    Robby Goetinck, Devops & Web3

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    Tijl Atoui, SOC operator and Security lecturer

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