ECCOUNCIL-CSA: EC-Council Certified SOC Analyst (CSA)
SOC analyst certification (CSA v2) — SOC operations, log management, SIEM detection and triage, threat intelligence, threat hunting, incident response, forensics, and cloud SOC
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Official Exam Details
| Duration | 180 minutes |
| Questions | 100 |
| Passing Score | 70% (form-dependent) |
| Exam Cost | $450 USD |
| Testing Provider | ECC Exam Portal (EC-Council) |
| Validity | 3 years (ECE required) |
| Prerequisites | No mandatory work-experience prerequisite; aimed at current and aspiring Tier I and Tier II SOC analysts. With official EC-Council CSA v2 training an exam voucher is typically included; without training, an eligibility application may apply. Basic networking, OS, logging, SOC, and SIEM familiarity is recommended. |
| Question Types | Multiple choice |
Domain Breakdown
| Domain | Questions |
|---|---|
| Security Operations and Management | 24 |
| Understanding Cyber Threats, IoCs, and Attack Methodology | 26 |
| Log Management | 34 |
| Incident Detection and Triage | 44 |
| Proactive Threat Detection | 30 |
| Incident Response | 44 |
| Forensics Investigation and Malware Analysis | 24 |
| SOC for Cloud Environments | 24 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the passing score for the EC-Council Certified SOC Analyst (CSA) exam?
The passing score for EC-Council Certified SOC Analyst (CSA) (ECCOUNCIL-CSA) is 70% (form-dependent). Our practice exams use an 80% threshold to help you build confidence before the real test.
How long is the EC-Council Certified SOC Analyst (CSA) exam?
The official EC-Council Certified SOC Analyst (CSA) exam is 180 minutes long. You can simulate this time pressure using our Exam Mode, which includes a countdown timer and auto-submit.
How much does the EC-Council Certified SOC Analyst (CSA) exam cost?
The EC-Council Certified SOC Analyst (CSA) certification exam costs $450 USD. You can prepare with our 250-question practice exam for just $9 (1 year access) — a fraction of the real exam fee.
How many questions are on the EC-Council Certified SOC Analyst (CSA) exam?
The official EC-Council Certified SOC Analyst (CSA) exam has 100 questions. Our practice bank includes 250 exam-style questions with detailed explanations covering all 8 domains.
What are the prerequisites for EC-Council Certified SOC Analyst (CSA)?
Prerequisites for EC-Council Certified SOC Analyst (CSA): No mandatory work-experience prerequisite; aimed at current and aspiring Tier I and Tier II SOC analysts. With official EC-Council CSA v2 training an exam voucher is typically included; without training, an eligibility application may apply. Basic networking, OS, logging, SOC, and SIEM familiarity is recommended.. Our study materials are designed for all levels, with detailed explanations that build understanding from scratch.
How long is the EC-Council Certified SOC Analyst (CSA) certification valid?
The EC-Council Certified SOC Analyst (CSA) certification is valid for: 3 years (ECE required). Plan your recertification early and use our practice exams to stay sharp.
Is the EC-Council Certified SOC Analyst (CSA) practice exam worth it?
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How do I prepare for the EC-Council Certified SOC Analyst (CSA) certification?
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