Leading Strategic Innovation – Programme Overview
In the era of sophisticated cyberattacks, traditional Security Operations Centers (SOCs) must evolve to become intelligent hubs powered by automation, AI, and advanced threat intelligence. This 3-day programme provides a deep dive into the inner workings of an intelligent SOC, focusing on enhancing detection capabilities, incident response, and proactive threat hunting. Participants will gain hands-on experience with cutting-edge SOC tools and strategies to counteract emerging cyber threats effectively.
Objectives
By the end of this programme, participants will be able to:
- Understand the Role of an Intelligent SOC
- Develop expertise in real-time Threat detection and response methods
- Analyze and interpret logs, network traffic, and security alerts
- Use industry-leading tools and technologies for monitoring and responding to security incidents
- Understand the fundamentals of Security Operations Center (SOC) processes and workflows.
CONTENT
Day I: Foundations of an Intelligent SOC
- Introduction to Intelligent SOCs
- Threat Landscape: Understanding Modern Challenges
Day II: Core Components and Threat Detection
- Key Components of an Intelligent SOC
- Behind the Scenes of Threat Detection
Day III: Practical Applications and Incident Response
- Hands-on Practice with SOC Tools
- Incident Response Exercises
Participants will gain practical insights into best practices, enabling them to implement meaningful organisational improvements.
METHODOLOGY
The programme adopts an interactive learning approach, incorporating classroom sessions, case studies, and experience sharing. Participants will engage in discussions led by experts, ensuring practical knowledge application in real-world scenarios.
FACULTY
Dr. Madhusoodanan P.R., Professor and Director of the Centre for Economics and Finance, will lead the programme. He brings extensive international and national experience in industry, policymaking, teaching, and training, particularly in FCC compliance, economics, finance, and global investment banking. The faculty team will include distinguished civil servants, regulators, practitioners, and College faculty members.
PARTICIPANT PROFILE
This programme is designed for professionals seeking to upskill or advance their careers in cybersecurity, including IT professionals transitioning into the field, government and private sector employees responsible for strengthening their organisation’s security posture, and cybersecurity enthusiasts aspiring to build a career in the domain. It is particularly beneficial for security analysts, network administrators, and system administrators who wish to enhance their expertise in threat detection, incident response, and SOC operations.
Organisational sponsorship is essential
VENUE
The programme is fully residential and the participants will be accommodated in air-conditioned single occupancy rooms. The college does not provide accommodation for the family. The college is Wi-Fi enabled in a comprehensive way.
DURATION
The programme duration is 3 days starting from November 12 - 14, 2025. The participants are expected to arrive a day before commencement and may leave after the conclusion of the programme.
PROGRAMME FEE
Residential Fee: Rs. 43,700/- (US $683 for foreigners) plus GST as applicable (presently 18%) per participant. The fee covers tuition, board and lodging, courseware (in electronic form) and other facilities of the College including internet usage.
Non-Residential Fee: Rs. 37,700/- plus GST as applicable (presently 18%) per participant. The fee covers tuition, course ware (in electronic form) working lunch and other facilities of the College including internet usage.
A discount of 10% on the Programme fee for three or more participants from the same organisation will be given, provided the payment is credited into our Bank account before November 10, 2025.
Note: Kindly forward us the details of the Bank/ Wire transfer of the programme fee through email to: [email protected] for confirmation.
MEDICAL INSURANCE
The nominees are requested to carry with them the proof of Medical Insurance. The sponsoring agency is required to endorse the nominees' medical coverage in the event of hospitalization
LAST DATE FOR NOMINATION
Please use the prescribed/attached form. Last date for receiving nominations is November 05, 2025. Kindly contact Programmes Officer for further details (contact details are given at the end of the nomination form).
LAST DATE FOR WITHDRAWAL
November 07, 2025. Any withdrawals after this date will entail forfeiture of fee paid, if any.
ASCI ALUMNI ASSOCIATION
Participants of the College programmes will automatically become members of the ASCI alumni association.
CERTIFICATE OF PARTICIPATION
The College issues a Certificate of Participation on conclusion of the programme.
