Certified Chief Information Security Officer (CCISO) — Question 92

A Security Operations Manager is finding it difficult to maintain adequate staff levels to monitor security operations during off-hours. To reduce the impact of staff shortages and increase coverage during off-hours, the SecOps manager is considering outsourcing off-hour coverage.
What Security Operations Center (SOC) model does this BEST describe?

Answer options

• A. Virtual SOC
• B. In-house SOC
• C. Security Network Operations Center (SNOC)
• D. Hybrid SOC

Correct answer: D

Explanation

The Hybrid SOC model combines in-house staff with outsourced resources, allowing for flexibility in staffing during off-hours. This approach effectively addresses the challenge of maintaining adequate coverage while managing costs. The other models either rely solely on in-house resources or do not incorporate outsourcing, making them less suitable for the situation described.