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In this enlightening episode of 'Kopi-O with CISO', we delve into the fascinating world of Security Operations Centers (SOCs) with our esteemed guest, a seasoned cyber security expert. Our conversation begins with a personal journey into the cyber security field and an introduction to his current role and company.

We then explore the intricacies of SOCs, discussing their primary functions and potential shortcomings in today's dynamic cyber landscape. The episode poses thought-provoking questions about the relevance of traditional SOCs, given the emergence of distributed incident response tools, and discusses how these tools could impact the SOC's role.

Further, the episode probes the relationship between on-prem IT setups, cloud environments, and the SOC's role. It stimulates a dialogue on how SOC operations might be impacted by the shift to cloud, especially for modern, cloud-native companies.

The conversation also touches upon the need for more proactive action in SIEM or SOAR systems beyond mere alert generation, hinting at the future trajectory of cyber security solutions.

Lastly, our guest shares some invaluable advice for enterprises looking to implement a SOC and thoughts on how they would reimagine SOC operations if given a chance. This episode is a must-listen for anyone keen to understand the evolving role of SOCs in cyber security.