{"id":2916,"date":"2026-04-02T12:43:52","date_gmt":"2026-04-02T12:43:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.sattrix.com\/blog\/?p=2916"},"modified":"2026-04-02T12:43:52","modified_gmt":"2026-04-02T12:43:52","slug":"what-is-a-security-operations-center-soc","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.sattrix.com\/blog\/what-is-a-security-operations-center-soc\/","title":{"rendered":"What is a Security Operations Center (SOC)"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Organizations today generate vast amounts of security data across cloud environments, endpoints, identities, and applications. Yet breaches continue to happen, not because signals are absent, but because they are not interpreted or acted upon in time.<\/p><div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_69 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title \" >Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg 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href=\"https:\/\/www.sattrix.com\/blog\/what-is-a-security-operations-center-soc\/#Why_a_SOC_is_Essential_Today\" title=\"Why a SOC is Essential Today\">Why a SOC is Essential Today<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sattrix.com\/blog\/what-is-a-security-operations-center-soc\/#How_a_Security_Operations_Center_Works\" title=\"How a Security Operations Center Works\">How a Security Operations Center Works<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sattrix.com\/blog\/what-is-a-security-operations-center-soc\/#Core_Functions_of_a_SOC\" title=\"Core Functions of a SOC\">Core Functions of a SOC<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sattrix.com\/blog\/what-is-a-security-operations-center-soc\/#Key_Components_of_a_SOC\" title=\"Key Components of a SOC\">Key Components of a SOC<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sattrix.com\/blog\/what-is-a-security-operations-center-soc\/#Technology\" title=\"Technology\">Technology<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sattrix.com\/blog\/what-is-a-security-operations-center-soc\/#People\" title=\"People\">People<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sattrix.com\/blog\/what-is-a-security-operations-center-soc\/#Processes\" title=\"Processes\">Processes<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sattrix.com\/blog\/what-is-a-security-operations-center-soc\/#Types_of_Security_Operations_Centers\" title=\"Types of Security Operations Centers\">Types of Security Operations Centers<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sattrix.com\/blog\/what-is-a-security-operations-center-soc\/#In-house_SOC\" title=\"In-house SOC\">In-house SOC<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sattrix.com\/blog\/what-is-a-security-operations-center-soc\/#Outsourced_SOC\" title=\"Outsourced SOC\">Outsourced SOC<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sattrix.com\/blog\/what-is-a-security-operations-center-soc\/#Hybrid_SOC\" title=\"Hybrid SOC\">Hybrid SOC<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sattrix.com\/blog\/what-is-a-security-operations-center-soc\/#Common_Challenges_in_SOC_Operations\" title=\"Common Challenges in SOC Operations\">Common Challenges in SOC Operations<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sattrix.com\/blog\/what-is-a-security-operations-center-soc\/#How_SOC_is_Evolving\" title=\"How SOC is Evolving\">How SOC is Evolving<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sattrix.com\/blog\/what-is-a-security-operations-center-soc\/#Benefits_of_a_Security_Operations_Center\" title=\"Benefits of a Security Operations Center\">Benefits of a Security Operations Center<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sattrix.com\/blog\/what-is-a-security-operations-center-soc\/#1_Faster_detection_and_response\" title=\"1. Faster detection and response\">1. Faster detection and response<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sattrix.com\/blog\/what-is-a-security-operations-center-soc\/#2_Unified_visibility_across_the_environment\" title=\"2. Unified visibility across the environment\">2. Unified visibility across the environment<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sattrix.com\/blog\/what-is-a-security-operations-center-soc\/#3_Reduced_risk_of_large-scale_breaches\" title=\"3. Reduced risk of large-scale breaches\">3. Reduced risk of large-scale breaches<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sattrix.com\/blog\/what-is-a-security-operations-center-soc\/#4_Stronger_compliance_and_reporting\" title=\"4. Stronger compliance and reporting\">4. Stronger compliance and reporting<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sattrix.com\/blog\/what-is-a-security-operations-center-soc\/#5_Continuous_security_operations\" title=\"5. Continuous security operations\">5. Continuous security operations<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sattrix.com\/blog\/what-is-a-security-operations-center-soc\/#Partnering_with_Sattrix_for_Modern_SOC_Capabilities\" title=\"Partnering with Sattrix for Modern SOC Capabilities\">Partnering with Sattrix for Modern SOC Capabilities<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sattrix.com\/blog\/what-is-a-security-operations-center-soc\/#End_Note\" title=\"End Note\">End Note<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sattrix.com\/blog\/what-is-a-security-operations-center-soc\/#FAQs\" title=\"FAQs\">FAQs<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sattrix.com\/blog\/what-is-a-security-operations-center-soc\/#1_What_is_a_Security_Operations_Center_SOC\" title=\"1. What is a Security Operations Center (SOC)?\">1. What is a Security Operations Center (SOC)?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sattrix.com\/blog\/what-is-a-security-operations-center-soc\/#2_What_does_SOC_mean_in_cybersecurity\" title=\"2. What does SOC mean in cybersecurity?\">2. What does SOC mean in cybersecurity?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-26\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sattrix.com\/blog\/what-is-a-security-operations-center-soc\/#3_How_does_a_SOC_work\" title=\"3. How does a SOC work?\">3. How does a SOC work?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-27\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sattrix.com\/blog\/what-is-a-security-operations-center-soc\/#4_Why_is_a_SOC_important\" title=\"4. Why is a SOC important?\">4. Why is a SOC important?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-28\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sattrix.com\/blog\/what-is-a-security-operations-center-soc\/#5_What_are_the_main_functions_of_a_SOC\" title=\"5. What are the main functions of a SOC?\">5. What are the main functions of a SOC?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n<p>This gap between visibility and response is where the Security Operations Center (SOC) becomes critical.<\/p>\n<p>Understanding the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sattrix.com\/blog\/managed-soc-services-complete-guide\/\">SOC meaning<\/a><\/strong> is not just about defining a function. It is about understanding how modern organizations operationalize security.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_a_Security_Operations_Center_SOC\"><\/span>What is a Security Operations Center (SOC)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>A Security Operations Center (SOC) is a centralized function responsible for monitoring, detecting, investigating, and responding to cybersecurity threats in real time.<\/p>\n<p>At a deeper level, a SOC represents the operational core of cybersecurity, where:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Security data is continuously analyzed<\/li>\n<li>Threats are identified and validated<\/li>\n<li>Incidents are actively contained and resolved<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>It is the point where security shifts from passive protection to active defense.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_a_SOC_is_Essential_Today\"><\/span>Why a SOC is Essential Today<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Digital environments are no longer linear or contained. They are distributed, interconnected, and constantly changing.<\/p>\n<p>A SOC becomes essential because it brings structure to this complexity. It enables organizations to:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Gain unified visibility across systems and users<\/li>\n<li>Detect threats early before they escalate<\/li>\n<li>Respond quickly to reduce business impact<\/li>\n<li>Maintain continuity in security operations<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Without a SOC, security remains fragmented and reactive.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_a_Security_Operations_Center_Works\"><\/span>How a Security Operations Center Works<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>A SOC operates as a continuous cycle that transforms raw data into actionable decisions.<\/p>\n<p>At a high level, this process includes:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Data collection<\/strong> from endpoints, networks, cloud platforms, and applications<\/li>\n<li><strong>Analysis and correlation<\/strong> to identify suspicious patterns<\/li>\n<li><strong>Alert investigation<\/strong> by analysts to validate threats<\/li>\n<li><strong>Incident response<\/strong> to contain and remediate risks<\/li>\n<li><strong>Continuous improvement<\/strong> through tuning and intelligence<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>While this flow appears structured, its effectiveness depends on how well each stage is connected and refined over time.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Core_Functions_of_a_SOC\"><\/span>Core Functions of a SOC<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>A SOC is defined not just by what it monitors, but by what it consistently delivers.<\/p>\n<p>Its core functions include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Continuous monitoring of systems and user activity<\/li>\n<li>Threat detection using analytics and intelligence<\/li>\n<li>Incident investigation to assess risk and impact<\/li>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sattrix.com\/united-states-us\/expertise\/incident-response-services.php\">Incident response<\/a><\/strong> to contain and resolve threats<\/li>\n<li>Ongoing improvement of detection and response mechanisms<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Together, these functions ensure that security remains active, not reactive.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Key_Components_of_a_SOC\"><\/span>Key Components of a SOC<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>A SOC operates through the alignment of three essential elements.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Technology\"><\/span><span style=\"font-size: 70%;\">Technology<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>SIEM platforms<\/li>\n<li>Endpoint and network detection tools<\/li>\n<li>Threat intelligence systems<\/li>\n<li>Automation and orchestration tools<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"People\"><\/span><span style=\"font-size: 70%;\">People<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>SOC analysts<\/li>\n<li>Threat hunters<\/li>\n<li>Incident responders<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Processes\"><\/span><span style=\"font-size: 70%;\">Processes<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Detection and response workflows<\/li>\n<li>Escalation procedures<\/li>\n<li>Reporting and compliance mechanisms<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Individually, these elements provide capability. Together, they create operational effectiveness.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Types_of_Security_Operations_Centers\"><\/span>Types of Security Operations Centers<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Organizations implement SOCs in different ways depending on scale, maturity, and resources.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"In-house_SOC\"><\/span><span style=\"font-size: 70%;\">In-house SOC<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Built internally, offering full control but requiring significant investment.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Outsourced_SOC\"><\/span><span style=\"font-size: 70%;\">Outsourced SOC<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Managed by external providers, offering scalability and expertise.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Hybrid_SOC\"><\/span><span style=\"font-size: 70%;\">Hybrid SOC<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>A blended approach combining internal oversight with external execution.<\/p>\n<p>The choice is less about structure and more about how effectively security operations can be sustained.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Common_Challenges_in_SOC_Operations\"><\/span>Common Challenges in SOC Operations<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Even well-established SOCs face operational friction.<\/p>\n<p>The most common challenges include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>High alert volumes that overwhelm analysts<\/li>\n<li>False positives that reduce efficiency<\/li>\n<li>Shortage of skilled cybersecurity professionals<\/li>\n<li>Fragmented tools that limit visibility<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Addressing these challenges is critical to <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sattrix.com\/united-states-us\/managed-services\/soc.php\">improving SOC performance<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_SOC_is_Evolving\"><\/span>How SOC is Evolving<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The role of the SOC is changing in response to modern threats.<\/p>\n<p>Today\u2019s SOC is moving toward:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Greater use of automation to reduce manual effort<\/li>\n<li>Integration of threat intelligence for context<\/li>\n<li>Adoption of AI and machine learning for better detection<\/li>\n<li>Proactive threat hunting instead of reactive monitoring<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>This evolution reflects a shift from simply responding to threats to anticipating them.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Benefits_of_a_Security_Operations_Center\"><\/span>Benefits of a Security Operations Center<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>When implemented effectively, a Security Operations Center delivers value that extends beyond technical security. It strengthens how an organization manages risk as a continuous function.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Faster_detection_and_response\"><\/span><span style=\"font-size: 70%;\">1. Faster detection and response <\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>A SOC significantly reduces the time between threat detection and containment, limiting potential damage and business impact.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Unified_visibility_across_the_environment\"><\/span><span style=\"font-size: 70%;\">2. Unified visibility across the environment <\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>It brings together data from systems, users, networks, and applications into a single operational view, enabling better decision-making.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Reduced_risk_of_large-scale_breaches\"><\/span><span style=\"font-size: 70%;\">3. Reduced risk of large-scale breaches <\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Early detection and precise response minimize the likelihood of threats escalating into major security incidents.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Stronger_compliance_and_reporting\"><\/span><span style=\"font-size: 70%;\">4. Stronger compliance and reporting <\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Structured monitoring and documented processes help organizations meet regulatory requirements and maintain audit readiness.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Continuous_security_operations\"><\/span><span style=\"font-size: 70%;\">5. Continuous security operations <\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>More importantly, a SOC ensures that security is always active, evolving from a reactive effort into a sustained operational discipline.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Partnering_with_Sattrix_for_Modern_SOC_Capabilities\"><\/span>Partnering with Sattrix for Modern SOC Capabilities<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>As organizations move from fragmented security setups to more structured operations, the need for a reliable SOC partner becomes increasingly important.<\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sattrix.com\/united-states-us\/\">Sattrix<\/a><\/strong> approaches the Security Operations Center as a continuous function rather than a one-time setup. It brings together threat detection, incident response, and intelligence into a single operational model that evolves with the organization.<\/p>\n<p>With presence across the USA, MEA, India, Spain, and Malaysia, Sattrix enables consistent 24\/7 security operations backed by both global threat intelligence and regional understanding.<\/p>\n<p>This ensures that security is not only continuously monitored, but also aligned with local compliance requirements and changing risk environments.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"End_Note\"><\/span>End Note<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>A Security Operations Center (SOC) is not just a technical capability. It is an operational discipline.<\/p>\n<p>It ensures that security is continuously monitored, intelligently analyzed, and effectively executed. As threats become more complex and environments more dynamic, this capability becomes essential.<\/p>\n<p>In modern cybersecurity, success is not defined by the tools deployed, but by how effectively they are operated. And that responsibility sits at the center of the SOC.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs\"><\/span>FAQs<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_What_is_a_Security_Operations_Center_SOC\"><\/span><span style=\"font-size: 70%;\">1. What is a Security Operations Center (SOC)?<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>A SOC is a centralized function that monitors, detects, and responds to cybersecurity threats in real time.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_What_does_SOC_mean_in_cybersecurity\"><\/span><span style=\"font-size: 70%;\">2. What does SOC mean in cybersecurity?<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>SOC stands for Security Operations Center, the operational hub where security events are analyzed and managed.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_How_does_a_SOC_work\"><\/span><span style=\"font-size: 70%;\">3. How does a SOC work?<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>A SOC collects security data, analyzes it for threats, investigates alerts, and responds to incidents continuously.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Why_is_a_SOC_important\"><\/span><span style=\"font-size: 70%;\">4. Why is a SOC important?<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>A SOC helps detect threats early, reduces response time, and strengthens overall security posture.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_What_are_the_main_functions_of_a_SOC\"><\/span><span style=\"font-size: 70%;\">5. 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