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I need a cybersecurity professional to complete a Security Operations Center (SOC) lab project in a virtual environment consisting of a Kali Linux attacker machine, a victim machine, and a monitoring machine. The project requires configuring Splunk and log forwarding, installing and configuring Snort IDS, creating custom detection rules, integrating Snort alerts with Splunk, using TestMyNIDS to generate and detect multiple attacks, setting up SSH and performing a Hydra brute-force attack with corresponding Snort detection rules, installing and using Greenbone/OpenVAS to perform a vulnerability scan, and capturing screenshots proving each stage works correctly. The final deliverables should include the fully configured lab environment, evidence/screenshots for all tasks, and a well-structured 15–20 page report (maximum 3,000 words) containing an introduction, step-by-step explanations with screenshots, and a conclusion. Experience with Splunk, Snort, Kali Linux, Hydra, Greenbone/OpenVAS, VMware or VirtualBox, Linux administration, and SOC/SIEM concepts is required. Please provide your estimated completion time, pricing, and examples of similar projects you have completed.
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Hi there, I see you’re looking for a cybersecurity professional to set up a virtual Security Operations Center (SOC) lab. This project involves configuring various components like Kali Linux, Snort IDS, and Splunk, and ensuring they work together seamlessly. With my 4+ years of experience in cybersecurity and virtualization, I can help create a fully functional lab environment that meets your requirements. My approach would involve setting up each machine, configuring log forwarding, and creating custom detection rules in Snort. I’ll also ensure that the integration with Splunk is smooth and that all necessary tests for attacks are conducted, capturing screenshots throughout the process. Finally, I will compile a detailed report to document every step. Could you clarify if you have specific scenarios in mind for the attacks you want to test with TestMyNIDS? Best regards, Arslan Shahid
£20 GBP in 3 days
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16 freelancers are bidding on average £157 GBP for this job

Hi, I can assist with the complete SOC lab project from environment configuration through final documentation. I have experience working with Splunk, Snort IDS, Kali Linux, Hydra, OpenVAS/Greenbone, SIEM workflows, log forwarding, custom detection rules, vulnerability assessments, and virtualized lab environments using VMware and VirtualBox. For this project I can: • Configure Splunk and log forwarding • Install and tune Snort with custom detection rules • Integrate Snort alerts into Splunk dashboards • Execute TestMyNIDS attack scenarios and validate detections • Configure SSH services and perform Hydra brute-force testing with corresponding IDS rules • Deploy and run OpenVAS/Greenbone vulnerability scans • Capture evidence screenshots for every required stage • Deliver a professional 15–20 page report with methodology, screenshots, findings, and conclusions I focus on producing clear documentation and reproducible results so the lab can be demonstrated and verified easily. Please share the project brief/rubric, and I can provide an accurate timeline and fixed-price estimate. Best regards, Muhammad Usman
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Hello, I’m interested in assisting with your Virtual SOC Lab project. I have hands-on experience with Splunk, Snort IDS, Kali Linux, Hydra, OpenVAS/Greenbone, VMware/VirtualBox, and SOC monitoring workflows. I can configure the complete lab environment, integrate Snort alerts with Splunk, develop custom detection rules, perform and document the required testing activities, and deliver a professional report with clear explanations and supporting screenshots for each task. My deliverables will include the fully configured environment, evidence of successful detections and scans, and a well-structured report meeting your academic requirements. I can provide regular progress updates throughout the project and ensure all documentation is organized, accurate, and easy to follow. I would be happy to discuss your deadline, environment specifications, and any additional requirements before getting started.
£135 GBP in 7 days
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Hey, I bring the exact expertise and hands-on experience you require for your SOC lab project. Having worked with similar tools like Splunk, Snort, Kali Linux, Hydra, and Greenbone/OpenVAS, I am very comfortable navigating through these systems to configure them as per your needs. Our virtual environment will be excellently set up with VMware or VirtualBox to replicate real-world circumstances effectively. with my proficiency in crafting concise and well-structured reports (as shown in prior projects), you can expect an engrossing 15-20 page report complete with a suitable introduction and conclusion concerning your SOC lab project. Choosing me isn't just about attaining technical solutions but getting a partner that values your growth and operational excellence. I ensure my projects aren't just completed on time but also exceed expectations both in terms of quality and functionality.
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I am excited to help you with the SOC lab project. My background in network administration and internet security makes me a great fit. I have hands-on experience with Kali Linux, Splunk, and configuring IDS systems like Snort. I will set up the environment with a Kali Linux attacker and a victim machine, ensuring all components work seamlessly. I’ll configure Splunk for log forwarding and integrate custom Snort detection rules, allowing comprehensive monitoring. I can also generate multiple attack scenarios with TestMyNIDS and set up SSH for a Hydra brute-force attack. Evaluating vulnerabilities with Greenbone/OpenVAS will be part of the scan process, and I’ll ensure you get screenshots documenting each critical step. You’ll receive a structured report with a thorough explanation of each procedure to match your requirements. What specific custom rules do you want for Snort? How familiar are you with using VMware or VirtualBox? What is your timeline for project completion? Do you need detailed documentation for each phase?
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Hello, I’m an IT expert with over 20 years of experience in the industry. I hold certifications as a Cisco Certified Networking Professional (300-100 and 300-115), Linux Certified Professional (LPI 101, 102, 103), Red Hat Certified System Administrator, VMware Certified Professional (versions 4, 5, and 5.5), as well as being a Microsoft System Administrator/Engineer from 2003 to 2022 and AZ104
£250 GBP in 3 days
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The technical scope here is very clear, and the real challenge is not installing the tools but validating the complete attack-to-detection workflow across all three machines. I've built similar SOC lab environments involving Kali, Splunk, Snort, Hydra and OpenVAS where the objective was to demonstrate detection, correlation and reporting rather than just tool installation. I'd approach this by first building and validating the virtual environment, then configuring log forwarding and custom Snort rules for TestMyNIDS and SSH brute-force detection. Once all alerts are confirmed inside Splunk, I'll document every stage with screenshots and produce the final report with step-by-step explanations aligned to the project requirements. Since the attached brief specifies evidence for every stage, each task will be verified before moving to the next. Assuming no unexpected VM issues, I can complete the entire project, including the report, within 3-4 days.
£20 GBP in 7 days
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Heads up, the bid amount and delivery time shown are rough placeholders. We'll firm those up once we've had a quick chat about your timeline and any specific requirements. Looks like you need a fully documented SOC lab stood up in a virtual environment, covering the whole attack-detect-analyse loop. That means wiring together Kali, a victim host, and a monitoring machine, then layering in Splunk for SIEM, Snort for intrusion detection, and Greenbone/OpenVAS for vulnerability scanning. The end goal is a clean, screenshot-backed report that proves every stage actually works, not just theory on paper. Here's how we'd approach this: - Lab environment: Three VMs in VirtualBox or VMware, network-isolated so traffic flows correctly between attacker, victim, and monitor. Snapshots at each stage so nothing is lost if something needs to be rolled back. - Splunk + log forwarding: Splunk installed on the monitoring machine with Universal Forwarder on the victim, piping syslog and event data in. Custom indexes and a basic dashboard so alerts are visible at a glance. - Snort IDS + custom rules: Snort configured in inline or NIDS mode on the monitoring machine, with rules written specifically for the Hydra SSH brute-force and the TestMyNIDS attack signatures. Snort alerts piped into Splunk via syslog so everything surfaces in one place. - Attack simulation: Hydra brute-force against SSH on the victim, TestMyNIDS for broader signature testing, and an OpenVAS scan to round out the vulnerability side. Each step captured with screenshots showing detection firing correctly. - Report: A well-structured 15-20 page document with an introduction, step-by-step walkthroughs tied to the screenshots, and a conclusion. Kept under 3,000 words as required, readable and properly formatted. After a short scope chat we'll put together a written proposal covering deliverables, timeline and a firm price. Want to jump on a quick call this week to walk through it? Best, 96 Studio
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Hi, I can deliver a fully configured SOC lab environment that meets your requirements with confidence. My extensive experience with Splunk, Snort, Kali Linux, and other tools in your stack ensures a streamlined setup. I will configure log forwarding, custom detection rules, and integrate Snort alerts into Splunk while leveraging TestMyNIDS to simulate various attacks effectively. I'll ensure thorough documentation with screenshots at each stage, culminating in a well-structured report that captures all key elements of the project. My familiarity with VMware and Linux administration further guarantees a reliable and efficient execution. To align with your expectations, could you specify any preferred attack scenarios for the Hydra brute-force test? Also, what is your desired timeline for project completion? I’m ready to get started immediately and will provide you with a clear timeline and pricing once I have your input. Thank you.
£152 GBP in 7 days
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As an accomplished and well-rounded cybersecurity professional, I'm ideally placed to bring depth, ingenuity, and hands-on expertise to your SOC lab project. My five years in digital marketing, with a core focus on managing campaigns across varied platforms, has only been enhanced by my commitment to fortifying IT systems and safeguarding sensitive information. Not only am I extensively competent in the particular tools and technologies required by this project - Splunk, Snort, Kali Linux, OpenVAS - I understand the importance of every nuanced step involved in creating a robust environment that can ideally protect data. More than just completing the tasks, I recognize how each part integrates into the larger whole of a SOC system. Furthermore, my experience working with AI and automation will prove immensely helpful in effectively setting up and optimizing the overall functioning of your SOC lab environment. Centered in Linux administration and well-versed with VMware and virtual box environments (amongst others), I'm uniquely capable of generating effective results even under strict timeframes. Let me bring my proven ability to deliver technical projects within budget and high-standard documentation skills to guarantee you an excellently executed virtual SOC lab deserving your trust. Together, we can build a secure space on which you can rely consistently.
£135 GBP in 3 days
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Hi — so it's six text-only videos, no audio, and you need every bit of on-screen text pulled out exactly as it appears and dropped into a clean CSV. The "exactly as it appears" part is the whole game here — I won't fix spelling, won't tidy punctuation, won't paraphrase anything. Whatever's on screen is what goes in the file. I know your real worry is accuracy, since you're going to spot-check it. So I don't do one pass and hope for the best — I transcribe everything, then go back through the footage a second time and check it line by line before it ever reaches you. The stuff that usually gets missed is the text that flashes for half a second or sits over a busy background, so that's exactly where I slow down and scrub frame by frame. And I'll add a timecode for each line so you can jump straight to the source frame for anything you want to double-check. On the confidentiality side — the files stay with me, nothing gets shared, quoted, or screenshotted anywhere, and I delete my copies once you've approved. What you end up with is one UTF-8 CSV, each piece of on-screen text as its own row, in the order it shows up, with a timecode column next to it. Couple of quick things so I match what you have in mind: Timecodes as real video time (HH:MM:SS) or frame number? If some text stays up for a few seconds, do you want one row with a start time, or a row each time it reappears? Any extra column you'd want — like which video the line came from? P.S. Honestly, this is the kind of finicky, detail-heavy job I actually enjoy — there's a small satisfaction in handing something back that passes the spot-check on the first try.
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Hello sir I have extensive hands-on experience in identifying and exploiting vulnerabilities across various operating systems and network services, having worked extensively with Kali Linux, Nmap, Wireshark, Metasploit, Snort, Splunk, Hydra, and Greenbone/OpenVAS in multiple SOC lab environments. My expertise includes configuring Splunk as a central SIEM with log forwarding from victim and monitoring machines, installing and fine-tuning Snort IDS with custom detection rules for brute-force and port-scan attacks, and integrating Snort alerts directly into Splunk for real-time correlation and dashboards. I have successfully deployed TestMyNIDS to simulate multi-vector attacks and validated detection coverage, while also using Hydra for SSH brute-force campaigns and Greenbone/OpenVAS for comprehensive vulnerability assessments against Metasploitable targets. I am equally proficient in VMware and VirtualBox for virtual networking, Linux system administration, and troubleshooting complex log flows, ensuring every component communicates seamlessly. With a proven track record of delivering fully documented lab projects, I can provide a detailed 15–20 page report with screenshots, step-by-step configurations, and a thorough conclusion within your required timeline and budget. Let me know if you'd like this shortened or tailored further.
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Dear Client, How are you? I hope this proposal finds you well. I'M A CERTIFIED ETHICAL HACKER & CYBER SECURITY PROFESSIONAL, WELL VERSED WITH YOUR PROJECT REQUIREMENTS This is to inform you that I have KEENLY gone through your project description, CLEARLY understood all the project requirements as instructed in your project proposal and this is to let you know that I will perfectly deliver as desired. Being in possession of all stated required skills as this is my field of professional specialization having completed all certifications and developed adequate experience in the respective field, I hereby humbly request you to consider my bid for professional, quality and affordable services that meet all your requirements. I always guarantee timely delivery and unlimited revisions where necessary hence you are assured of utmost satisfaction when working with me. Please send me a message so that we can discuss more and seal the project. WELCOME.
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I have carefully reviewed the project brief and understand this is not just tool installation but a structured SOC simulation demonstrating how detection, monitoring, and vulnerability tools work together. I can complete this end‑to‑end with proper configuration, validation, and structured reporting. Approach: • Build three‑machine virtual lab (Kali attacker, vulnerable victim, monitoring machine). • Configure Splunk server and forward logs from victim with verified IP visibility. • Install Snort with custom ICMP rule and validate alert generation. • Integrate Snort alerts into Splunk using the Snort app. • Use testmynids to simulate multiple attacks and confirm detection. • Configure SSH on victim, execute Hydra brute‑force, create Snort rule for failed logins. • Install Greenbone CE and perform vulnerability scan with evidence. I will ensure: • Alerts trigger correctly and are visible. • Clear screenshots for each step. • Report follows required format (intro, steps, conclusion). • Within 3,000‑word limit. Estimated time: 4-5 days Budget: £250 GBP Experience includes Splunk, Snort, Kali Linux, Hydra, Greenbone, and SOC/SIEM workflows. Happy to provide a walkthrough if needed.
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