Stand out with Security Analyst Level 1 (SAL1). An entry-level, hands-on security analyst certification built by industry experts. Prove your skills, showcase real-world experience, and launch your cyber security career.
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Why get TryHackMe SAL1 certified??
Stand out with just SAL1
1000 people apply for every 1 entry-level job ad. Stand out with SAL1, the closest certification to real analyst experience. Show employers you're job-ready.
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Land your dream job
Simulated SOC environment
Prioritise, investigate, and triage alerts in a security operations center in real-time with report grading.
The closest thing to real-world work experience
Prove you're job ready

Industry recognised
Trusted by 4 million users, TryHackMe is the world's largest cyber security platform. Built with Accenture and Salesforce, SAL1 equips you with skills valued by top cyber security employers.
Earn a verifiable certificate
Gain a competitive edge
Flexible learning
SAL1 includes 1000+ on-demand labs, giving you everything you need to succeed.
Comprehensive training for all skill levels
Fits around your work or studies
SAL1 is an excellent starting point for anyone looking to show their competency in SOC fundamentals. The hands-on training simulations validate learners not only understand core SOC concepts but can also apply them in practice. This certification helps to demonstrate someone has the baseline skills and competency that are required to be successful in a SOC environment, and helping them to progress their cybersecurity career.
Haroon Mahmood
Detection & Response at Salesforce
The SAL1 without a doubt tests knowledge that a SOC analyst NEEDS to know in order to do their job. Having worked as a security analyst for years now, I loved how much more practical the exam was compared to other certificates that job listings tend to ask for. One of the best SOC analyst practical certifications available!
Mad Hat
Senior Security Analyst
This is a game-changer for anyone looking to break into cybersecurity as a Security Analyst. The SOC simulation is one of the most realistic environments I've tested, it mirrors real-world SOC work, where you'll have to react fast, piece together evidence, and get experience making critical decisions under pressure. Highly recommend for anyone interested in blue team.
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Verifiable certificate
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Complete the exam at your own pace in a 24 hour period.
SAL1 costs €349 with training included or €297 for existing premium subscribers.
Get 3 months of premium for free to complete cyber fundamentals and SOCL1 path.
If you don’t pass on your first attempt, don’t worry. All certification purchases come with 1 free retake.
Meeting Accenture
Identified key skills with hiring managers and SOC teams.
Industry Research
Spoke with 100s of hiring managers and security analysts.
Building SOC Simulator
Developed with Salesforce, Accenture, Fortune 500s.
SAL1 Beta Testing
Hosted workshops, client demos, and ran mentorship programs.
Final Validation
Refined with senior analysts, JustEat, Salesforce, and industry experts.
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