---
url: "https://xcademia.com/courses/elastic-elk-security-engineer"
title: " Elastic (ELK) Security Engineer"
description: "Learn ELK SIEM with Elasticsearch, Logstash, and Kibana for detection engineering, threat hunting, and SOC operations in hands-on labs."
publishedAt: "2026-03-21T09:31:00.656401+00:00"
updatedAt: "2026-03-30T22:50:53.7265+00:00"
type: course
code: "CYB-0100"
level: Practitioner
duration_days: "3"
track: "SOC Analyst & Threat Hunting"
category: "Cybersecurity & Ethical Hacking"
credential_tier: tier1
price_gbp: "1999"
---

#  Elastic (ELK) Security Engineer

> Build and operate ELK-based SIEM for log ingestion, detection, and threat hunting. Learn through mentor-led, practical SOC scenarios using Elasticsearch, Logstash, and Kibana.

## Overview

Elastic (ELK) Security Engineer equips professionals with the skills to build and operate a modern SIEM using Elasticsearch, Logstash, and Kibana. The course focuses on real-world SOC use cases including log ingestion, detection engineering, and threat hunting workflows.

Through mentor-led sessions and hands-on labs, learners will configure pipelines, create dashboards, and develop detection rules for identifying suspicious activity. The programme also explores how to analyse logs effectively and respond to security events using ELK.

By the end of the course, participants will be able to deploy ELK for security monitoring, perform threat hunting, and support incident response operations. This course is ideal for those working in or transitioning into SOC and blue team roles.

## Prerequisites

- Basic understanding of networking and security concepts
- Familiarity with Linux and command line
- Basic knowledge of logs and monitoring

## What you will learn

- Design ELK-based SIEM architectures
- Analyse logs for security insights
- Implement detection rules and alerts
- Perform threat hunting activities
- Investigate and respond to incidents
- Optimise SIEM performance and accuracy

## Skills you will gain

- ELK stack configuration
- Log ingestion and parsing
- SIEM operations
- Detection engineering
- Threat hunting techniques
- Incident investigation

## Career progression

- SOC Analyst
- Security Engineer
- Threat Hunter
- Incident Responder
- Blue Team Engineer

## Curriculum

1. **Module 1: Getting Ready**
   - Course orientation and ELK overview
   - Lab environment setup
   - Introduction to SIEM concepts
2. **Module 2:  Elasticsearch Fundamentals**
   - Indexing and querying data
   - Data structures and mappings
   - Performance and scaling basics
3. **Module 3: Logstash and Data Ingestion**
   - Log pipeline design
   - Parsing and enrichment
   - Integrating multiple log sources
4. **Module 4:  Kibana for Security Operations**
   - Dashboards and visualisations
   - Investigating logs
   - Building SOC workflows
5. **Module 5: Detection Engineering**
   - Creating detection rules
   - Alerting and thresholds
   - Reducing false positives
6. **Module 6: Threat Hunting with ELK**
   - Hypothesis-driven hunting
   - Searching for anomalies
   - Using threat intelligence
7. **Module 7: Incident Response Workflows**
   - Investigating alerts
   - Correlating events
   - Documenting incidents
8. **Module 8: AI in SIEM **
   - AI-assisted anomaly detection
   - Automating alert triage
   - Risks and limitations of AI in SOC

## Exam & certification

You will receive an Xcademia certificate of completion based on participation and successful completion of labs and scenario simulations.

## Delivery options

- **Live Online** — Join live instructor-led sessions from anywhere. Interactive, engaging, and flexible.
- **Onsite Training** — We come to you. Training delivered at your workplace for teams of 6 or more.
- **Venue-Based** — Classroom training at a professional venue. Ideal for focused, immersive learning.
- **Blended** — Combine online and in-person learning for maximum flexibility and impact.

## Frequently asked questions

**What is the ELK stack?**

It is a set of tools (Elasticsearch, Logstash, Kibana) used for log analysis and SIEM operations.



**Is this course suitable for beginners?**

It is best suited for those with basic security or IT knowledge.



**Will I build a real SIEM?**

Yes, you will configure and use ELK in practical scenarios.



**Does this include threat hunting?**

Yes, threat hunting is a key part of the course.



**Will I receive a certificate?**

Yes, you will receive a Certificate of Achievement after completion.

## Course at a glance

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Code | CYB-0100 |
| Duration | 3 days |
| Level | Practitioner |
| Track | SOC Analyst & Threat Hunting |
| Category | Cybersecurity & Ethical Hacking |
| Credential tier | tier1 |
| Price (GBP) | £1999 |

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