With the increasing importance of cybersecurity, agencies are now turning towards next-generation security information and event management (SIEM) systems. These systems play a critical role in providing agencies with a holistic view of their IT environments, allowing them to identify and mitigate potential threats.
Unlike traditional SIEM systems, next-gen SIEM platforms aggregate data from various sources such as cloud, on-premises, hyperconverged, and hybrid environments. This unified data platform enables agencies to apply modern intelligence and analytics in real-time workflows.
Some next-gen SIEM systems also incorporate security orchestration, automation, and response (SOAR) capabilities, enhancing the overall security posture of organizations. It’s essential for agencies to choose the right SIEM tool based on their specific mission requirements.
Enhancing Incident Response with Next-Gen SIEM
One of the key features of next-gen SIEM is its ability to facilitate faster incident response. These systems offer flexible storage options to accommodate large volumes of data from diverse sources. This scalability allows for improved data retention, efficient storage management, and optimized compression algorithms.
By leveraging automation and orchestration capabilities, next-gen SIEM can swiftly respond to security incidents, including advanced threats like ransomware. The integration of global threat intelligence feeds further strengthens an organization’s ability to detect and mitigate potential attacks.
Sam Curcuruto, principal product marketing manager at Commvault, emphasizes the importance of integrating data from multiple sources to gain a comprehensive view of the IT environment. Machine learning and artificial intelligence technologies play a crucial role in detecting patterns and anomalies that traditional SIEM systems may overlook.
Sam Kinch, Director of Technical Account Management at Tanium
Challenges and Recommendations for Next-Gen SIEM Implementation
While next-gen SIEM systems offer advanced security capabilities, integrating them into existing IT infrastructures can be challenging. Organizations must address issues related to data integration, resource management, and training for security teams.
Clear objectives for deploying next-gen SIEM are crucial to harness its benefits effectively. Ongoing training and awareness programs are essential for security teams to leverage SIEM tools successfully and keep up with evolving security practices.
Sam Kinch recommends a hybrid approach that combines critical asset analytics with real-time visibility through a visibility platform solution. This approach can help reduce operational costs while ensuring complete enterprise-wide visibility and control.
