5 steps for a smooth SIEM implementation

SIEM migration doesn't have to be chaotic. Smart planning and phased deployment can prevent a rocky rollout and pave the way for a smooth transition. Here's your roadmap.

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• Karen Scarfone, Scarfone Cybersecurity

Security information and event management technology has long been a cornerstone of the SOC -- collecting, correlating and centralizing security data to enable more efficient and effective threat detection and incident response.

SIEM integrates with tools, services and endpoints across an organization and handles massive amounts of data, making migration a significant undertaking. The good news is that thoughtful and strategic planning can make the difference between a rocky and smooth deployment. If you've recently purchased SIEM technology or are in the process of doing so, let's examine some best practices for implementation.