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Modern SOC

The Classic Approach to Security Operations and its Challenges

In the classic approach to security operations, the focus was primarily on accumulating vast amounts of activity and event data from the digital environment. This data was funnelled into Security Incident & Event Management (SIEM) systems, an essential foundational step. However, it often led to a significant challenge: "Collection is not detection."

Issue:

The classic approach yielded extensive datasets but often lacked actionable insights.

Queries:

Human analysts created queries to identify malicious attacks.

Drawback:

Static queries struggled to keep up with dynamic cyber threats.

False Positives:

These queries generated numerous false positive alerts.

Impact:

False alarms consumed valuable analyst time, diverting them from real security incidents.

SOC 2.0

Where Human-Centric
Security Operations
Meets Modern Threats

SOC 2.0 represents the evolution of security operations, rooted in a human-centric approach that leverages technology to augment human capabilities. It acknowledges the dynamic nature of multi-cloud and hybrid environments and the constant threat posed by adaptable human attackers and their automated tools.

Human-Centric:

Empowers security professionals with technology rather than replacing them.

Key Metrics:

Introduces metrics for aligning security operations with organizational risk goals:

Effectiveness (MTTR): Mean Time to Remediate (MTTR) measures the speed of risk mitigation.

Responsiveness (MTTA): Mean Time to Acknowledge (MTTA) tracks human response time to detection alerts.

Alert Quality: Focuses on maintaining high-quality alert feeds to prevent false positives.

Inspired by Various Disciplines:

Draws inspiration from military doctrine, fighter combat, psychology, and more.

Proactive Threat Hunting:

Involves hypothesis-driven exploration of data sources to seek undetected adversaries, enhancing overall security posture.

Modern SOC:

Transforming Cybersecurity Investigations

In the constantly evolving world of cybersecurity, the Modern Security Operations Center (SOC) represents a significant paradigm shift in how we approach and address security challenges. Unlike its predecessors, the Modern SOC isn't just about tools and processes; it's a holistic transformation in how we investigate and respond to security threats, and it promises to be a game-changer. Modern SOC is a transformative evolution in security operations, emphasizing agility, integration, collaboration, visibility, and proactive threat prevention. With its ability to respond swiftly to emerging threats, it offers organizations a resilient defence against the ever-evolving landscape of cyber risks.

This new model takes into account the realities of a Modern Workplace:

  • Global and distributed
    workforces

  • Multiple home/office
    networks

  • Sharing and external
    Collaboration

  • Multi-cloud
    access

  • Abundance of
    devices and IoT

At CSP we are constantly evolving while remaining true to our mission: which is to empower you to do more with less. The next paradigm shift, and our vision for the future, is combining Microsoft Security Copilot with user-engagement. Taking lessons from nudge theory and choice architecture we have evolved modern methods for SOC to user interation and transformed the way our cyberteam interact and protect the digital worker.

CSP have developed an end user-integrated system. This can be run by our security analysts to prompt workers within Microsoft Teams and email and verify if the worker did perform certain activities, such as This gives the workforce greater to possibilities to engage with the Modern Workplace, while giving the IT team the ability to verify and distinguish legitimate and known actions from malicious anomolies.

Here's how Modern SOC is different and better than previous approaches:

Dynamic Adaptability:

Modern SOC stands out by its inherent flexibility and adaptability. Unlike traditional security operations that often rely on static procedures, Modern SOC thrives in a dynamic environment. It's designed to evolve with the ever-changing threat landscape, ensuring that organizations remain prepared for new and emerging threats.

Integrated Approach:

One of the key distinctions of Modern SOC is its integration of advanced technologies. It leverages state-of-the-art solutions like Microsoft Security Copilot to create a unified and seamless approach to cybersecurity investigations. This integration eliminates the need to jump between multiple tools, simplifying the investigative process and improving efficiency.

Real-time Collaboration:

Collaboration is at the heart of Modern SOC. The Copilot introduces real-time collaboration features, allowing security teams to work together efficiently. This real-time collaboration is crucial in responding to advanced threats, ensuring that insights are shared promptly and enabling a united response to potential security incidents.

Enhanced Visibility:

Modern SOC ensures comprehensive visibility across an organization's security landscape. By consolidating data from various sources, it offers an extensive view of potential threats. This heightened visibility streamlines the identification of security issues, enabling security teams to proactively detect and mitigate risks.

Proactive Threat Detection:

Leveraging advanced technologies such as artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning, Modern SOC enhances threat detection. By analyzing historical data and patterns, it allows for the proactive identification of anomalies and security risks. This approach paves the way for a robust threat prevention strategy.

Efficient Incident Response:

In the fast-paced world of cybersecurity, time is of the essence. Modern SOC streamlines workflows, automating manual tasks and enabling faster responses to security incidents. This not only reduces potential damage but also fortifies an organization's overall security posture.