{"id":573,"date":"2021-08-10T05:55:50","date_gmt":"2021-08-10T05:55:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sattrix.com\/blog\/?p=573"},"modified":"2024-07-20T11:04:50","modified_gmt":"2024-07-20T11:04:50","slug":"security-operations-center-key-principles","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.sattrix.com\/blog\/security-operations-center-key-principles\/","title":{"rendered":"Building a Resilient Security Operations Center: Key Principles for Effective Cybersecurity"},"content":{"rendered":"<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Many organizations, especially those who outsource their business operations to third-party vendors, prioritize information security. Mishandling of data can attract cyberattacks and breaches, which can have severe consequences. A well-managed security operation acts as a center to detect cyber threats in their early stages. It is worth noting that a successful Security Operations Center (SOC) must handle millions of threats every day.<\/p><div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_69 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title \" >Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-5'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sattrix.com\/blog\/security-operations-center-key-principles\/#1_Set_up_a_guarded_perimeter\" title=\"1. Set up a guarded perimeter\u00a0 \u00a0\">1. Set up a guarded perimeter\u00a0 \u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-5'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sattrix.com\/blog\/security-operations-center-key-principles\/#2_Deploy_customized_threat_intelligence_and_machine_learning\" title=\"2. Deploy customized threat intelligence and machine learning\u00a0 \u00a0\">2. Deploy customized threat intelligence and machine learning\u00a0 \u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-5'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sattrix.com\/blog\/security-operations-center-key-principles\/#3_Always_apply_the_practice_of_security\" title=\"3. Always apply the practice of security.\u00a0 \u00a0\">3. Always apply the practice of security.\u00a0 \u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-5'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sattrix.com\/blog\/security-operations-center-key-principles\/#4_Total_Confidentiality_of_the_data\" title=\"4. Total Confidentiality of the data\u00a0 \u00a0\">4. Total Confidentiality of the data\u00a0 \u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-5'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sattrix.com\/blog\/security-operations-center-key-principles\/#5_Privacy_Checkup\" title=\"5. Privacy Checkup \u00a0\">5. Privacy Checkup \u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-5'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sattrix.com\/blog\/security-operations-center-key-principles\/#Our_Verdict\" title=\"Our Verdict\">Our Verdict<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">To manage these threats, a managed <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sattrix.com\/managed-services\/soc-as-a-service.php\"><strong><u>SOC services<\/u><\/strong><\/a> must rely on technology, work culture, and processes. While technology is advanced and trustworthy, relying entirely on it can be a huge mistake. Although there is no single way to succeed, there are fundamental principles and approaches to follow. If you are looking for better results without transforming or sticking to traditional methods, you might end up disappointed.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Cybersecurity industry giants have proposed principles to ensure adequate global security operations centers.<\/p>\n<h5><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Set_up_a_guarded_perimeter\"><\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">1. Set up a guarded perimeter\u00a0 <\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h5>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Establishing a secured perimeter can ensure a centralized coverage of cyber threats. It not only reduces the potential of threats but also does not allow them to surface any adversary. A guarded perimeter can be accompanied by indicators, behavioral analysis on the host side to create network boundaries for protection.<\/p>\n<h5><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Deploy_customized_threat_intelligence_and_machine_learning\"><\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">2. Deploy customized threat intelligence and machine learning\u00a0 <\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h5>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Professionals at the manage security operation center can use a customized threat intelligence source to detect the potential threats in the environment. Like two people are not similar; in the same way, every business does not face the same threats.\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.sattrix.com\/managed-services\/soc-as-a-service.php\" rel=\"noopener dofollow\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Managed SOC<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u00a0experts should understand the defensive architecture that is already in place. Furthermore, when SOC specialists meet a considerable amount of threats, they should employ ML(machine learning) concepts to eliminate the volume of threats. A great SOC should include effective countermeasures to fight undetected threats.<\/span><\/p>\n<h5><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Always_apply_the_practice_of_security\"><\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">3. Always apply the practice of security.\u00a0 <\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h5>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">The practice of security refers to the protection of security resources against unauthorized sources. The control on the access helps prevent the abuse of the system, for instance, access to data, disclosure of sensitive information, and misuse of the software. Two-factor authentication is a valuable method that can help to prevent security breaches that can lead to unauthorized access from malicious resources.<\/p>\n<h5><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Total_Confidentiality_of_the_data\"><\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">4. Total Confidentiality of the data\u00a0 <\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h5>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Confidentiality of data plays an essential role in deciding with whom you should share your organization\u2019s data and how much needs to be disclosed. For example, sensitive data like internal price lists, business plans, company personnel only need to be shared with people who hold the topmost rank in the organization.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">For total Confidentiality of the data, encryption has proved to be the best cybersecurity practice.<\/p>\n<h5><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Privacy_Checkup\"><\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">5. Privacy Checkup <\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h5>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">The privacy checkup addresses the collection of data and how that data is kept secure. It includes collection, use, retention, disclosure, or disposal of the personal information that the organization collects. Controls can be put in place to protect all personal information from unauthorized access.<\/p>\n<h5><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Our_Verdict\"><\/span>Our Verdict<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h5>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Lastly, it can be said that if you want an effective Managed Security Operations Center, you need to follow some fundamental principles. However, keep in mind that there is no fixed or single way to secure your IT infrastructure, and you will need to keep updating and transforming your approach. Additionally, don&#8217;t overlook your organization&#8217;s work culture, and maintain a certain level of diversity. It&#8217;s also crucial to analyze your organization regularly and perform vulnerability assessments.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">If you face any difficulties, please <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sattrix.com\/contact-us.php\">contact us<\/a>, and we will resolve your issues as soon as possible.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Many organizations, especially those who outsource their business operations to third-party vendors, prioritize information security.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":583,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_monsterinsights_skip_tracking":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_active":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_note":"","_monsterinsights_sitenote_category":0},"categories":[22,15],"tags":[65,17,35,66,34],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.sattrix.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/573"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.sattrix.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.sattrix.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.sattrix.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.sattrix.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=573"}],"version-history":[{"count":18,"href":"https:\/\/www.sattrix.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/573\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":1547,"href":"https:\/\/www.sattrix.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/573\/revisions\/1547"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.sattrix.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/583"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.sattrix.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=573"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.sattrix.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=573"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.sattrix.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=573"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}