Threat Vector by Palo Alto Networks Transform Your SOC And Get Ahead Of The Threats
Feb 20, 2025
Clay Brothers, a Senior Director at Palo Alto Networks' Unit 42, shares his expertise on transforming Security Operations Centers amidst evolving threats. He emphasizes the necessity of integrating AI and automation to enhance threat detection and response. The conversation dives into real-world examples of SOC modernization, highlighting the shift from manual processes to automated solutions. Clay advocates for proactive risk assessments, showcasing how to build cyber resilience and future-proof security operations against sophisticated cyber challenges.
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Continuous SOC Improvement
- Continuously improve and adapt your SOC, even after reaching milestones.
- Threat actors constantly evolve, so your SOC must also evolve to keep up.
Oil and Gas SOC Transformation
- Clay Brothers' passion for SOC transformation stemmed from an 8-month project with an oil and gas company.
- This project covered diverse areas like SOC charters, incident response plans, playbook design, and tool selection.
SOC Transformation Defined
- SOC transformation bridges the gap between a company's current security posture and its desired future state.
- Traditional SOC models struggle with siloed data and static detections, making transformation essential.
