- Mapping network topology and gaining an overview of assets
- Identification of log sources and data flow analysis
- Adaptation to compliance frameworks (SOC 2, ISO 27001, NIS2)
- Threat modeling and use case prioritization
- SIEM sizing and architecture specification
- Deployment and configuration of the SIEM/SOAR platform
- Installation of log collectors and forwarding setup
- API integration with security tools (EDR, firewall, cloud)
- Development of custom parsers and field normalization
- Tuning detection rules and automating workflows (playbooks)
- RBAC configuration and preparation of workspaces for analysts
- Shift handover procedures and escalation matrix
- Activation of 24/7 monitoring and alert routing
- Validation of the incident response workflow
- Reduction of false positives and rule improvement
- KPI tracking (MTTD, MTTR, alert accuracy)
- Quarterly threat hunting exercises and workflow updates