SIEM

SIEM (Security Information and Event Management) is a cybersecurity tool that collects, analyzes, and correlates security event data from various sources like network devices, servers, and applications in real-time. It provides centralized monitoring, threat detection, and incident response capabilities by aggregating logs and generating alerts for suspicious activities. SIEM tools help organizations maintain security compliance and improve their overall security posture through automated reporting and dashboards.

Also known as: Security Information and Event Management, SIEM Tools, Security Monitoring Tools, Log Management, SecOps

Why learn SIEM?

Developers should learn SIEM tools when working in security-focused roles, such as DevSecOps, cloud security, or incident response, to monitor and protect infrastructure from threats. It's essential for compliance with regulations like GDPR, HIPAA, or PCI-DSS, as it provides audit trails and security reporting. Use cases include detecting data breaches, analyzing attack patterns, and automating responses to security incidents in enterprise environments.

Learning Resources

• docs: Splunk SIEM Documentation
• course: IBM QRadar SIEM Fundamentals Course
• video: Introduction to SIEM on YouTube by John Hammond
• tutorial: SIEM with the ELK Stack Tutorial