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Benefits of Cloud Native SIEM

Written by Megan SHAW | May 12, 2021 7:34:00 AM

Table of Content

  • Introduction
  • Difference Between On-Premises & Cloud SIEM Solution
  • Key Benefits of Cloud-Native SIEM Solution
  • Conclusion

 

Introduction

Cloud-native SIEM (Security Information and Event Management) is a security solution that is designed to operate in cloud environments. It is a modern approach to SIEM that leverages the scalability, flexibility, and cost-effectiveness of the cloud to provide real-time visibility and insights into an organization's security posture.

In the past, SIEM solutions were primarily deployed on-premises, which required the organizations to invest in expensive hardware and applications. However, the rise of cloud computing has led to the development of cloud native SIEM solutions that offer a number of benefits over the traditional, on-premises solutions. Explaining in detail, we have shared some of the key benefits of cloud native SIEM in the article.

However, before diving straight to the benefits of Cloud-native SIEM solution, let us understand the difference between on-premises and cloud-native SIEM solutions.

Difference Between On-premises & Cloud-Native SIEM Solution

On-premises and Cloud-Native SIEM solutions are two different SIEM models adopted by businesses  based on their business goals and operational requirements. They are two different deployment models, wherein the on-premises SIEM involves purchasing, installing and integrating the SIEM software on-premises and further purchasing and integrating servers, storage, networking equipment, with the SIEM software. This requires the maintenance of hardware and software on-site.

On the other hand, the Cloud-native SIEM solution is hosted and managed remotely by the SIEM service provider, with the organization accessing the service via the internet. This means that there is no need to purchase and maintain additional hardware and software on-site, thereby reducing the complexity and cost of deployment. 

To know more about the differences read :
A COMPARISON OF ON-PREMISES SIEM VS. CLOUD SIEM

Key Benefits of Cloud-Native SIEM Solution

  • Real-time Visibility: A cloud native SIEM provides real-time visibility into an organization's security posture by collecting, processing, and analyzing security data from various sources, such as servers, endpoints, and applications. This allows security teams to quickly identify and respond to threats, as well as to monitor the effectiveness of their security measures.
  • Scalability: Cloud native SIEM solutions are designed to scale and adapt  seamlessly with an organization’s growing IT Infrastructure. Offering the capability of scaling in terms of meeting the requirements of large volumes of data, the solution offers flexible and scalable data plans for the organization. So, as  the organization's security needs evolve, the SIEM solution easily scales to meet the growing needs accordingly. This eliminates the need for organizations to invest in expensive hardware and IT infrastructure to support their SIEM solutions.
  • Flexibility: Cloud native SIEM solutions are highly flexible and adaptable in a way that they can be easily customized to meet the specific needs of an organization. They can also be integrated with a wide range of security tools and technologies, such as firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and vulnerability scanners, offering a single platform for a  holistic and comprehensive view of the organization's security posture.
  • Cost-effectiveness: By leveraging the power of cloud, the cloud native SIEM solutions can be accessed and managed from anywhere, at any time. This eliminates the need for organizations to invest in expensive on-premises hardware and software, which reduces the overhead  IT costs. Additionally, cloud native SIEM solutions are typically offered as a subscription-based service. So, this facilitates optimum utilization of resources as the subscription based service allows organizations to pay only for the resources they need.
  • Improved Security: A cloud native SIEM solution can help organizations improve their security posture by having real-time visibility into their entire IT network and infrastructure. So, with an overall view across the IT infrastructure, user-activities can be constantly monitored and tracked. This allows quick detection of malicious user-activity and potential threats. Such  proactive measures of detecting and responding to security incidents can improve the overall efficiency and effectiveness of an established security program. Leveraging such advanced detection features and threat intelligence capabilities, organizations can prevent  a wide range of security threats including malware, ransomware, and phishing attack.

Conclusion

Now that we have read some of the key benefits of adopting a Cloud-native SIEM solution, it is also important to know and understand that the benefits are not just limited to what is listed above. Deploying the right Cloud-native SIEM solution, based on your business goals and security objectives, your organization will experience a revolutionary transformation in its business operations and security management process.

Leveraging the power of a cloud-native SIEM solution can protect your organization against the evolving security threats and improve the overall security posture. That being said, it is also important to note that If you are interested in implementing a cloud-native SIEM solution for your organization, you need to carefully research and compare the available options. This research is crucial to ensure that you choose the best cloud native SIEM solution for your specific needs and requirements.

DNIF HYPERCLOUD is one such exceptional modern cloud-native SIEM solution that has been catering to the needs of various organizations across different industries globally. Click here to Book a Demo and see how our cloud-native SIEM solution can best fit your security needs and ensure smooth and systematic business operations and processes.