As you may know by now if you’ve read a few of my blog articles, I’m a big fan of decomposing ideas in threat detection into various frameworks. This latest blog post will touch on another area that I feel strongly about - specifically, that detection engineers need to take a step back and realize that they’re part of a larger “security monitoring” capability which consists of related but distinct pillars. We’ll explore these interrelated pillars of security…

In the ever-evolving landscape of cybersecurity, the methodologies and tools we rely on are continually advancing. One of the latest trends is Detection as Code (DaC), which promises to revolutionize threat detection by integrating software engineering practices into security operations. Having worked in an organization that practices DaC for several years, I’ve come to realize that it’s not simply a matter of whether or not to adopt DaC.

In the field of detection engineering, understanding and applying the right frameworks is crucial for effectively identifying and responding to threats. Mental models provide a structured way of categorizing and approaching the myriad of security alerts and anomalies we face daily. These models help us dissect and understand the behavior of potential threats, allowing for a more targeted and effective defense strategy. In this blog post, I’ll explain how I use one mental model to clearly…