We are using it for security information and event management (SIEM). We have started to use Splunk recently, and we are in the implementation phase as of now.
Security Professional at a tech services company with 51-200 employees
Good data analysis and visualizations, absolutely stable, and scalable
Pros and Cons
- "The data analysis part is good in Splunk, which is something that I like the most. It is also quite easy to use. Its dashboards, visualizations, and analytics are good."
- "It currently has limited default rules and customizations. If they can concentrate more on the compliance part and the security information part, it would be helpful. The platform part is good, but it requires many features from the security aspect."
What is our primary use case?
What is most valuable?
The data analysis part is good in Splunk, which is something that I like the most. It is also quite easy to use. Its dashboards, visualizations, and analytics are good.
What needs improvement?
It currently has limited default rules and customizations. If they can concentrate more on the compliance part and the security information part, it would be helpful. The platform part is good, but it requires many features from the security aspect.
For how long have I used the solution?
I have been using this solution for a couple of months.
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What do I think about the stability of the solution?
It is absolutely stable.
What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
It is scalable. We have approximately 25 users.
How was the initial setup?
It was easy to install. Its configuration and development are the critical parts, and there are a limited number of people in the market with such a skill set. It takes some time to find people with the right skill set and get it implemented properly. It took approximately three months.
What about the implementation team?
I have a team of a few Splunk consultants who are currently managing it for me. For a mid-sized organization, at least 15 persons are required to manage the entire Splunk instance.
What other advice do I have?
I would recommend this solution to others. I would rate Splunk an eight out of ten.
Disclosure: My company does not have a business relationship with this vendor other than being a customer.
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