I am primarily working with Google Cloud Security Command Center, which is their CSPM, and also with the next-generation firewall. I have worked in different phases with it. Sometimes organizations do not have an understanding of Google Cloud Security Command Center, so I worked as a consultant, and later on, they agreed to take this product or services, so I implement those things and created the security postures on GCP in Google Cloud Security Command Center. The effectiveness of automated threat detection in Google Cloud Security Command Center can be evaluated using different tiers available in GCP, where each tier has different features for threat detections. For example, Google Cloud Security Command Center Standard helps with VM or container threat detection, and the premium feature has enhanced options for in-depth analyses, with settings for VMs or containers to provide automatic detections of vulnerabilities or previous logs. The custom security dashboards of Google Cloud Security Command Center provide actionable insights for refining my organization's security policies by allowing for automation, where alerts can be scheduled, and actions can be taken, utilizing Google services such as binary authorization for ensuring secure deployments, and setting up rules for vulnerabilities in container images or VMs, ensuring they do not enter the system. I am currently a security consultant in my company, and based on the requirements from customers, I assess what they need, such as setting up secure landing zones for GCP, and I get involved according to their statements of work.
Security Consultant at a consultancy with 51-200 employees
Consultant
Top 10
Jul 3, 2024
The primary use case is to monitor the Google Cloud infrastructure across all projects for security-related alerts. The command center provides various features, including real-time alerting for tier-one customers and vulnerability scanning, but no incident or case management. This makes it less suitable for clients with multiple clouds, as they need to log into different systems to view alerts. For Google Cloud, you definitely need a unified Cloud Native Application Protection Platform (CNAPP) software. Compared to Azure and Defender, it is less sophisticated.
Infosec Module Lead at a tech vendor with 201-500 employees
Real User
Top 5
Apr 11, 2024
The solution has a couple of modules within it. It takes care of it. It also provides visibility on the compliance level against SCC as a benchmark. Secondly, it addresses cloud misconfiguration. For instance, if there is an exposed public VM or an overprivileged account. Thirdly, it will prevent any threats or risks present.
Google Cloud Security Engineer at a tech services company with 11-50 employees
Real User
Nov 14, 2023
I primarily use it for customers, especially for compliance purposes, mapping to standards like CIS. Another use case, although rare due to configuration challenges, is web scanning for web applications.
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Google Cloud Security Command Center streamlines security management by providing comprehensive visibility into asset security posture, empowering organizations to identify vulnerabilities and threats effectively.Google Cloud Security Command Center offers a centralized platform for organizations to manage their security landscape, providing tools like threat detection and vulnerability scanning to protect cloud assets. Users benefit from its integration capabilities and detailed reporting,...
I am primarily working with Google Cloud Security Command Center, which is their CSPM, and also with the next-generation firewall. I have worked in different phases with it. Sometimes organizations do not have an understanding of Google Cloud Security Command Center, so I worked as a consultant, and later on, they agreed to take this product or services, so I implement those things and created the security postures on GCP in Google Cloud Security Command Center. The effectiveness of automated threat detection in Google Cloud Security Command Center can be evaluated using different tiers available in GCP, where each tier has different features for threat detections. For example, Google Cloud Security Command Center Standard helps with VM or container threat detection, and the premium feature has enhanced options for in-depth analyses, with settings for VMs or containers to provide automatic detections of vulnerabilities or previous logs. The custom security dashboards of Google Cloud Security Command Center provide actionable insights for refining my organization's security policies by allowing for automation, where alerts can be scheduled, and actions can be taken, utilizing Google services such as binary authorization for ensuring secure deployments, and setting up rules for vulnerabilities in container images or VMs, ensuring they do not enter the system. I am currently a security consultant in my company, and based on the requirements from customers, I assess what they need, such as setting up secure landing zones for GCP, and I get involved according to their statements of work.
The primary use case is to monitor the Google Cloud infrastructure across all projects for security-related alerts. The command center provides various features, including real-time alerting for tier-one customers and vulnerability scanning, but no incident or case management. This makes it less suitable for clients with multiple clouds, as they need to log into different systems to view alerts. For Google Cloud, you definitely need a unified Cloud Native Application Protection Platform (CNAPP) software. Compared to Azure and Defender, it is less sophisticated.
The solution has a couple of modules within it. It takes care of it. It also provides visibility on the compliance level against SCC as a benchmark. Secondly, it addresses cloud misconfiguration. For instance, if there is an exposed public VM or an overprivileged account. Thirdly, it will prevent any threats or risks present.
I primarily use it for customers, especially for compliance purposes, mapping to standards like CIS. Another use case, although rare due to configuration challenges, is web scanning for web applications.