Methods to Improve Dashboard Usability in Security Analytics
A well-designed Splunk security dashboard helps SOC teams quickly identify, analyze, and respond to security threats.
#1. Using Drill-Down Options for Detailed Views (A)
Allows analysts to click on high-level metrics and drill down into event details.
Helps teams pivot from summary statistics to specific security logs.
Example:
Clicking on a failed login trend chart reveals specific failed login attempts per user.
#2. Standardizing Color Coding for Alerts (B)
Consistent color usage enhances readability and priority identification.
Example:
Red # Critical incidents
Yellow # Medium-risk alerts
Green # Resolved issues
#3. Adding Context-Sensitive Filters (D)
Filters allow users to focus on specific security events without running new searches.
Example:
A dropdown filter for "Event Severity" lets analysts view only high-risk events.
#Incorrect Answers:
C: Limiting the number of panels on the dashboard # Dashboards should be optimized, not restricted.
E: Avoiding performance optimization # Performance tuning is essential for responsive dashboards.
#Additional Resources:
Splunk Dashboard Design Best Practices
Optimizing Security Dashboards in Splunk