Which metric should be used when evaluating the effectiveness and scope of a Security Operations Center?

The correct answer is C. The average time the SOC takes to detect and resolve the incident. This metric, measuring the average time taken from the initial detection of an incident to its complete resolution, provides insights into the SOC's efficiency in handling and mitigating security incidents. A shorter average time to detect and resolve incidents often indicates…

Submitted by jaden.t· Mar 6, 2026Security Policies and Procedures

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Options

AThe average time the SOC takes to register and assign the incident.
BThe total incident escalations per week.
CThe average time the SOC takes to detect and resolve the incident.
DThe total incident escalations per month.

How the community answered

(48 responses)

A
13% (6)
B
2% (1)
C
79% (38)
D
6% (3)

Explanation

This metric, measuring the average time taken from the initial detection of an incident to its complete resolution, provides insights into the SOC's efficiency in handling and mitigating security incidents. A shorter average time to detect and resolve incidents often indicates a more responsive and effective SOC, reducing the impact and duration of security threats.

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