Threat, Vulnerability, Incident, and Emergency ManagementLink
I focus on managing threats, vulnerabilities, incidents, and emergencies by prioritizing risk-based actions and fostering a culture of proactive security. This approach ensures swift, effective responses and continuous improvement in our defenses against evolving threats. For instance, below are my KPI measurements from a recent employer.
| Metric | Example Measurement | Challenge Addressed |
|---|---|---|
| Risk-Based Patch Prioritization | 98% of critical vulnerabilities patched within 48 hours | Prioritization based on risk and strategic patch management |
| Publicly Exploited Risk-Based Patch Prioritization | 98% of critical vulnerabilities patched within 48 hours | Prioritization based on risk and strategic patch management |
| Proactive Threat Detection | 150 vulnerabilities identified via threat hunting per quarter | Predictive analysis and threat anticipation |
| Quality of Remediation | Only 1% of vulnerabilities were reopened after remediation | Emphasis on the quality and thoroughness of fixes |
| Risk Tolerance Alignment | Zero critical systems vulnerable beyond risk threshold | Exposure time managed within acceptable risk levels |
| Depth of Vulnerability Scans | 75% of assets receive deep-dive assessments annually | Comprehensive assessments beyond surface-level scans |
| Dynamic Risk Assessment | High-risk vulnerabilities reassessed daily | Ongoing evaluation and dynamic risk management |
| Comprehensive Incident Response Preparedness | 4 full-scale incident response drills conducted per year | Preparedness and robustness of response plans |
| Security Beyond Compliance | 10+ initiatives implemented that exceed compliance standards | Proactive security measures beyond compliance |
| Security Culture and Education | 20% improvement in employee security practices post-training | Lasting behavioral change and security culture improvement |
| Continuous Third-Party Monitoring | 100% of critical vendors assessed quarterly for security compliance | Continuous oversight and dynamic third-party risk evaluation |
| Periodic Third-Party Monitoring | 100% of critical vendors assessed quarterly for security compliance | Continuous oversight and dynamic third-party risk evaluation |
| Actor Attribution Accuracy | 85% correct identification | Accuracy in attributing attacks to specific actors |
| Threat Actor Profiling | 20 profiles updated quarterly | Current intelligence on threat actor TTPs |
| Threat Vector Identification | 1 hour from detection to vector ID | Swift identification of attack methods |
| Campaign Tracking Efficiency | 15 campaigns tracked, 100% with response plans | Preparedness for ongoing attack campaigns |
| Intelligence Sharing Effectiveness | 30 insights from sharing quarterly | Utilizing collective intelligence for defense |
| Dark Web Monitoring | 5 incidents identified quarterly | Proactive monitoring of threats from the dark web |
| Brand Monitoring | 10 brand threats identified and mitigated monthly | Protection of brand and intellectual property |
| Adversary Infrastructure Analysis | 50 adversary elements monitored | Insight into and disruption of adversary operations |
| Geopolitical Threat Evaluation | 3 adjustments to security posture in response to events | Adaptation to the geopolitical influences |
| Insider Threat Detection | 48 hours from potential insider activity to response | Effective management of internal risks |
| Dwell Time | 12 min | |
| Mean Time to Acknowledge | 3 min | |
| Mean Time to Detect | 13 min | |
| Mean Time to Contain | 3 min | |
| Mean Time to Recovery | 2 min | |
| Automation Coverage | 99.6% | |
| Mean Cost of Pgm Failures | $5,082 | |
| Inadequate Remediation | <2.87% | |
| Ghost Remediations | <0.16% | |
| Anomalous Safe Rate | <2% | |
| Mean Time to Inventory | 35 min | |
| ATT&CK Coverage | 99% | |
| CAPEC Coverage | 83% | |
| EPS | ~51,000,000,000 | |
| Event Sources | 900+ | |
| BIA Currency | Reviewed/updated annually | Alignment of BCP/DR plans with current operations |
| RPO Compliance | 95% compliance | Minimizing data loss in disaster scenarios |
| Plan Activation Time | Average 30 minutes | Efficiency of plan activation |
| Employee Role Clarity | 90% of employees understand their roles | Clarity of roles in emergencies |
| Critical Vendor Dependency | 100% of critical vendors included | Management of vendor-related risks |
| BCP/DR Test Frequency | 2 full-scale tests per year | Regular validation of continuity and recovery plans |
| Test Recovery Success Rate | 85% success rate | Effectiveness of plans in practice |
| Communication Plan Effectiveness | 95% stakeholder satisfaction | Clear communication during crises |
| BCP/DR Documentation Accessibility | Accessible within 5 minutes | Availability of plans in emergencies |
| Post-Disaster Recovery Assessment | Reviewed every 2 years with 80% of improvements implemented | Continuous improvement based on experiences |