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Alert Management metrics and KPIs

What are Alert Management metrics?

Finding the right Alert Management metrics can be daunting, especially when you're busy working on your day-to-day tasks. This is why we've curated a list of examples for your inspiration.

You can copy these examples into your preferred app, or alternatively, use Tability to stay accountable.

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While we have some examples available, it's likely that you'll have specific scenarios that aren't covered here. You can use our free AI metrics generator below to generate your own strategies.

Examples of Alert Management metrics and KPIs

Metrics for Security Alert Management

  • 1. Time to Triage

    The average time taken to assess and categorize a security alert once it is received.

    What good looks like for this metric: 1-2 hours

    Ideas to improve this metric
    • Automate initial alert categorization
    • Train staff on efficient triage process
    • Implement clear triage protocols
    • Regularly review triage processes
    • Utilize prioritization tools

  • 2. False Positive Rate

    The percentage of security alerts that were incorrectly flagged as threats.

    What good looks like for this metric: Under 10%

    Ideas to improve this metric
    • Refine detection rules and algorithms
    • Regularly update threat intelligence
    • Enhance user training on alert interpretation
    • Increase context provided with alerts
    • Engage in regular false positive audits

  • 3. Alert Volume by Severity

    The number of security alerts received categorized by severity level (informational, low, medium, high).

    What good looks like for this metric: Varies by organization size

    Ideas to improve this metric
    • Optimise threat detection thresholds
    • Enhance network traffic analysis
    • Implement targeted monitoring
    • Use data aggregation tools
    • Evaluate alert relevance regularly

  • 4. Incident Resolution Time

    The time taken from triaging an alert to resolving the underlying security threat.

    What good looks like for this metric: 4-8 hours

    Ideas to improve this metric
    • Set clear response protocols
    • Utilize automated resolution tools
    • Conduct regular training sessions
    • Ensure scalable resources
    • Engage in post-incident analyses

  • 5. Alert Re-assignment Rate

    The percentage of alerts that must be reassigned due to incorrect initial triage.

    What good looks like for this metric: Under 5%

    Ideas to improve this metric
    • Provide comprehensive training for triagers
    • Establish clear escalation pathways
    • Use specialised triage teams
    • Regularly assess alert primacy guidelines
    • Conduct bi-annual skill assessments
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Tracking your Alert Management metrics

Having a plan is one thing, sticking to it is another.

Setting good strategies is only the first challenge. The hard part is to avoid distractions and make sure that you commit to the plan. A simple weekly ritual will greatly increase the chances of success.

A tool like Tability can also help you by combining AI and goal-setting to keep you on track.

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Planning resources

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