Episode 51 — Compare Monitoring Tools and Technologies: SIEM, EDR, NDR, SOAR, and IDS (Task 7)
This episode compares major monitoring tools and technologies in terms of what they detect well, what blind spots they have, and what evidence they can produce during investigations. You will learn practical distinctions between SIEM aggregation, EDR endpoint visibility, NDR network behavior detection, IDS signature and anomaly concepts, and SOAR orchestration that accelerates response workflows. We will discuss common implementation failures, such as incomplete data onboarding, weak parsing, misconfigured agent policies, and automation that executes without sufficient safeguards. You will also hear scenarios where selecting the right tool is less important than selecting the right workflow, such as correlating identity signals with endpoint telemetry to confirm compromise. Exam questions often test whether you can choose the most appropriate technology for a specific detection or response need based on visibility and operational constraints. Produced by BareMetalCyber.com, where you’ll find more cyber audio courses, books, and information to strengthen your educational path. Also, if you want to stay up to date with the latest news, visit DailyCyber.News for a newsletter you can use, and a daily podcast you can commute with.
