IBM QRadar is typically deployed in a SOC environment for security monitoring. It is used for log and packet capturing. It has some supporting technology, such as data leakage prevention and data encryption.
AVP - Security at a tech services company with 501-1,000 employees
Scalable, high visibility, and good technical support
Pros and Cons
- "I have found visibility very helpful for analytics."
- "This solution is on-premise and many customers are moving to the cloud base solution."
What is our primary use case?
What is most valuable?
I have found visibility very helpful for analytics.
What needs improvement?
This solution is on-premise and many customers are moving to the cloud base solution.
For how long have I used the solution?
I have been using this solution for approximately one year.
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What do I think about the stability of the solution?
I have not had any complaints from my clients about the stability of the solution.
What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
The solution is scalable. Our customers that are using this solution are mainly large-sized companies, such as the government.
How are customer service and support?
The technical support is very good.
What other advice do I have?
Nowadays cloud stack security is very good. Some of my customers are planning to build their data center over the cloud, or implement cloud-based services using some of the beneficial services, such as threat intelligence services.
I rate IBM QRadar a ten out of ten.
Which deployment model are you using for this solution?
On-premises
Disclosure: My company has a business relationship with this vendor other than being a customer: Integrator
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