Automation in action – case studies and scripting scenarios

Considering the vast potential of scripting, cloud services, and architectural creativity, solutions can be both scalable and cost-effective. A crucial element of any MDI implementation is monitoring, essential for IT operations. While you might have different views on the approach I’m about to outline – and I respect differing opinions as each person and organization has its unique roles and responsibilities – I invite you to consider my perspective.

Responsibility for the sensor management, server configurations, and Group Policy settings should ideally fall within the IT operations team of the company. In smaller organizations, it’s common for the same individual to manage server settings, configure cloud solutions, and even engage in threat hunting. As we explore various scenarios in this book, you’ll have the opportunity to determine which team should receive alerts and who...