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Download the 2025 SANS SOC Survey Report

The annual SANS SOC Survey reveals how 457 security teams across 57 countries are building and managing their operations. Get data-driven insights from 9 years of industry research.

 

Key Findings This Year:

  • 79% of SOCs operate 24/7 but 69% still rely on manual reporting
  • 62% say their organizations aren't doing enough to retain talent
  • AI/ML paradox: 40% use these tools but satisfaction ranks dead last

What You'll Learn:

  • Optimal SOC team size and structure benchmarks
  • Which technologies actually deliver value (hint: EDR wins, AI/ML loses)
  • Why average tenure is only 3-5 years and how to improve retention
  • Real incident response capabilities vs. "threat hunting" myths
  • Budget and resource allocation insights from your peers
Written by Christopher Crowley, 25-year security veteran and SANS Senior Instructor, this report provides the benchmarks you need to evaluate your SOC's performance and make your case for resources.

Download your complimentary copy today.

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