Learn how to effectively implement Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) through a risk-based approach in this 17-minute conference talk from Security BSides London. Discover whether your organization has experienced security breaches and gain clarity on identifying critical assets and potential blind spots in your security infrastructure. Explore the fundamental aspects of monitoring and logging beyond mere compliance, delving into comprehensive asset management, critical data protection, user management, endpoint security, and network monitoring. Address often overlooked areas including policy development, human factors, and physical security measures. Master a systematic risk-based methodology that transforms security monitoring from a checkbox exercise into a strategic security initiative.