Project Charter: SIEM Use Case

Development
Project Title: SIEM Use Case Development
Project Purpose:
The purpose of this project is to develop and implement a set of SIEM use cases to enhance the
organization's security monitoring capabilities. The project aims to proactively detect and respond to
potential security threats by identifying and defining specific security events or conditions that
indicate malicious activity or vulnerabilities.
The primary goals of the project are as follows:
• Comprehensive Threat Detection: By developing a comprehensive list of use cases, the
project seeks to address a wide range of potential security threats. Each use case will focus
on specific security events or conditions, ensuring that no critical vulnerabilities or suspicious
activities go unnoticed. This will enable the organization to detect and respond to threats in
a timely manner, reducing the risk of successful attacks or breaches.
• Focused Incident Response: The use cases will provide clear and actionable guidance to the
security operations team when responding to detected security events. By defining the
expected outcomes and required actions for each use case, the project will enhance the
team's ability to effectively and efficiently handle security incidents. This will result in faster
incident resolution, minimizing the impact of security breaches and reducing downtime. Risk
• Reduction and Compliance: Through the implementation of the identified use cases, the
project aims to improve the organization's overall security posture. By addressing specific
security threats and vulnerabilities, the project will help mitigate risks and minimize the
likelihood of successful attacks. Furthermore, the use cases will be aligned with relevant
regulatory or compliance requirements, ensuring that the organization meets its obligations
for security monitoring and incident response.
• Continuous Improvement: The project acknowledges the dynamic nature of the threat
landscape and the evolving security requirements of the organization. Therefore, the use
cases will be regularly reviewed and refined to adapt to emerging threats and technological
changes. The project will establish a process for continuous improvement, incorporating
feedback from the security operations team and leveraging industry best practices to ensure
that the use cases remain effective and up to date.
By achieving these goals, the SIEM use case development project will strengthen the organization's
security posture, enhance incident detection and response capabilities, and foster a proactive
security culture. It will contribute to maintaining the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of
critical systems and data, ultimately safeguarding the organization's reputation and supporting its
strategic objectives.
Project Objectives:
• Develop a comprehensive list of use cases based on the organization's security
requirements.
• Define the specific events or conditions that trigger each use case.
• Implement the identified use cases within the SIEM system.
• Enhance the organization's incident detection and response capabilities.
• Improve overall security posture and reduce the risk of security incidents.
Project Scope:

1. Identification and Prioritization of Use Cases:

The project will identify and prioritize use cases based on the organization's security requirements
and potential impact. This will involve conducting workshops and interviews with supervisor,
including IT, security teams, and business units, to gather their input and ensure alignment with the
organization's goals and risk profile.
2. Use Case Definition:
Each identified use case will be defined in detail, including the specific security events or conditions
that trigger the use case. This will involve analyzing existing threat intelligence, security incident
data, and industry best practices to determine the most relevant and effective use cases. The use
case definition will also include the expected outcomes and recommended actions to be taken when
the use case is triggered.
3. Technical Implementation of Use Cases:
The project will focus on implementing the identified use cases within the existing SIEM
infrastructure. This will involve configuring the SIEM system to collect and analyse relevant logs from
various sources, such as firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and endpoint protection solutions.
The implementation will include the creation of rules, filters, and correlation logic to detect and alert
on the defined use cases.
4. Validation and Testing:
Once the use cases are implemented, they will be thoroughly validated and tested to ensure their
effectiveness. This will involve generating simulated security events and verifying that the use cases
trigger the expected alerts and actions. The testing phase will also include evaluating the impact on
the SIEM system's performance and fine-tuning the use cases if necessary.
5. Monitoring and Review Process:
The project will establish a monitoring and review process to continuously assess the effectiveness
of the implemented use cases. This will involve regular analysis of alerts and incidents generated by
the use cases, as well as feedback from the security operations team. The monitoring and review
process will enable the identification of any gaps or opportunities for improvement in the use cases,
which will be addressed through iterative refinement.
6. Project Constraints:
The project will operate within the constraints of the organization's resources, including budget,
personnel, and time. It will also consider any technical limitations or dependencies, such as the
availability and quality of relevant log sources. Additionally, the project will adhere to any regulatory
or compliance requirements related to security monitoring and incident response.
Project Approach:
• Conduct a thorough assessment of the organization's security requirements and existing
infrastructure.
• Engage with supervisor to identify and prioritize use cases based on potential impact and
feasibility.
• Define and document each use case, including the triggering events, expected outcomes,
and required actions.
• Collaborate with the IT and security teams to implement the use cases within the SIEM
system.
• Develop a monitoring and review process to ensure the effectiveness of the implemented
use cases.
Project Timeline:
Project Timeline: 2 Months
Phase 1: Project Initiation and Planning (Week 1)
• Define project objectives, scope, and deliverables.
• Identify key supervisor and establish communication channels.
• Conduct a kick-off meeting to align the project team.
• Develop a detailed project plan, including tasks, milestones, and resource allocation.
• Conduct risk assessment and develop risk mitigation strategies.
• Obtain necessary approvals and finalize the project charter.
Phase 2: Requirements Gathering and Analysis (Weeks 2-3)
• Conduct interviews with supervisor to gather requirements.
• Analyze gathered requirements and identify any gaps or conflicts.
• Define use cases, functional specifications, and system requirements.
• Review and validate requirements with supervisor to ensure accuracy and completeness.
Phase 3: Design and Development (Weeks 4-6)
• Develop a high-level system design and architecture.
• Create detailed design specifications for different components.
• Start development activities based on the approved designs.
• Conduct regular code reviews and perform testing during development.
• Implement necessary integrations and APIs.
• Continuously track progress and address any development challenges.
Phase 4: Testing and Quality Assurance (Weeks 7-8)
• Develop and execute a comprehensive test plan.
• Conduct functional, integration, and system testing.
• Identify and address any bugs or issues through debugging and troubleshooting.
• Perform performance and load testing to ensure system scalability.
• Collaborate with supervisor for user acceptance testing.
• Conduct final quality assurance checks and document any known issues.
Phase 5: Deployment and Project Closure (Week 8)
• Prepare for the deployment, including system configuration and data migration.
• Perform final system testing in the production environment.
• Gradually roll out the system and monitor for any issues.
• Conduct a project review to assess project success and lessons learned.
Project success criteria
Project success criteria for use case development can be defined based on specific objectives and
outcomes related to the use case development process. Here are some examples of project success
criteria for use case development:
• Use Case Relevance: The developed use cases align with the organization's goals, business
processes, and strategic objectives. They effectively address the identified needs and
requirements of supervisor.
• Completeness and Accuracy: The use cases are comprehensive, capturing all necessary
steps, actions, and interactions to achieve the desired functionality. They accurately
represent the desired behaviours and interactions of the system.
• Clarity and Understandability: The use cases are clearly written and easily understood by
project supervisor, including business users, developers, and testers. They effectively
communicate the intended functionality and behaviours of the system.
• Consistency and Coherence: The use cases are consistent with each other and do not
contain conflicting or contradictory information. They present a coherent and unified view
of the system's behaviours.
• Feasibility and Technical Viability: The use cases are technically feasible and align with the
organization's technical capabilities and constraints. They can be implemented within the
available technology stack and infrastructure.
• Alignment with Best Practices: The use cases adhere to established industry best practices,
standards, and methodologies for use case development. They incorporate relevant
guidelines and principles to ensure quality and effectiveness.
• Supervisor Validation: The developed use cases are reviewed and validated by users,
including business users, subject matter experts, and technical teams. Feedback from
supervisor indicates that the use cases accurately reflect their requirements and
expectations.
• Traceability and Requirements Coverage: The use cases are traced back to the identified
requirements, ensuring that all essential requirements are addressed by the use cases. They
provide a clear traceability matrix linking use cases to the corresponding requirements.
• Timeliness and Efficiency: The use cases are developed within the agreed-upon timeframes
and resource allocations. The use case development process is efficient, minimizing
unnecessary delays or rework.
• Impact on Project Success: The developed use cases contribute to the overall success of the
project, enabling the achievement of project objectives and supporting the successful
delivery of the system or solution.