Building and Leading Teams that Keep Employees Happy from Pluralsight

Splunk Enterprise Security is a premium application used within the Splunk deployment to help with SOC operations. This course will teach you how to design and create add-ons to enable customization of the application and its uses.

Splunk Enterprise Security (ES) solves many problems within our SOCs, including efficient operations. In this course, Designing and Creating Add-ons in Splunk Enterprise Security, you’ll learn how to design the add-on based on use cases and the data, as well as build it. First, you’ll learn about the data sources and see how to configure them for ingestion into Splunk. Next, you’ll learn about the Splunk Add-on Builder and walk through the workflow of it. We’ll design and create an add-on in Splunk. Finally, you’ll learn how to validate the add-ons to ensure that they align with best practices and recommendations. When you’re finished with this course, you’ll have the skills and knowledge of Splunk Enterprise Security needed to build add-ons for new data sources to use within Splunk Enterprise Security.

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Course Overview

Understanding and Configuring Data Sources for Splunk Enterprise Security

Exploring the Splunk Add-on Builder

Designing a Custom Splunk Add-on

Creating a Splunk Add-on

Validating a Splunk Add-on

Good to know

Know what's good

, what to watch for

, and possible dealbreakers

Provides insights into the operation of security operations centers (SOCs)

Builds foundational skills in using Splunk Enterprise Security (ES)

Develops and refines skills in customizing and extending the functionality of Splunk ES

Taught by instructors with expertise in Splunk ES

Activities

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Review Basic Python Programming Concepts

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Refreshing your understanding of Python programming will provide a solid foundation for building Splunk add-ons.

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Review the basics of Python syntax, data types, and control structures.
Practice writing simple Python scripts and functions.
Explore resources such as online tutorials, documentation, and code examples.

Follow a Tutorial on Splunk Add-on Development

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Following a guided tutorial will provide a structured approach to understanding the process of building Splunk add-ons.

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Identify a reputable online tutorial or documentation.
Follow the steps and instructions provided in the tutorial.
Experiment with different options and settings within the Splunk Add-on Builder.
Review the code examples and best practices shared in the tutorial.

Discuss Splunk Add-on Design with Peers

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Engaging in discussions with peers will allow you to exchange ideas, identify potential challenges, and learn from the experiences of others.

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Find a study group or online forum dedicated to Splunk add-on development.
Participate in discussions and ask questions about add-on design and implementation.
Share your own knowledge and experiences with other participants.
Collaborate on ideas and provide feedback on each other's designs.

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Practice Creating Custom Field Extractions

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Developing proficiency in creating custom field extractions is essential for building effective Splunk add-ons.

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Identify different types of data sources and their associated log formats.
Practice writing regular expressions to extract specific fields from log data.
Test your extractions using sample log files.
Experiment with different field extraction techniques to optimize performance.

Build a Simple Splunk Add-on

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This project will allow you to apply the concepts learned in the course and build a functional Splunk add-on.

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Choose a simple data source to integrate with Splunk.
Create a Splunk Add-on Builder project.
Configure the data source and define the data model.
Develop the necessary event types and field extractions.
Package and deploy the add-on to a Splunk instance.

Create a Documentation Page for a Splunk Add-on

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Creating documentation will help you solidify your understanding of the add-on's functionality and provide valuable resources for users.

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Plan the structure and content of the documentation page.
Describe the purpose, features, and use cases of the add-on.
Provide clear instructions on how to install, configure, and use the add-on.
Include examples, screenshots, and troubleshooting tips.

Contribute to an Open-Source Splunk Add-on Project

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Contributing to an open-source project will provide real-world experience and expose you to best practices in add-on development.

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Identify an open-source Splunk add-on project that aligns with your interests.
Review the project's documentation and codebase.
Identify areas where you can contribute, such as bug fixes, feature enhancements, or documentation improvements.
Submit a pull request with your contributions.

Attend a Splunk Add-on Development Workshop

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Attending a workshop will provide you with hands-on experience and expert guidance in building Splunk add-ons.

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Identify and register for a reputable Splunk add-on development workshop.
Attend the workshop and actively participate in the activities and discussions.
Apply the knowledge and skills gained from the workshop to your own add-on development projects.

Career center

Learners who complete Building and Leading Teams that Keep Employees Happy will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:

Security Analyst

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Information Security Analyst

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Network Security Engineer

Network Security Engineers design, implement, and maintain network security systems for organizations. They work to protect networks from unauthorized access, attacks, and other threats. This course may be useful for Network Security Engineers by teaching them more about data sources and how to configure and secure data for use in a security system.

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IT Security Consultant

IT Security Consultants help businesses develop and implement security strategies and solutions. They work with clients to identify their security needs, design a security plan, and implement security controls. This course may be useful for IT Security Consultants to learn more about data sources, and how to configure them for optimal use in a security operations environment.

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Cybersecurity Architect

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Security Risk Manager

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Penetration Tester

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Incident Responder

Incident Responders investigate and respond to security incidents. They work to contain the damage, identify the root cause of the incident, and restore the organization's systems and data to normal operation. This course may be useful for Incident Responders by teaching them about data sources and how to use them to track security incidents and determine the cause.

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Information Security Manager

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Computer Forensics Analyst

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Security Auditor

Security Auditors review an organization's security systems and practices to identify vulnerabilities and risks. They work to improve the organization's security posture and to ensure that it is compliant with security regulations and standards. This course may be useful for security auditors by teaching them more about data sources and how to use them to assess an organization's security.

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Security Engineer

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Security Consultant

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Security Operations Center (SOC) Analyst

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Data Analyst

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