Security Operations Centers (SOCs) are currently overwhelmed, according to the State of AI in Security Operations 2025 report by Prophet Security. With nearly 300 security leaders surveyed, findings reveal that 40% of alerts are uninvestigated, resulting in significant breaches. The alert dwell time averages around an hour, leaving SOCs grappling with high volumes of false positives, leading to burnout and low morale among analysts, whose average tenure has dropped to just 12 months.
Co-founder Grant Oviatt emphasizes the importance of artificial intelligence (AI) as a transformative force, allowing analysts to focus on high-value tasks by automating low-level investigations. The report also noted that data privacy concerns, rather than fears of job loss, hinder AI adoption. Security teams must prioritize transparency and compliance to gain trust in AI solutions.
Ultimately, measuring the return on investment (ROI) in AI-enabled tools is essential for securing executive buy-in, demonstrating reduced breach risks and enhanced operational efficiency.
