Stephen Watts's Blog Posts

Stephen Watts works in growth marketing at Splunk. Stephen holds a degree in Philosophy from Auburn University and is an MSIS candidate at UC Denver. He contributes to a variety of publications including CIO.com, Search Engine Journal, ITSM.Tools, IT Chronicles, DZone, and CompTIA.

RED Metrics & Monitoring: Using Rate, Errors, and Duration
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RED Metrics & Monitoring: Using Rate, Errors, and Duration

In this blog post, we'll take a brief look at the RED framework for monitoring, its benefits, and how it is used in the modern digital enterprise.
State of DevOps 2025: Review of the DORA Report on AI Assisted Software Development
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State of DevOps 2025: Review of the DORA Report on AI Assisted Software Development

Learn about the latest DORA Report on AI-Assisted Software Development, the most recent publication in the State of DevOps series.
.conf25 Global Broadcast: The Complete Guide
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.conf25 Global Broadcast: The Complete Guide

Curious about the .conf Global Broadcast from Splunk? Check out this article for all the details, answers, and excitement about what to expect.
Understanding Attack Surfaces: What They Are and Why They Matter
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Understanding Attack Surfaces: What They Are and Why They Matter

Learn what an attack surface is, why it matters, and how organizations can reduce risk by identifying and managing every exposure point, technical or human.
What Is Attack Surface Management? A Complete Guide To ASM
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What Is Attack Surface Management? A Complete Guide To ASM

Understand Attack Surface Management (ASM), explore its 4-step lifecycle, real-world examples, best tools, and how it strengthens your security strategy.
What Is Cyber Hygiene? Introduction, Best Practices, & Next Steps for Organizations
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What Is Cyber Hygiene? Introduction, Best Practices, & Next Steps for Organizations

One approach to a cybersecurity strategy, cyber hygiene is the way of creating a structured, intelligent environment that reduces the risk of contamination.