VitalSigns SIEM Agent

VitalSigns SIEM Agent is a z/OS-based application designed for real-time security monitoring and event logging. It serves as a critical component in an organization's security architecture by capturing security events from the z/OS environment and forwarding them to external SIEM systems via the TCP/IP SYSLOG protocol. This integration enables centralized security analysis and reporting, providing a comprehensive view of the organization's security posture.

The main system components include the Event Capture Module, which interfaces with z/OS security subsystems (RACF, ACF2, Top Secret) to capture security events; the Event Processing Module, which filters and formats the captured events; and the Communication Module, which transmits the events to the SIEM system. These components communicate using internal APIs and standard protocols like TCP/IP and SYSLOG. The agent uses configuration files to define event mappings, filtering rules, and communication parameters.

The agent supports secure communication protocols like TLS to protect the data transmitted to the SIEM system. The architecture is designed to be scalable and resilient, ensuring that security events are captured and reported in real-time, even under heavy load. VitalSigns SIEM Agent integrates with existing z/OS security infrastructure, minimizing disruption and ensuring a smooth implementation process.