What are security metrics?
Security metrics are measurements that show how well a security program is working. Examples include patch compliance, time to remediate vulnerabilities, training completion, and incident counts. Key performance indicators (KPIs) are the subset reported to leadership.
What the buyer is really asking
Which numbers tell you whether security is getting better? Examples include patch SLA compliance, open vulnerabilities by severity, and training completion. Name a few you track and say who sees them.
Other ways buyers ask it
Every one of these wants the same answer:
- “What security metrics do you collect and report?”
- “How do you measure the effectiveness of your security program?”
- “Do you report security KPIs to leadership?”
Evidence to have ready
- A security metrics dashboard or report
How Tyrvar answers this
Tyrvar treats every wording above as one question. You write the answer once, attach the evidence, and revisit it when your setup changes. Each buyer gets that approved answer no matter how their questionnaire words it. If you have not answered it yet, Tyrvar flags the question for you and does not make something up. Try it on your own questionnaire.