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detection-sigma

Create, validate, and translate Sigma rules for Splunk, Elasticsearch, and Sentinel backends.

183|35|Updated Nov 19, 2025
Search Tags:#detection#log-analysis#detection-engineering#siem#mitre-attack#sigma
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/AgentSecOps/SecOpsAgentKit --skill detection-sigma
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: detection-sigma
Source: https://github.com/AgentSecOps/SecOpsAgentKit/tree/main/skills/incident-response/detection-sigma
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/AgentSecOps/SecOpsAgentKit --skill detection-sigma

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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What problem does it solve?

Sigma detection rules enable vendor-agnostic, cross-SIEM rule creation and conversion to streamline threat monitoring across platforms.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Create, validate, and translate Sigma rules for multiple backends (Splunk, Elasticsearch, Sentinel) to enable detection-as-code workflows.
  • Validate syntax, map to MITRE ATT&CK and compliance frameworks, and prepare rules for deployment across SIEMs.
  • Use threat-hunting patterns to drive proactive security monitoring and audit-ready rule sets.

Quick Start

Install the required tooling and start authoring rules with the Sigma framework.

Frequently Asked Questions about detection-sigma

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I convert Sigma detection rules for Splunk, Elasticsearch, and Microsoft Sentinel?▼

Sigma detection rules enable vendor-agnostic, cross-SIEM rule conversion to streamline threat monitoring across Splunk, Elasticsearch, and Sentinel using pysigma backend plugins.

What are Sigma detection rules used for in threat hunting and log analysis?▼

Sigma detection rules are used to drive proactive security monitoring and threat-hunting workflows by creating vendor-agnostic rules that map to MITRE ATT&CK and compliance frameworks.

Can I validate Sigma rule syntax and map detections to MITRE ATT&CK before deployment?▼

Yes, you can validate syntax, map rules to MITRE ATT&CK and compliance frameworks, and prepare detections for deployment across multiple SIEM backends.

Do I need Python and pysigma to create cross-SIEM detection rules?▼

Yes, creating and translating Sigma rules requires Python 3.8+ and pysigma tooling with backend plugins to target specific SIEM backends for detection-as-code workflows.

What is the best way to manage detection-as-code workflows across multiple SIEM platforms?▼

Using Sigma detection rules is the best way to manage detection-as-code workflows, enabling you to create, validate, and translate rules across Splunk, Elasticsearch, and Sentinel.

Are there limitations when using Sigma rules for cross-SIEM threat monitoring?▼

Sigma rules require Python 3.8+ and pysigma tooling with backend plugins to target specific SIEM backends, limiting usage to environments that support these dependencies.

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