RESEARCH ON THE IMPACT OF CYBERSECURITY TOOLS INTEGRATION ON THE SECURITY OF AN ORGANIZATION’S IT INFRASTRUCTURE

Abstract

The article addresses the pressing issue of ensuring cybersecurity in the context of increasing numbers of complex and multi-vector attacks on corporate IT infrastructures. It substantiates the need to transition from isolated security tools to a comprehensive, integrated approach that ensures the interaction between NGFW, EDR, SIEM, PAM, IAM, and MDM.It is noted that a significant portion of security breaches is caused by insufficient coordination between cybersecurity components, which hinders the early detection of complex attacks.Based on the analysis of current research and statistical data, typical vulnerabilities of IT systems, key attack vectors, and weaknesses in current security management practices are examined. An architectural model of multi-layered protection is proposed, enabling the creation of a unified information environment for correlating threat data, managing access, and providing real-time incident response. Special attention is given to the practical impact of integrated systems on enhancing infrastructure protection, reducing threat detection time, and improving incident response efficiency.The article also emphasizes the improvement in IT department productivity through the automation of routine tasks and centralized security management.Recommendations are proposed for implementing an integrated cybersecurity model that takes into account the current needs of organizations and the requirements of standards such as ISO/IEC 27001 and the NIST Cybersecurity Framework.The results of the study are valuable for IT managers, cybersecurity professionals, and organizational leadership seeking to strengthen their information security. The impact of technological integration on reducing human factor involvement in incident response and establishing a secure digital environment is separately highlighted.