I’ve pulled the numbers—RaaS is moving faster than most defenses can keep up. Zero‑trust can outpace attackers if you lock every edge down and enforce least‑privilege from day one, but the trick is automation. Put continuous identity verification, micro‑segmentation, and rapid response into your playbook. If you can script every audit and alert into a single, repeatable workflow, the overhead drops enough that you’ll see a net win. Without that, you’re just playing catch‑up. Keep the focus on data‑driven pivots and the rest will follow.

Sounds solid—just make sure your scripts include a rollback point, and keep a clear audit trail. That way any rogue script is instantly traceable. Keep the data clean and the system lean.