Security operations centers (SOCs) are facing significant challenges due to the overwhelming volume of alerts, with a large number of false positives causing analyst burnout and inefficiencies. The integration of AI-driven tools and automation, such as Elastic Security's Attack Discovery and AI Assistant, is transforming how alerts are managed by reducing noise and enabling analysts to focus on genuine threats. These tools enhance detection by identifying actual attacks, prioritizing alerts based on risk factors, and providing context-aware guidance that accelerates response times and improves the precision of threat investigations. This shift from manual alert handling to strategic, AI-powered processes not only reduces the workload on analysts but also improves the overall security posture by enabling more proactive and insightful threat management. The approach leverages AI to turn high alert volumes into actionable intelligence, thereby enhancing the efficiency and effectiveness of defense security teams.