What is the purpose of Splunk's 'user roles'?

The purpose of Splunk's 'user roles' is to manage access control and permissions. User roles are critical for defining what users can see and do within a Splunk environment. By assigning different roles to users, administrators can ensure that sensitive data is only accessible to authorized individuals. This segmentation of access helps maintain security and compliance within the organization by dictating what data can be viewed, modified, or deleted by different users or teams.

User roles typically come with a set of predefined capabilities, which can include permissions related to searching, indexing, and managing data. This allows organizations to effectively control how their Splunk instance is used and who can interact with it at various levels, enhancing both security and operational efficiency.