Summary
CommSec has enhanced its Managed SOC service by introducing enterprise grade vulnerability scanning at no additional cost for all Managed SOC clients. Delivered through the LevelBlue XDR platform with Tenable vulnerability scanning, the upgrade strengthens CommSec’s locally operated, 24/7 SOC in Blanchardstown and reinforces its human led, automation supported approach to cyber security. The enhancement improves visibility across the expanding attack surface, supports faster remediation and patching, and helps organisations manage supply chain and compliance risk, including NIS2 and DORA obligations.
Dublin, Ireland – CommSec has announced a major enhancement to its Managed Security Operations Centre, Managed SOC, extending enterprise-grade vulnerability scanning to all Managed SOC clients at no additional cost.
CommSec’s Managed SOC is based in Blanchardstown, operating 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. It remains one of the few locally operated SOCs, delivered directly by CommSec analysts rather than outsourced to a third party. This human-led service is now further strengthened following a recent upgrade to the LevelBlue XDR platform, which includes integrated vulnerability scanning powered by Tenable.
Managed SOC and MDR (Manage Detection & Response) services are now vital for organisations that fall within the scope of regulatory requirements including NIS2 and DORA, as well as larger organisations that face increased targeting due to their size, complexity, and ability to pay ransom demands. CommSec has embedded this new capability directly into its Managed SOC service, reinforcing a people-first, automation supported approach to protecting modern, high-risk environments.
As attackers continue to exploit known and unpatched vulnerabilities, CommSec is expanding its Managed SOC beyond detection and response alone. Clients now benefit from continuous visibility into weaknesses across their environment, with vulnerabilities identified, prioritised, and addressed as part of day-to-day SOC operations.
Managed SOC First. Visibility Where It Matters Most
Modern environments are no longer defined by a single perimeter. Cloud platforms, remote access, third-party suppliers, legacy systems, and unmanaged assets all contribute to an expanding attack surface. Vulnerability management is now as critical as network security itself.
Through this enhancement, CommSec Managed SOC clients benefit from continuous vulnerability scanning across on premises, cloud, and hybrid environments. Findings are correlated directly with live threat detection and response activity, giving CommSec analysts the context required to prioritise risk and guide remediation quickly.
Key benefits for Managed SOC clients include:
- Unlimited enterprise-grade vulnerability scanning at no additional cost
- Improved visibility across known and unknown assets
- Faster remediation through integrated workflows and expert guidance
- Risk-based prioritisation aligned to active threats and asset criticality
- Unified visibility across detection, response, and vulnerability data
This approach supports organisations operating complex environments, including those with extended supply chains, distributed networks, and increasing regulatory pressure.
Human Led Security with Automation at Scale
CommSec’s Managed SOC combines automation with experienced security analysts who understand how vulnerabilities translate into real world risk. Old vulnerabilities remain one of the most exploited attack vectors, particularly where patching processes are inconsistent or poorly governed.
By embedding vulnerability scanning directly into day-to-day SOC operations, CommSec enables clients to move from reactive patching to a structured and measurable vulnerability management process. This ensures that remediation efforts focus on what matters most, reducing exposure while making better use of internal IT resources.
David McNamara, Founder of CommSec, commented:
“This enhancement allows us to offer an even more comprehensive managed service to our clients. The attack surface is expanding rapidly, and vulnerability management is just as important as network security. We see old vulnerabilities exploited every day, often because patching has not been prioritised or visibility was incomplete. By integrating enterprise grade vulnerability scanning into our Managed SOC, we are giving our clients the insight and speed they need to reduce risk across their environment, including their supply chain.”
When Deeper Vulnerability Management Is Required
For organisations with public-facing web applications, multiple APIs, or complex application environments handling sensitive data, CommSec also offers CheckScan+.
CheckScan+ provides a more indepth and actively managed vulnerability service, combining continuous scanning with advanced analysis, reporting, and remediation support. It is designed for organisations that require deeper coverage across applications, APIs, and external attack surfaces, beyond infrastructure-focused scanning.
A Practical Step Towards Stronger Cyber Resilience
This enhancement reinforces CommSec’s commitment to delivering practical, risk-focused cyber security services that combine people, process, and technology. By embedding vulnerability scanning into its Managed SOC service, CommSec is helping organisations improve visibility, prioritise remediation, and reduce exposure across an increasingly complex threat landscape.
For organisations seeking stronger control over vulnerabilities, faster remediation, and greater confidence in their security posture, CommSec Managed SOC now delivers even more value as part of a single, unified service.
About CommSec
CommSec was established in 2013 in response to the rapid rise in cyber-attacks facing organisations of all sizes. The company provides 24/7 monitoring and response through its Dublin-based Security Operations Centre, alongside penetration testing and a full suite of professional services including CISO as a Service, DPO as a Service, and compliance assessments. CommSec works in close partnership with world-leading cyber security vendors such as CrowdStrike, Sophos, Fortinet, Check Point, and LevelBlue, formerly AT&T Cybersecurity, to deliver practical, trusted, and resilient cyber security services to organisations operating in complex and high-risk environments.