MSOC+ MANAGED SOC 

What is a SOC?

A security operations center (SOC) serves as an intelligence hub for the company, gathering data in real time from across the organization’s networks, servers, endpoints and other digital assets and using intelligent automation to identify, prioritize and respond to potential cybersecurity threats.

What is Managed SOC Service (SOCaaS)?

SOC-as-a-Service is a security model wherein a third-party vendor operates and maintains a fully-managed SOC on a subscription basis via the cloud. SOCaaS provides all of the security functions performed by a traditional, in-house SOC, including: network monitoring; log management; threat detection and intelligence; incident investigation and response; reporting; and risk and compliance .

Why to consider a managed SOC?

In today’s digital world, organisations of all sizes in Ireland are facing an unprecedented level of cyber threats. These threats are constantly evolving, and attackers are becoming increasingly sophisticated. As a result, it is more important than ever for organisations to have a round-the-clock security monitoring and response in place. Furthermore, the pressure for cyber security compliance to standards like ISO27001, Cyber Essentials and NIS2/DORA, PCI DSS, and Cyber Insurance prequalification, has meant 24/7 monitoring and response is now a necessity. 

We also offer a variety of proactive add-on security SOC services, such as threat hunting, dark web monitoring and vulnerability assessments. These services can help organisations to identify and address security risks before attackers can exploit them.

What are the benefits of a managed SOC?

SOCaaS offers many important benefits to organisations as compared to a traditional on-premises SOC. These include faster detection and remediation, lower risk for a breach, and reduced costs.

How does SOCaaS fit within the security stack?

SOCaaS is an example of a managed service. While SOCaaS can be delivered by a third-party vendor as a stand-alone service, it is often part of a broader security package and should be integrated with other security tools and services within the organization’s security architecture.

Is SOCaaS the same as MDR?

There is some overlap in terms of capabilities between SOCaaS and managed detection and response (MDR). Both are cybersecurity services that combine technology and human expertise to perform threat hunting, monitoring, and response. However, SOCaaS, by definition, is an outsourced service, which is not always the case with MDR. SOCaaS also provides a greater range of services and offers stronger, more comprehensive protection as compared to an MDR tool.