MANAGED SOC OVERVIEW
CommSec’s Managed SOC is an outsourced services designed to help organisations of all sizes improve their ability to detect and respond to threats at a fraction of the price of building a SOC in-house.
Our 24/7 Irish-based SOC consists of security analysts, engineers, threat researchers and incident responders who work as a virtual extension of our customers’ in-house teams, managing and monitoring the latest detection technologies to hunt for and eliminate threats in their infancy, 24/7/365.
Benefits of a Managed Soc
EXTENSIVE THREAT VISIBILITY
Without awareness of activity inside your organisation’s network, it can be impossible to know if systems and data are in danger of being compromised. CommSec provides extensive threat visibility across on-premises, cloud and hybrid environments, 24/7.
CONTINUAL DETECTION OF ATTACKS
With the threat landscape constantly evolving, it’s important to ensure that detection capabilities keep pace. CommSec leverages the latest security tools and threat intelligence to ensure your organisation is prepared to respond to current and emerging cyber threats.
EASES THE PRESSURE ON IN-HOUSE TEAMS
CommSec’s Security Operations Centre (SOC) experts manage and monitor all the security technologies included as part of MSOC+. By investigating and triaging all the alerts they generate, our analysts ensure that your in-house team is not burdened with the responsibility of around-the-clock threat detection.
ACCELERATES INCIDENT RESPONSE
A swift response to cyber incidents demands a high level of situational awareness. CommSec ensures that members of your security team are not weighed down by irrelevant alerts and that when genuine incidents occur, they receive the actionable mitigation guidance and automated response actions needed to respond effectively.
REDUCES TIME TO MATURITY
By operating as an extension of your organisation, CommSec enables you to elevate security capabilities to the enterprise level quickly. The service helps to make processes more efficient, ensuring that important security events don’t get missed, and your team is free to focus on other priorities.
FACILITATES COMPLIANCE
A proactive approach to threat detection is now required to achieve compliance with the latest regulations and standards. With CommSec, you can quickly elevate your organisation’s cyber security capabilities to a level needed to help meet the requirements of the GDPR, NIS2/ DORA, PCI DSS, ISO 27001, and more.
Organisations that trust us
case study: PrimeLine Logistics Group
Find out why Primeline selected CommSec MSOC+ to manage their managed detection and response.
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Secure Your Organisation with a Managed SOC Demonstration
Discover how a Managed Security Operations Centre (SOC) can transform your organisation’s security posture. Gain robust, real-time threat detection, meet compliance requirements, and align your security strategy with best practices. Our tailored process guides you every step of the way.
Step 1: Live Demonstration
Experience the capabilities of a Managed SOC in action. We will showcase how our advanced tools and expert analysts monitor and respond to threats, keeping your organisation secure.
Step 2: Proof of Concept / Live Trial (Detect Only Mode)
Test the solution in your environment. Witness how it integrates with your existing systems, improves visibility, and enhances incident response capabilities.
Step 3: Findings, Reporting, and Recommendations
Receive a detailed analysis of the trial, including security insights, compliance assessments, and actionable recommendations to strengthen your overall strategy.
Take the first step towards a more secure future. Fill in the form to schedule your Managed SOC demonstration today.
FAQs
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 / aka 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 a managed SOC service difference from Incident Response service?
A Managed SOC service and an Incident Response service, while both crucial components of cybersecurity, differ in several key aspects:
Scope and Focus
Managed SOC:
- Provides continuous, proactive monitoring and threat detection
- Covers a broad range of security operations on an ongoing basis
- Aims to identify and mitigate threats before they become major incidents
Incident Response:
- Focuses on reacting to specific security incidents after they occur
- Typically engaged on an as-needed basis when a breach or attack is detected
- Aims to minimize damage and restore normal operations quickly
What is a SOC Analyst?
A Security Operations Centre (SOC) Analyst is a cybersecurity professional responsible for monitoring, detecting, investigating, and responding to security threats and incidents within an organisation’s IT infrastructure. Here are the key aspects of a SOC Analyst’s role:
Core Responsibilities:
- Continuously monitor security systems and network activity for potential threats
- Analyze security alerts and determine their severity and potential impact
- Investigate suspicious activities and security incidents
- Respond to and mitigate security threats in real-time
- Conduct triage of security events and escalate critical issues when necessary
Key Functions:
Threat Detection: SOC Analysts use various security tools and technologies to identify potential security threats and anomalies.Incident Response: When a security incident occurs, SOC Analysts are responsible for initiating and coordinating the response efforts.Log Analysis: They review and analyze log data from various sources to detect suspicious activities or patterns.Security Tool Management: SOC Analysts work with and manage various security tools like SIEM systems, intrusion detection/prevention systems, and firewalls.Reporting: They create reports on security incidents, trends, and recommendations for improving the organization’s security posture.