An MSSP focuses on proactive monitoring, protection, and response against cyber threats. Core services include:
- 24/7 Security Monitoring
- Continuous monitoring of networks, servers, and endpoints for unusual or malicious activity.
- Uses SIEM (Security Information & Event Management) tools to detect threats.
- Threat Detection & Incident Response
- Identifies cyberattacks in real time.
- Provides a step-by-step response plan to contain and eliminate threats.
- Firewall & Intrusion Detection/Prevention Management (IDS/IPS)
- Configures and manages firewalls.
- Stops unauthorized access and intrusion attempts.
- Endpoint Protection
- Deploys and manages antivirus, EDR (Endpoint Detection & Response), and mobile device security.
- Vulnerability Management
- Runs regular scans to find weaknesses in software, networks, or configurations.
- Provides patching and hardening recommendations.
- Security Awareness Training
- Educates employees on phishing, social engineering, and safe practices.
- Compliance Support
- Helps businesses meet requirements like HIPAA, PCI-DSS, GDPR, CMMC, or SOC 2.
- Managed Detection & Response (MDR) / Extended Detection & Response (XDR)
- Advanced monitoring with AI and human threat hunters.
- Goes beyond prevention to active threat hunting and remediation.
