What is a managed SOC?

Faced with the growing security and compliance requirements of major corporations, and increasingly sophisticated cyber threats, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) have no choice but to reinforce their security posture. The managed SOC(managed Security Operations Center) is a key solution for ensuring proactive protection, 24/7, without the constraints of in-house management.

In this article, we'll define what a managed SOC is, outline its benefits, and share a case study from our webinar with cyber partner Cyna and customer Altissima.

Definition of managed SOC

What is a SOC?

A SOC(Security Operations Center) is a centralized team of cybersecurity experts responsible for monitoring, detecting, analyzing and responding to incidents.

Its role is to protect the company against corporate cyberthreats such as ransomware attacks, network intrusions and account compromises.

What is a managed SOC?

A managed SOC is an outsourced version of this service: a specialized service provider takes charge of monitoring, detecting and responding to incidents on your systems, without you needing to monitor proactively.

This "as-a-service" model enables you to benefit from cybersecurity without the cost and complexity of an in-house SOC.

Key features of a managed SOC

Real-time monitoring and analysis

Continuous collection and correlation of system logs, monitoring of workstations, servers and network devices, with instant detection of anomalies.

Detecting and responding to security incidents

Immediate intervention: isolation of compromised equipment, blocking of access, forensic analysis and eradication plan.

Vulnerability management

Proactive identification of security vulnerabilities, remediation recommendations and monitoring of their correction to reduce the attack surface.

The benefits of a managed SOC for your company

Specialized expertise available

Direct access to analysts trained in the latest threats and attack techniques.

Lower operating costs

No heavy investment in the infrastructure, tools and human resources of an in-house SOC.

Continuous improvement

Regular reporting, performance indicators, and adjustments to safety strategy.

Crisis management

Rapid coordination between your teams and the managed SOC to limit the impact of an incident.

24/7 active safety

Uninterrupted surveillance, including nights, weekends and public holidays.

Case study: SOC managed with Cyna and Altissima

During our webinar "Cybersecurity in action: a real case of IT protection with a managed SOC", we explored a concrete example of the deployment of a managed SOC solution at our customer Altissima.

With the support of our partner Cyna, implementation went quickly and smoothly. Together, they shared their advice, feedback and vision of the importance of robust cybersecurity in the enterprise.

This was illustrated by a simulated cyber attack: in just a few minutes, the SOC detected, isolated and neutralized the threat, demonstrating the need for a 24-hour operational solution to protect your business.

Missed our webinar? Don't worry: the replay is available here:

Frequently asked questions about managed SOC

Is a managed SOC right for SMEs?

Yes, it gives SMEs access to advanced protection at a lower cost.

How much does a managed SOC cost?

Varies according to data volume, monitoring scope and options, but often lower than an in-house SOC.

How do you integrate with existing systems?

Connection of SOC tools to information systems via agents, with gradual deployment to limit operational impact.

Strengthen your security with a custom-managed SOC

At rzilient, we work hand in hand with trusted partners to offer you a managed SOC solution that is perfectly adapted to your business challenges.

Our approach is based on three pillars: simplicity of deployment, total visibility of your security and end-to-end human support.

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