SOC as a service (SOCaaS) is typically a subscription-based security operations center service that provides organizations with access to a team of security experts who monitor their IT environment for threats and incidents. It can be tailored to the specific needs of the organization.
SOC as a Service typically includes the following services:
Security Monitoring
The SOCaaS team monitors the organization's IT environment for suspicious activity, including network traffic, system logs, and security events.
Threat Intelligence
The SOCaaS team collects and analyzes threat intelligence from a variety of sources to identify the latest threats and vulnerabilities.
Incident Response
After detecting a threat or incident, SOCaaS team will work quickly to contain it and restore the organization's systems to normal operation.
Benefits of using SOC as a service:
Compliance
SOCaaS providers can help organizations to comply with security regulations.
Expertise
SOCaaS providers have the expertise and experience to detect and respond to a wide range of cybersecurity threats.
Cost-effectiveness
SOCaaS is typically less expensive than building and maintaining an in-house SOC.
Scalability
SOCaaS can be easily scaled up or down to meet the needs of the organization.
Who should use SOC as a service?
SOCaaS is a good fit for organizations of all sizes, but it is especially beneficial for organizations that:
- Do not have the budget to build and maintain their own SOC.
- Do not have the in-house expertise to manage their own SOC.
- Need to quickly scale their security capabilities up or down.
- Need to comply with security regulations.