What is a Security Operations Centre (SOC)?

A Security Operations Centre (SOC) is at the core of the business. It monitors an organisation’s entire IT infrastructure to detect real-time cybersecurity events and address them as quickly and effectively as possible. Unfortunately, cyber threats or attacks can happen at any time of the day and tend to present an added hazard to your business when you least expect it. Implementing a SOC means your business is protected 24/7 with a robust contingency plan that stops any intellectual property, software, systems or business property from being accessed.

The benefit of a SOC is that it unifies and coordinates an organisation’s practices, security tools, and response to security threats or incidents. This usually results in improved security policies and preventative measures, faster threat detection and more effective response to security threats.

What are the benefits of a Security Operations Centre (SOC)?

A managed SOC can benefit an organisation, including early detection of threats, improved security posture, and better response coordination. With the proper SOC in place, a business can be better prepared to face the challenges of today’s ever-changing security landscape. Here are some of the top benefits that you can expect when you partner with a SOC expert:

Improved security intelligence

SOCs provide real-time analysis of security data to identify and mitigate threats quickly. SOCs proactively monitor various security data sources to detect malicious activity and respond swiftly and appropriately.

Visibility

SOCs give organisations a comprehensive view of their resources, network and tools, helping them to detect potential issues before they become significant problems.

Proactive mitigation strategies

SOC teams can create policies to prevent future attacks by monitoring suspicious activity. Proactive strategies include monitoring and responding to events in real time, regularly scanning for vulnerabilities, and identifying areas of weakness that could become a threat.

Automation

SOCs will automate processes to streamline incident response and reduce manual tasks associated with maintaining a secure environment.

Cost-effective

A SOC can save your business money by reducing the need for hardware investments or additional personnel. Benefitting from the latest security solutions allows you to avoid cyber threats and protect your business against costly damages from malicious activity or attacks.

Compliance

Depending on your business’s industry, you may be required to comply with certain regulations. SOCs provide companies with the resources and expertise needed to help them stay compliant with various rules and deal with different threats fully compliantly.

Improved risk management

SOCs provide greater visibility into network activities, which means potential threats can be identified and addressed quickly.

What does a Security Operations Centre (SOC) service include?

Fusion Business Services have partnered with experts in IT security who excel in creating and maintaining successful SOCs for businesses. When you use our partner’s service, you will benefit from the following:

• Cyber security planning
• ISO support and compliance management
• Real-time monitoring and detection support
• Preventative measures

Their outsourced services allow you to reduce your overall spending on IT infrastructures. This simplified way of operating is ideal for companies that want to operate efficiently and cost-effectively. Our partner’s comprehensive SOC service covers all key elements of a SOC and allows you to benefit from expert knowledge without spending on additional staffing.

Safeguard your company with a tailored Security Operations Centre (SOC)

In an era where cyber-attacks pose an ever-increasing threat to businesses, safeguarding your company against it is of paramount importance. By implementing a SOC tailored to your company’s requirements, you can enhance your safety online and operate more securely.

Fusion Business Services has partnered with a team of experts at the forefront of the UK’s cyber security and cloud computing. To learn more about our partner’s SOC service, please contact us today by completing the short form on this page or call us on 0800 229 4020. We’ll pass your details over to our specialist partners, who will be in contact shortly.