Gone are the days when a few firewalls and reliable antivirus software were enough to protect your business from a digital breach. Today’s cyber threat landscape is complex and persistent, with rapidly evolving threats constantly probing network defenses and adapting to exploit any weakness. To counter these modern dangers, many organizations rely on a dedicated Security Operations Center (SOC) to actively monitor networks and systems, identify threats, and respond quickly to mitigate damage. Unfortunately, building, outfitting, and maintaining an effective SOC is costly in terms of resources and talent—a cost that many companies cannot afford. 

This begs the question: Is it possible to enjoy the protection offered by a SOC without having to establish one in-house? The answer is yes, in the form of SOC-as-a-Service with Atruent. 

What is SOC-as-a-Service? 

SOC-as-a-Service (SOCaaS) is an offering in the cybersecurity space that empowers organizations with a comprehensive suite of security tools and services, all provided and managed over the internet by a third-party vendor. 

By working with Atruent as an external SOC-as-a-Service provider, companies of all sizes can quickly and effectively deploy fully functional security operations centers backed by security experts, sophisticated tools and technologies, and streamlined processes. As a result, these businesses gain the ability to access security expertise and resources to better identify, detect, investigate, and respond to cyber threats proactively. Top SOCaaS providers like us offer 24 x 7 x 365 monitoring and response so that our clients never have to worry about attacks occurring when security teams are on break. 

Simply put, our SOC-as-a-Service creates a persistent threat to persistent threats, deploying a dedicated, capable, well-equipped team of security professionals to defend your vital data—every hour of every day. Regardless of what form a threat may take, Atruent’s top SOCaaS solutions are capable of intelligently evaluating and addressing the danger and adapting their response to fit each unique circumstance. 

SOC vs. SOCaaS 

SOCaaS delivers the same advantages and capabilities as any skilled in-house SOC team. Where SOC-as-a-Service differs from traditional SOC is in its structure, location, and deployment. Here’s a quick breakdown: 

  • SOC: The term SOC originally referred to the room within an office building where IT security teams would coordinate their efforts (the security operations center). But as need and responsibility grew, SOC came to describe a centralized function within an organization, incorporating a range of tools and people to analyze and respond to cyber threats and reinforce the organization’s security posture. SOC collects data from across the entire IT infrastructure, correlating every monitorable event and determining what action (if any) needs to be taken. 
  • SOCaaS: SOC-as-a-Service takes its inspiration from the many ‘as-a-service’ models available today, streamlining and scaling SOC capabilities for clients who may not have the resources to build in-house SOC solutions. Relying on remote access and cloud-based computing, SOCaaS delivers complete SOC solutions to our clients. This includes: 
    • Network monitoring
    • Threat detection 
    • Threat intelligence 
    • Log management
    • Incident investigation
    • Incident response 
    • Reporting 
    • Compliance

The major difference between SOC and SOCaaS is that the managed SOC-as-a-Service team is made up of Atruent team members who operate remotely and manage their own tools and processes. 

While the actual differences between SOC and SOCaaS may seem less significant, they allow for some extremely significant benefits. SOCaaS democratizes threat intelligence and response, allowing businesses and organizations that don’t have endless resources to establish their own security operations centers to field the same defensive capabilities as well-established enterprise businesses. SOCaaS eliminates many of the limitations that might otherwise leave a small or medium-sized business vulnerable to attack. 

Advantages of Atruent’s SOC-as-a-Service 

  • Access to Skilled Security Professionals: IT security professionals are in high demand, with a recent ISC report suggesting that there are approximately 3.4 million more IT security positions than there is talent to fill them. SOCaaS saves you the difficulty and expense of attracting, recruiting, and hiring these hard-to-find professionals in-house. SOCaaS providers take full responsibility for staffing their teams with skilled experts. 
  • Improved Security Maturity: It takes time and experience to create an effective cybersecurity program. At Atruent, our SOC-as-a-Service team has already laid down the groundwork of developing institutional knowledge and working processes that can then be applied to protecting your networks. SOCaaS is a proven shortcut to IT security maturity. 
  • Up-to-Date Tools and Information: The cybersecurity landscape is anything but static; technologies, threats, and regulations are always moving forward, and Atruent’s SOCaaS team is on the cutting edge of this advance. The tools and expertise offered by an effective SOC-as-a-Service team are always up to date, both in terms of providing effective defenses and ensuring regulatory compliance. 
  • Reduced Strain on In-House Teams: The people who make up your workforce are valuable, and so is their time. SOCaaS solutions free up your in-house IT personnel from the responsibilities of managing SOC tasks. This allows them to focus their efforts on those strategic initiatives that will play a major part in growing your business. 
  • Unlimited Scalability: As your business grows, your SOC solution will need to grow with it. At Atruent, your SOC-as-a-Service team has the resources and infrastructure to scale up or down to meet your needs, regardless of how those needs evolve. 

Client Testimonial 

“After several years of growth, it became apparent we needed a support solution provider to help manage our transforming technology systems. The Atruent team has shown the agility to scale their services to match the pace of our business’s rapid growth, helped us meet our ever-changing compliance requirements, and has been responsive to our user’s support needs. They are a valued and reliable partner who have enhanced our IT services, allowing us to focus on our business and customers’ needs.” – Technology Director at Critical Systems by Schneider Electric 

Conclusion 

In today’s cyber threat-centric world, having a reliable, proven security operations center is an absolute must. But that doesn’t mean you have to build one from the ground up. SOC-as-a-Service makes it possible for your business to enjoy the increased digital security of SOC without the added investment costs of deploying in-house. 

Choosing the right SOC-as-a-Service (SOCaaS) provider for your business can feel overwhelming and complex. Yet, with the right guidance, you can make a confident decision. At Atruent, we bring unmatched expertise, years of experience, and a diverse range of services crafted to bolster your defenses against cyber threats. 

Schedule a security assessment with Atruent for a personalized evaluation of your cybersecurity needs. Let us be your trusted partner in understanding the nuances of cybersecurity, safeguarding the strength of your business. Contact us today to explore how we can effectively protect your digital assets and infrastructure. Let’s secure your business together.