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#188 - The MSSP Alert 2024 Pricing Benchmark Report with Sharon Florentine from CyberRisk Alliance

On this episode of The Cybersecurity Defenders Podcast we speak with Sharon Florentine, Senior Managing Editor at CyberRisk Alliance, about the MSSP Alert 2024 Pricing Benchmark Report. Sharon is a master technology storyteller and editor with over two decades of experience in shaping the way we understand and engage with technology. Sharon's career spans an impressive range of platforms, from books and print magazines to podcasts, live events, and digital media. She's covered everything from AI and cybersecurity to career development and diversity in tech.

Cyber Security Managed Services: Enhance Your Protection with Expert Solutions

Among the most important aspects of building a new digital economy are protecting sensitive digital "boxes" of data, which takes a special kind of work to do well. Cyber security managed services have emerged as a practical solution to this issue, equipped with comprehensive defense mechanisms with professionals' strategies and the latest technologies. Threats evolve, and businesses cannot rely on old security methods anymore.

#187 - Automation in MSSP Operations with David Burkett, Cloud Security Researcher at Corelight

On this episode of The Cybersecurity Defenders Podcast we talk about automation in MSSP operations with David Burkett, Cloud Security Researcher at Core light. David has deep expertise in cloud threat detection and automation. Over the course of his career, David has built and optimized three different Cyber Security Operations Centers for MSSP and MDR providers, demonstrating his unparalleled skill in scaling security operations through automation and efficient processes.

Create Instant, Scalable, and Cost-Effective Value for MSSP Customers

This blog was originally published on MSSP Alert on November 20, 2024. Imagine being able to offer your customers instant value for selecting your MSSP over others. This sounds like a tricky proposition, given that organizations seeking managed security solutions can be extremely diverse. What could a medical institution need that would also benefit an energy company? Where do the needs of a tech startup and a dairy farm intersect?

5 Important Steps in Choosing a Cybersecurity Provider for Your Company

In today’s digital age, cybersecurity is no longer an option but a necessity for medium to large-sized companies. Protecting your business from evolving cyber threats is critical to safeguarding sensitive data, maintaining customer trust, and ensuring operational continuity. Choosing the right cybersecurity provider for your company or organization can be a game-changer.

MSSP vs MSP: Different Levels of IT Services

It only takes seconds for a normal workday to turn disastrous. No matter what industry you’re in, handling your IT obligations is crucial. A single data breach costs an average of $4.5 million to overcome. Many people choose to outsource these responsibilities, but not everyone knows how to find the right provider. This is especially true when looking for an MSSP vs MSP. Knowing the difference can help you make the best decision for your IT operations and overall business security.

Building a Profitable MSSP: Modern Pricing Strategies for Maximum Growth

MSSPs face a difficult 2025 as several prominent security vendors move toward offering services. Staying profitable will be challenging in an environment where licensing fees are increasing, partners are becoming competitors, and emerging technologies threaten traditional security practices. Create a winning plan by joining Matt Bromiley, Lead Solutions Engineer at LimaCharlie, for an informative webinar on MSSP pricing strategies.

How Can MSSPs Respond to Vendor Competition?

Managed security service providers (MSSPs) must confront a worrying trend: More and more cybersecurity solutions vendors are developing—or acquiring—managed services offerings of their own. This places MSSPs in direct competition with the vendors on whose tools they depend. Large EDR/XDR providers like CrowdStrike, Palo Alto, and Check Point already have managed detection and response (MDR) services. And more large security firms are moving in this direction.

How Growing MSSPs Benefit from Tools with Public-Cloud Pricing

This blog was originally published on MSSP Alert on October 16, 2024. MSSPs want to grow—but the complexity of modern security operations (SecOps) and the unique demands of the security services market make this challenging. In this post, we’ll look at how tools with public cloud or public cloud-like pricing—pricing that is usage- or consumption-based rather than fixed fee or license-based—can help MSSPs grow more effectively and efficiently.