How To Find The Right Managed Security Service Provider - MSSP

15/03/2025 7 min

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In this episode of Technically U, we explore how to select the perfect Managed Security Service Provider (MSSP) to protect your business from evolving cyber threats. Discover the key factors to consider, including certified staff, 24/7 monitoring, SIEM platforms, and Service Level Agreements (SLAs). We break down the importance of proactive vs. reactive security, SOAR services, log retention, and rapid response times.Plus, learn how to evaluate an MSSP’s geographic coverage, remediation services, and customer references.✅ Key Topics:Certified cybersecurity professionals - CISSP, CEH, CISM, CompTIA Security+: (1:00)24/7 monitoring and threat response: (1:45)SIEM platforms - Splunk, IBM QRadar, Rapid7, Microsoft Sentinel: (2:20)SLAs and guaranteed response times: (2:57)Proactive threat hunting vs. reactive incident response: (3:30)SOAR services for faster threat mitigation: (4:00)Log retention requirements for compliance - HIPAA, GDPR, CCPA: (4:30)Hands-on Remediation: (5:00)Global, national, and local MSSP coverage: (5:20)Response Time: (5:41)References and Case Studies: (6:10)Key red flags to avoid when selecting an MSSP: (6:32)💼 Whether you're a small business or a global enterprise, finding the right MSSP is crucial to safeguarding your data, customers, and reputation. Learn how to ask the right questions and choose a provider that aligns with your security needs.

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