3. What is outsourced security?
Outsourced security handles an organisation’s cyber security needs. It’s an external service that’s implemented by third-party MSSPs. Working with outsourced security providers adds an extra layer of protection for your digital assets. They’re staffed with individuals who are experts in cyber security and are equipped with the right knowledge, skills and tools to detect, identify, and manage threats.
An MSSP is scalable, cost-effective, efficient, and allows SMBs to have access to a robust security services system.
4. What is the difference between MSP and MSSP?
A managed service provider (MSP) oversees and maintains your IT systems to make sure that they’re operational. Its primary focus is on the administration of your IT systems and ensures that your data is available to employees and stakeholders who need it. While many MSPs are expanding their offerings to include cyber security services, their main focus is on IT management.
A managed security service provider (MSSP), meanwhile, focusses on the security of your data and systems, offering security as a service and keeping your digital assets and data safe from cyber threats. The MSSP provides round-the-clock protection and regulates access to data to ensure that only authorised personnel can have access to it. The managed security services provider also ensures that the security measures they’re implementing are in alignment with regulations.
5. What does a managed security service provider do?
A managed security service provider (MSSP) is a third-party service provider that protects your systems from security incidents and advanced threats. They provide cyber security event monitoring, endpoint security, threat intelligence, intrusion management, security assessments, and systems management.