CloudGuard, a Manchester-based Microsoft security automation specialist and Managed Security Services Provider, has opened a new Security Operations Centre (SOC) in the city to meet the increasing demand from customers. The SOC will provide 24x7x365 security expertise to both UK and international businesses, with a focus on supporting small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that may not have the resources to build and manage their own SOC teams.
Following the relocation of its head office from London to Manchester, CloudGuard is strengthening its presence in the city, taking advantage of Manchester’s reputation as a major cyber hub. The expanded SOC will offer a range of security services, including operational and incident response, security product support, threat hunting, security automation, and advanced data science.
Matt Lovell, CEO of CloudGuard, expressed excitement about the new SOC, stating that the company is committed to providing top-notch cybersecurity solutions to address the evolving threats faced by SMEs. The SOC’s services now include email and application security monitoring, operational technology expertise, and incident response capabilities tailored to each business’s unique security needs.
CloudGuard’s automation-led approach, combined with human intervention for contextual understanding, ensures a seamless incident resolution experience for customers. The newly-launched SOC will provide round-the-clock detection, response, support, and resolution to enhance cybersecurity posture.
CloudGuard has established strategic partnerships with industry leaders like Microsoft, Recorded Future, and CrowdStrike, among others. These partnerships have expanded to include Fortinet, CloudFlare, Abnormal, and Wiz, enhancing CloudGuard’s capabilities in providing AI-driven cyber automated response for email, network, cloud services, and user behavioural analytics.