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Full Stack Microsoft Security Managed Services

MXDR for IT

Provides organizations with 24/7 unified security operations and extended detection, threat hunting, investigation, and response across endpoints, identity, cloud apps, and email with Microsoft Defender XDR and Microsoft Sentinel.

Managed Endpoint Threat Detection and Response

24/7/365 management, threat detection and response services for your endpoints powered by Microsoft Defender for Endpoint

MXDR for OT

Powered by Microsoft Defender for IoT, Difenda MXDR for OT offers a turn-key agentless extended detection and response (XDR) service that is deployed to help protect OT and industrial control system (ICS) devices.

Managed Email Threat Detection and Response

Enhance defenses against common entry points and protect critical data from threat actors with advanced threat protection from phishing, malware, and spam, powered by Microsoft Defender for Office 365.

Managed Services for Microsoft Sentinel

Expedite Sentinel deployment and provide expert resources to accelerate detection, respond quicker and adapt sooner to security threats.

Managed Cloud Threat Detection and Response

Detect and identify malicious activity in Azure and other cloud environments powered by Microsoft Defender for Cloud.

Difenda Shield

A streamlined SecOps-as-a-Service platform, our Cyber Command Center (ISO27001, SOC II Type 2, and PCI certified) integrates with Microsoft 365 services and other leading security technologies through highly automated & orchestrated processes.

AIRO

AIRO (Automated Incident Response and Orchestration) is an advanced technology developed by Difenda. AIRO detects threats, prioritizes incidents, assigns scores, and responds quickly.

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Microsoft Defender for Endpoint

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Microsoft Defender for Office 365

Microsoft Security End to End Roadmap

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Andrew Hodges

Vice President

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Vice President

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Andrew Hodges is the driving force behind innovation at Difenda, ensuring that the Cyber Command Centre (C3) remains at the forefront of cybersecurity technology. With over two decades of experience spanning IT networking and cybersecurity, Andrew brings a unique blend of technical expertise and strategic vision to his role.

Andrew’s technical journey began with a Bachelor of Commerce in Information Technology Management from Ryerson University and a certificate in Computer Programming and Analysis from Niagara College. He holds multiple certifications such as CISSP, PCI-P, Microsoft 365 Security Administrator Associate, CompTIA Security+, MCSE (2003), Scrum Master, and ITIL Foundation.

His leadership expertise and ability to strategically motivate his team have resulted in the creation of high-performing teams that operate with a high degree of teamwork to achieve ambitious goals. Andrew is committed to continuously evolving Difenda’s product and technology offerings to meet the ever-changing demands of the cybersecurity landscape.

When not driving innovation at Difenda, Andrew puts his family first, enjoying mealtimes and traveling with them. He is also passionate about fitness and nutrition.

Additionally, Andrew is dedicated to giving back to the community. He supports local and international charities such as Hope and Healing International, World Vision, and the Compassion Society of Halton.