In today’s digital age, organizations face an ever-increasing number of cybersecurity threats. As such, it’s essential to have a robust security infrastructure in place to protect your company’s sensitive data and assets.
One-way organizations can bolster their cybersecurity is by partnering with a Microsoft Managed Security Service Provider (MSSP). However, not all MSSPs are created equal, and it’s essential to choose one that meets specific MSSP technical requirements and certifications to ensure your organization’s security needs are met.
In this blog post, we will detail some of the top certifications that you can use to evaluate potential Microsoft MSSPs.
Microsoft Solutions Partner For Security
The Microsoft Solutions Partner for Security status indicates that the MSSP has demonstrated a high level of expertise and capability in providing Microsoft security solutions and has a proven track record of delivering successful security projects.
MSSPs with this certification have shown expertise in implementing Microsoft’s security solutions such as Azure Sentinel, Microsoft Defender for Endpoint, Microsoft Defender for Identity, and Microsoft Cloud App Security, among others.
By partnering with an MSSP with this certification, you can have confidence that your organization’s security needs are in good hands and that you are working with a reliable and knowledgeable service provider. Additionally, an MSSP with this status has access to the latest Microsoft security tools, software, and resources, ensuring that its customers benefit from the most up-to-date security solutions.
ISO-27001 Certification
The ISO-27001 certification is an international standard that outlines best practices for information security management systems (ISMS). An MSSP with this certification has demonstrated that they have robust security policies and procedures in place and are committed to continuous improvement and risk management.
It requires the MSSP to implement a risk management framework and establish processes for identifying, assessing, and mitigating information security risks. Plus, the certification requires the MSSP to have policies and procedures in place to manage the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of information. This includes access control measures, information security incident management processes, and regular monitoring and review of the ISMS to ensure it is continually improving and adapting to changing threats and business needs.
When seeing the ISO-27001 Certification, you can be assured that the MSSP has a strong commitment to information security and has implemented rigorous processes and controls to protect its sensitive data and assets.
SOC2-Type 2 Certification
The SOC2-Type 2 certification is a widely recognized security certification that assesses MSSPs’ internal controls and processes. It is focused on evaluating controls and processes related to security, availability, processing integrity, confidentiality, and privacy.
This certification assesses the MSSP’s ability to design and operate effective security controls, monitor and analyze security events, manage vulnerabilities, and respond to security incidents. It also evaluates the MSSP’s ability to protect customer data from unauthorized access, disclosure, modification, and destruction and ensure the availability of services.
This means that partnering with an MSSP that holds the SOC2-Type 2 certification can provide you with the assurance that your sensitive data and assets are being protected by a service provider that has met rigorous security standards. It also means that the MSSP has been audited by a third-party auditor to ensure that they are adhering to best practices, which can help you demonstrate due diligence in security matters and meet compliance requirements, faster.
Microsoft Verified XDR Solution Status
The Microsoft Verified XDR (Extended Detection and Response) Solution Status is a certification program that recognizes MSSPs that have demonstrated the ability to deliver XDR solutions that integrate with Microsoft’s security services effectively. This certification requires rigorous testing and validation, ensuring that MSSPs have the necessary expertise to provide customers with a high level of security against advanced threats.
Partnering with an MSSP that has the Microsoft Verified XDR Solution Status can provide several benefits to customers looking for a Microsoft MSSP.
- It ensures that the MSSP has a deep understanding of Microsoft’s security services and can integrate them with other security solutions to provide a comprehensive security posture.
- It demonstrates that the MSSP has the necessary skills and expertise to protect customers against advanced threats and provides an added layer of assurance that they can manage security incidents effectively.
- It proves that the MSSPs MDR solution underwent rigorous testing and validation, providing you with peace of mind that you are partnering with a reputable and credible vendor.
By partnering with a Verified XDR Solution provider, you can be confident that your organization’s security needs are being met. Additionally, customers can benefit from streamlined operations and reduced complexity, allowing you to focus on your core business while their MSSP handles security concerns.