Core MSSP Services That Never Change Flashcards
Core MSSP Services That Never Change (15 cards)
Managed Firewall
firewall 24/7
Protects a network from cyber threats by monitoring and controlling traffic flow.
IDS (Intrusion Detection System)
This is like a security camera that watches everything happening in the network. It can see and alert when someone tries to break in, but it doesn’t stop them.
IPS (Intrusion Prevention System)
This is like a security guard who can not only see the intruder but also stop them from entering the network.
Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR)
Is like having a security guard (monitoring) and an alarm system (response) specifically for every device connected to your network.
Security Information and Event Management (SIEM)
Seeing all security-related activities and managing potential risks.
Vulnerability Management
A health check for systems, where you find issues, fix them, and then keep checking to stay healthy and secure.
Incident Response
The process of identifying, managing, and resolving security incidents (like cyberattacks or data breaches) to minimize damage and protect an organization’s systems and data.
24/7 Network Monitoring:
A cybersecurity strategy that involves constantly monitoring a network for security issues.
Compliance Management
To ensure that a company follows all necessary laws, regulations, and standards related to security and data protection. (like GDPR or HIPAA).
Compliance Monitoring
Many industries have strict regulatory requirements for data security (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA, PCI-DSS). Compliance monitoring helps ensure that a client adheres to these standards by monitoring and reporting on compliance status, identifying gaps, and assisting with remediation efforts if needed. This service is crucial for clients who face regulatory audits and fines for non-compliance.
Penetration Testing and Vulnerability Assessments
Penetration testing (pen testing) is a proactive approach where security experts simulate attacks on a client’s systems to find exploitable vulnerabilities. Vulnerability assessments involve identifying and cataloging potential weaknesses in the client’s network or software without necessarily exploiting them. Together, these services help to assess and enhance a client’s security posture.
Managed Security Monitoring
Managed security monitoring involves continuous surveillance of a client’s network for suspicious activity or anomalies. MSSPs utilize Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) systems and threat intelligence tools to detect, respond to, and mitigate security incidents in real-time, often working around the clock.
Product Resale
Many MSSPs offer cybersecurity products such as firewalls, antivirus software, and endpoint protection as part of a service bundle. By reselling these products, MSSPs can give clients access to best-in-class security technologies while integrating these tools into the client’s broader security management program.
Perimeter Management
Perimeter management is the process of monitoring and securing the client’s network perimeter—like firewalls, intrusion prevention systems (IPS), and virtual private networks (VPNs)—to protect against external threats. By handling these boundary defenses, MSSPs prevent unauthorized access and keep the client’s network secure from external attacks.
On-site Consulting
This involves security experts physically visiting a client’s location to offer specialized support, such as advising on cybersecurity strategy, helping with complex deployments, and providing hands-on training or audits. On-site consulting allows MSSPs to address client-specific issues directly and integrate security solutions with the client’s infrastructure in real-time.
