The Softcat News Team
By achieving this status, Softcat has proven their robust MXDR services including a Security Operation Center (SOC) with 24/7/365 proactive hunting, monitoring, and response capabilities all built on tight integrations with the Microsoft Security platform. This solution combines expert-trained technology with human-led services and has been verified by Microsoft engineers.
Paul Solomon, Head of Cyber Security Services at Softcat said: "Achieving the Microsoft verified Managed Extended Detection and Response (MXDR) solution status is a significant milestone for Softcat. This recognition underscores our unwavering commitment to providing advanced security solutions that integrate the Microsoft Defender product portfolio and Microsoft Sentinel.
By combining expert-trained technology with our dedicated, 24/7/365 Security Operations Center, we provide proactive threat hunting, monitoring, and response capabilities. We are extremely proud of what we have achieved and look forward to continuing to work together with Microsoft to enhance our cybersecurity offerings."
“With malicious attacks on the rise, we understand security is front and center for our customers. That is why I am excited to congratulate Softcat on achieving Microsoft Verified: Managed Extended Detection and Response solution status. Their solution closely integrates with Microsoft 365 Defender and Microsoft Sentinel and has been verified by Microsoft Security engineering to ensure that it provides comprehensive service coverage across the Microsoft Security portfolio.” – Rob Lefferts, CVP, Modern Protection and SOC, Microsoft.
Softcat is part of the Microsoft Intelligent Security Association (MISA). “The Microsoft Intelligent Security Association is comprised of some the most reliable and trusted security companies across the globe”, said Maria Thomson, Microsoft Intelligent Security Association Lead. “Our members share Microsoft’s commitment to collaboration within the cybersecurity community to improve our customers’ ability to predict, detect, and respond to security threats faster. We’re thrilled to recognise and welcome Softcat MXDR solution to the MISA portfolio.