Service type
Managed Security Service Providers
11 providers
Managed endpoint, identity, and SIEM monitoring with human SOC investigation, incident reports, and supported containment actions inside the Huntress platform.
You still own Deploying agents and configuring Microsoft 365, SIEM, PSA, and ticketing integrations
Threat hunting, suspicious-activity review, alert enrichment, risk-based policy tuning, weekly findings, trend reviews and investigation support around Armis Centrix.
You still own Approving or executing containment actions in NAC, firewall, endpoint, identity or ITSM tools
Hybrid or fully outsourced SOC operation with 24/7 monitoring, alert investigation, threat hunting, threat intelligence, SIEM and SOAR enhancement, incident response leadership and detection improvement across agreed environments.
You still own Defining whether the engagement is hybrid, fully outsourced or limited to a specific SOC function
24x7 managed Microsoft Sentinel monitoring, rule tuning, SOC investigation, incident reporting and buyer guidance
You still own Maintaining Azure, Microsoft Sentinel and required Microsoft licences
24/7 MDR with analyst investigation, AI-assisted correlation, identity and asset context through Meridian, customer-specific detection and response paths, optional tool management and approved containment actions.
You still own Defining rules of engagement and which containment actions Cyderes can take without approval
24/7 co-managed MDR with alert validation, investigation, threat hunting, detection engineering, response workflow support, named experts and a shared Security Center layered over supported buyer tools.
You still own Keeping SIEM, EDR, cloud, identity and SaaS telemetry connected and useful
Co-managed Open XDR with managed SIEM, 24/7 SOC monitoring, workflow automation, threat hunting, log retention, compliance reporting and package-dependent endpoint, vulnerability and incident-support options.
You still own Choosing which endpoints, cloud services, identity systems, network tools and SaaS sources are in scope
24/7 managed detection, triage, investigation and contracted response through Orange Cyberdefense CyberSOCs, Core Fusion and supported EDR, NDR, SIEM, cloud and OT telemetry
You still own Connecting and maintaining agreed endpoint, network, cloud, identity, SIEM and OT telemetry sources
Outsourced SOC coverage with managed SIEM, MDR, threat hunting, triage and scoped containment across existing tools
You still own Approving response authority, escalation contacts and any actions that touch production systems
24/7 managed SOC coverage with monitoring, triage, investigation, threat hunting, containment playbooks, reporting, SHQ Response collaboration and optional managed protection or risk services
You still own Keeping the agreed log sources, cloud accounts, endpoint agents and business context current
24/7 SOC monitoring, SIEM alert investigation, incident classification and escalation for a SIEM the buyer already owns
You still own Owning or hosting the SIEM instance and the underlying log sources
How to use this list
Use it when
- Use this list when you know the service label, but still need to compare the operational scope behind it.
Do not assume
- The label is not enough. Two providers can both sell MDR while handling alert triage, containment, tooling, and reporting very differently.
Ask before shortlisting
- Compare the actual work performed, not only the service label.
- Check whether the provider uses your existing tools or requires its own platform.
- Confirm how pricing changes with endpoints, users, log volume, and response scope.
Category background
Managed Security Service Providers (MSSPs) are the foundational layer of the outsourced cybersecurity market. These providers operate dedicated Security Operations Centers staffed by trained analysts who monitor, detect, and escalate security events around the clock. For organizations that cannot justify the significant investment of building and staffing their own SOC, MSSPs offer a proven, cost-effective path to continuous security monitoring.
The Role of an MSSP
MSSPs handle the day-to-day operational burden of security monitoring. Core services typically include log management and SIEM monitoring, firewall and IDS/IPS management, vulnerability scanning, and compliance reporting. Many MSSPs have expanded their offerings over the years to include threat intelligence, incident response retainers, and endpoint protection management, blurring the traditional lines between MSSP and MDR services.
Evaluating MSSP Providers
When comparing MSSPs, the most important factors to weigh are breadth of service coverage, depth of analyst expertise, technology stack flexibility, and track record with organizations in your industry. Pay close attention to how the provider handles escalation — specifically, whether they simply forward alerts or provide contextual analysis and recommended actions. The best MSSPs reduce alert fatigue by triaging and enriching events before they reach your team.
MSSP Market Trends
The MSSP market continues to evolve rapidly. Leading providers are investing heavily in automation, AI-assisted triage, and platform consolidation. Many are also adding active response capabilities that were once exclusive to MDR providers. When selecting an MSSP in 2026, look for providers that combine mature operational processes with modern technology and transparent SLAs.