24/7 Cybersecurity monitoring with Security Operations Center
Is your business using online tools? You know, like email, Drive, social media?
Of course it is, we’re in 2025.
Then you are exposed to threats – and if you haven’t already been targeted by a hacker attack, it’s just a matter of time*. And when that happens, your custom tailored Security Operations Center (SOC) will keep you safe.
*GreatHorn states that 57% of organizations see weekly or daily phishing attempts.
What is a Security Operations Center (SOC)?
Forbes reports that in 2023, security breaches saw a 72% increase from 2021, which held the previous all-time record.
Do you need a SOC in your company?
With increased regulation, such as NIS2, GDPR, DORA, and others, more and more businesses are required to have specific cybersecurity requirements in place in order to avoid fees and penalties.
Find out if you need to worry about NIS2
So the short answer is yes, you do. Whether you do it in-house or external is another decision, but you still need to have SOC in place.
However, take into account that hackers don’t have business hours – and neither should your cybersecurity tools.
According to IBSM, the average time to identify a breach is 194 days.
Questions and Answers
about FORT’s Security Operations Center Development
I already have cybersecurity software and antivirus installed
Good, that’s the first step. But these protective layers need to be configured, managed and monitored.
What does that mean? It means collecting alerts and logs to decide which is truly a breach and which is not a concern. Further to this, if you define automated actions, there’s no need to be up 24/7 to monitor your website – these actions will ensure fast reactions.
And finally, constant updating is a must. Threats evolve, so should your coverage against them.
Many of you have asked us, do I need to implement FORT's SIEM or can I use my own?
The answer is easy – Yes!
A Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) system centralizes log data from across an organization’s IT infrastructure, enabling real-time threat detection, incident response, and compliance reporting., by correlating events from sources like firewalls, servers, and cloud platforms to uncover suspicious activity, such as failed logins or malware spread.
At FORT, we know that companies might already have a SIEM solution, may it be Splunk, IBM QRadar, Microsoft Sentinel, Arcsight or OpenSearch, so we offer customers the possibility to use their existing solution, and our experts will just easily integrate it into the SOC solution.
Or, if you have no SIEM in place, we will help you select the suitable solution for your needs & budget.
Can I develop a Security Operations Center in house?
Of course, and if your services are very complex, it is recommended to do so. It is still a good practice to get a consultation and recommendation from an expert in cybersecurity, who can advise on the main areas to invest into.
But if your budget doesn’t cover hardware, software and personnel dedicated to cybersecurity, you’re probably better of working with an external provider.
Sophos reports that the average cost of a ransomware recovery in 2024 is
$2.73 million
What are the steps to implementing SOC in your organization?
There’s no one shoe fits all in cybersecurity, even for companies of the same size and in the same industry. So, the first step of SOC development is to start tailoring it to your needs.
In our process, we kick off with a classic security assessment (infrastructure, network, penetration tests, documentation, personnel, policies, procedures, standards), followed by interviews with relevant team members and wrapping up with an analysis of the vulnerability & exposure level of key components in the infrastructure.
The result is a detailed plan to be developed and rolled out, to enhance the cybersecurity posture. This is based on the criticality of each finding and in agreement with your company’s representatives.
So, do I need to hire anyone or invest in software?
No. The whole point of working with an external provider is that they provide both the human resources and the tools needed to check your vulnerabilities and monitor your cybersecurity posture.
Check Point has found that 43% of all breaches are insider threats, either intentional or unintentional.
What is the cost of implementing SOC?
As mentioned before, there is no one size fits all approach when developing SOC. However, you can start with an initial assessment of your needs and based on our experience of working with similar companies, we can provide a range of investment, for you to factor in your budget.
Technology Inquirer reported that 100k groups and more than 400,000 servers in at least 150 countries were infected by the Wannacry virus in 2017, at a total cost of around $4 billion.
Understanding a Security Operations Center (SOC): what it is and when you need it
- 21/01/2025
- Vladimir Ghita
SOC In-house vs Outsourced
Here’s a comparison to help you evaluate which option best suits your organization’s needs:
In-House SOC
Outsourced SOC
Cost
In-House SOC
High upfront costs (infrastructure, salaries, training) but lower long-term operational costs.
Outsourced SOC
Lower upfront costs, typically subscription-based or pay-as-you-go models.
Expertise
In-House SOC
Requires hiring and retaining skilled professionals, access to experience in just your sector of business and with specific problems
Outsourced SOC
Access to a wide pool of security experts and specialists, which handle multiple SOCs and are exposed to a wide variety of issues, threats and solutions.
Flexibility
In-House SOC
Difficult and expensive to scale quickly to meet growing needs, high implementation time, risk of being stuck with the initial technology stack.
Outsourced SOC
Easily scalable to adapt to increased workloads or larger organizations, quick deployment, access to newest technology stack and skills.
24/7 Monitoring
In-House SOC
Needs dedicated staff and shifts for round-the-clock monitoring.
Outsourced SOC
Typically includes 24/7 monitoring as part of the service.
Long-Term Viability
In-House SOC
Sustainable if the organization can manage costs and retain skilled staff.
Outsourced SOC
Cost-effective for organizations lacking resources to build and maintain their own SOC.
Real-world experiences from our trusted partners
Our SOC services help businesses stay ahead of cyber threats with 24/7 monitoring, quick response times, and expert support.
Starting from 2020, FORT has been our primary cybersecurity partner, helping us in establishing our IT Governance Framework. Since then, they have consistently proven flexibility and reliability during our dynamic period of expansion with ever more complex security requirements in broader geographies. They have delivered on every project we embarked on together, whether it involved conducting penetration testing on our platform or assisting us in implementing globally recognized standards like ISO27001 or SOC2 Type2. Our partnership is set to endure, and I wholeheartedly endorse the amazing team at FORT.
DRUID has started out as a technology provider with high ambitions and a “fast growth” mentality. In order to support this approach, we needed a partner with the same business principles and deep technical knowledge and FORT is the partner that delivered that. We heavily rely on the team at FORT for all penetration testing activities on our platform and infrastructure and we are looking forward to new challenges together.
This is too much info, I’m confused
We’re here to help you navigate the complexities of cybersecurity solutions. Let’s set up a quick call to asses your needs and take it from there.