MSSP stands for Managed Security Service Provider – outsourced security experts that
offer management and monitoring of a company’s network security infrastructure.
MSSPs can provide a valuable service before, during and after a cyber attack. Before
an attack, their focus is on hardening IT infrastructure and enforcing solid security
policies. Building up defenses does not guarantee to prevent online criminals from
attempting to penetrate your systems, so MSSPs can help to prevent an attack in real
time by detecting vulnerabilities in targeted systems.
MSSPs can work either on-site or remotely, and their range of services include virus
blocking, intrusion detection, firewalls and VPN management, and can also handle
system changes, updates and upgrades, including modifications to existing systems or
software.
MSSPs serving multiple clients may see many attacks over the course of a single year,
and is in the best position to understand and contain any damage caused, as well as
use their knowledge to further harden your network.