What is Managed Security and Information Event Management (Managed SIEM)?

Cyber threats are growing more sophisticated. And they’re more frequent than ever. That’s why businesses of all sizes need effective ways to protect their networks and data. Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) was developed for this very purpose, serving as an all-seeing eye that could ingest vast amounts of data, consolidate info, and detect threats. But, like anything that sounds too good to be true, there’s a drawback: managing a SIEM on your own can be complex and time-consuming, often demanding specialized skills and non-stop oversight.

That’s where a managed SIEM comes in—emphasis on managed. Okay, but what exactly is managed SIEM? In short, a managed SIEM does the heavy lifting of cybersecurity for you, so you can focus on running and growing your business.

Let’s dig a little deeper into how it all works.

(New to SIEM? Check out “What is SIEM?” to find out how it all works.)

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What Is Managed SIEM?

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Managed SIEM is a service where a third-party provider handles the deployment, management, and monitoring of your SIEM solution. Instead of handling the SIEM in-house, you can rely on managed SIEM providers to oversee your security information and event management needs. 

This lets organizations like yours benefit from advanced security analytics without the overhead (and stress) of managing the system yourselves.

What's the Difference Between Managed SIEM and Traditional SIEM?

Traditional SIEM solutions require businesses to set up, configure, and maintain the SIEM infrastructure all on their own. This almost always involves investment in hardware, software licenses, and specialized personnel to operate and update the system. 

Managed SIEM services offload these responsibilities to a SIEM managed security service provider. The provider handles everything from initial setup to ongoing maintenance, monitoring, and updates. This frees you to focus on your core operations while dedicated experts manage your security systems.

Another difference? Managed SIEM services often include access to the latest security technologies and threat intelligence—stuff that’s tough and costly to maintain on your own.

What Are the Main Features of Managed SIEM Solutions?

From monitoring to support, Managed SIEM solutions offer a range of features that elevate your organization's security:

  • Real-time monitoring and alerting: Continuous surveillance of your IT environment to detect and respond to threats promptly.
  • Threat detection: Sophisticated analytics to identify unusual patterns that may indicate a security breach.
  • Incident response support: Expertise and assistance in responding to and mitigating security incidents, reducing downtime and potential damages.
  • Scalability and flexibility: The solution grows with your business without significant additional investments, allowing you to adapt to changing security needs over time.
  • Expert support: Access to cybersecurity pros who can provide guidance and insights into emerging threats and best practices to help you improve your security even more.

What Are the Benefits of Managed SIEM Services?

Managed SIEM services combine the features of the SIEM itself with the added advantage of having a qualified, capable team manage it from end to end on your behalf. 

  • Cost savings: Gets rid of hefty upfront investments in infrastructure and staff, lowering your total cost of ownership.
  • Expertise: Access to a team of security pros (i.e., actual humans who care) with specialized knowledge and experience handling complex security issues.
  • Enhanced security: Improved threat detection capabilities and faster response times, reducing the risk of data breaches and cyberattacks.
  • Focus on your business: Allows internal IT teams to fully concentrate on core operations and initiatives rather than day-to-day security management tasks.
  • Compliance assurance: Helps ensure your organization meets necessary compliance standards, avoiding potential fines, reputational damage, and possible legal problems.
  • Proactive threat hunting: Managed SIEM services can include proactive threat hunting, so potential vulnerabilities are identified before they can be exploited.

How to Choose the Right Managed SIEM Provider for Your Business

Not all Managed SIEM providers are the same. Consider the following aspects when shopping around:

  • Customization and flexibility: Can the SIEM provider tailor the solution to fit your specific needs and adapt as those needs change?
  • Integration capabilities: The solution should integrate seamlessly with your existing systems, applications, and security tools—not disrupt them.
  • Transparent reporting and visibility: The SIEM should provide clear and comprehensive reporting, giving you insight into your security posture and actions.
  • Support and Service Level Agreements (SLAs): Be sure the level of support the provider offers— including response times and availability— meet your expectations.
  • Cost and Value: Ask yourself, “Are the benefits worth the cost?” If your answer is a resounding “yes,” then you’ve found the right solution.

All the Advantages of SIEM Without the Hassle

Huntress Managed SIEM takes the burden off your internal team by offering continuous monitoring, expert-led threat response, and complete management, all without any need for in-house expertise. 

Traditional SIEMs were supposed to streamline your security, but instead they’ve become cumbersome and costly. They’re simply not built for the threats you face today. That’s why we reimagined the whole thing with Huntress Managed SIEM. We studied what’s out there, listened to the frustrations, and then hit “reset.” Our result delivers a 24/7, human-led Security Operations Center, with deployment, tuning, and monitoring all taken care of so you get all the benefits without the hassle. That means no more guesswork—just clear, predictable pricing and a focus on comprehensible, actionable data. In other words, Managed SIEM is cybersecurity made  simple and accessible for any business.

This fresh take on SIEM means you only pay for what you actually use—no more, no less.

Ready to reset SIEM with our new approach? Schedule a free demo to see Huntress Managed SIEM in action.

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