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Bridging the cybersecurity skills gap

Author: James Woods, public cloud director for Arrow's enterprise computing solutions business in the UK and Ireland

In an era where cybersecurity threats evolve at an unprecedented rate, it remains one of the biggest corporate headaches, a relentless challenge requiring organisations to adopt proactive measures and vigilance to safeguard their assets and reputation.


The sophistication of cybercriminals has escalated the risks to corporate networks, where the goal is often to disrupt operations or access sensitive data. These threats come in many forms. Whether the source is human error or an intentional malicious attack, these incidents pose significant challenges to business continuity and trust.


The rapid shift toward digitalisation, cloud adoption, the widespread use of interconnected devices, and remote working has introduced a host of additional vulnerabilities. This expansion of the attack surface has made endpoints prime targets for increasingly sophisticated and personalised AI-powered cyberattacks.


As data breaches grow in frequency and scale, regulatory frameworks have tightened, and while non-compliance can lead to severe financial penalties and damage to consumer trust, in extreme cases it can cause irreparable reputational harm.


Addressing the cyber-talent challenge


Establishing and maintaining a strong cybersecurity posture demands skillsets that continue to outpace supply, leaving organisations, particularly IT resource-poor small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs), more vulnerable due to critical gaps in their defence strategies. 


To fill this gap, Arrow’s managed micro-SOC service powered by Microsoft Sentinel provides comprehensive monitoring for Azure Sentinel environments, covering Microsoft 365, Azure AD, and other critical systems. A combination of Arrow’s dedicated security teams with a low-touch security operations centre (SOC), provides an entry point to proactive cyber resilience, protection, and continuous security improvement for already stretched in-house IT teams. 


The managed service delivers a package of comprehensive monitoring capabilities. incident classification and assessment, technical advice for resolving issues, and reporting. In the event of a security breach, incident response services include a detailed investigation of high-priority alerts, forensic analysis to uncover root causes, and the development of containment strategies to prevent the spread. Beyond incident response, Arrow’s support services ensure remediation planning to address vulnerabilities to deliver long-term resilience. 


Whether it’s a small business looking to bolster defences or a large organisation wanting to optimise existing security measures, the service can be tailored to maintain a high level of security without over-extending their resources.


The challenges of today’s cybersecurity landscape demand innovative and proactive solutions. Arrow’s managed micro-SOC service offers a powerful combination of advanced technology, expert analysis, and flexible support, allowing businesses to confidently navigate the complexities of digital security while focusing on their core operations. 


For more information visit https://www.arrow.com/globalecs/uk/services/managed-services/micro-soc-service/