Sophos Central Managed Risk
Sophos Central Managed Risk provides continuous threat detection and response for your business network, covering 50-99 users and servers for 25 months.
- Continuous Monitoring: Access to 24/7 security operations center monitoring for immediate threat identification.
- Rapid Response: Coverage for swift incident response to minimize impact and downtime.
- Proactive Threat Hunting: Protection against emerging cyber threats through dedicated threat hunting.
- Expert Guidance: Entitlement to expert advice and remediation support for security incidents.
Product Overview
Product Overview
Sophos Central Managed Risk is a cloud-based cybersecurity service designed to provide continuous threat detection, investigation, and response for your organization. It extends your internal IT capabilities by offering expert security operations center (SOC) services to identify and neutralize threats before they can cause significant damage.
This service is ideal for small to mid-market businesses, including those with dedicated IT departments or those relying on IT managers to oversee multiple responsibilities. It integrates with your existing Sophos security products, providing a unified platform for managing and responding to security events within your on-premises and cloud environments.
- 24/7 SOC Monitoring: Dedicated security analysts monitor your environment around the clock.
- Threat Detection & Investigation: Advanced tools and expertise to identify and analyze potential security incidents.
- Managed Threat Response: Proactive actions taken to contain and neutralize threats.
- Incident Response: Expert support to guide you through and resolve security breaches.
- Reporting & Visibility: Clear insights into your security posture and ongoing threats.
Sophos Central Managed Risk offers enterprise-grade security operations without the overhead, empowering SMB and mid-market teams to stay protected.
What This Solves
Access to 24/7 Security Operations Center
Access to a dedicated Security Operations Center (SOC) that continuously monitors your network for threats. This ensures immediate detection of potential security incidents, minimizing the window of vulnerability for your business operations.
cloud-hosted applications, on-premises servers, hybrid cloud environments, remote workforce enablement
Coverage for Incident Response and Remediation
Coverage for swift and expert incident response, including containment and remediation of security breaches. This minimizes operational disruption and data loss, ensuring business continuity during and after a security event.
business continuity planning, disaster recovery readiness, regulatory compliance adherence, critical infrastructure protection
Protection Against Evolving Cyber Threats
Protection against a wide range of cyber threats, including ransomware, malware, and advanced persistent threats, through proactive threat hunting and analysis. This keeps your business defenses up-to-date against the latest attack vectors.
data security protocols, endpoint protection management, network intrusion detection, vulnerability management
Key Features
24/7/365 SOC Monitoring
Your environment is continuously monitored by expert analysts, ensuring threats are detected and addressed immediately, reducing risk and potential damage.
Threat Detection and Investigation
Utilizes advanced tools and human expertise to identify and investigate suspicious activities, providing clear understanding of potential security incidents.
Managed Threat Response
Proactive actions are taken by Sophos experts to contain and neutralize threats, minimizing impact on your business operations.
Incident Response Support
Provides expert guidance and support throughout the incident response process, helping you recover quickly and effectively from security breaches.
Integration with Sophos Central
Seamlessly integrates with your existing Sophos security products for a unified management experience and enhanced visibility.
Industry Applications
Finance & Insurance
Financial institutions require stringent security measures to protect sensitive customer data and comply with regulations like GLBA and PCI DSS, making continuous monitoring and rapid response essential.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Healthcare providers must adhere to HIPAA regulations for patient data privacy, necessitating robust security solutions that offer continuous monitoring and incident response to prevent breaches.
Legal & Professional Services
Law firms and professional services handle confidential client information, requiring advanced security to prevent data theft and maintain client trust, often driven by ethical obligations and potential liability.
Manufacturing & Industrial
Industrial environments are increasingly targeted by cyberattacks that can disrupt operations and compromise sensitive intellectual property, requiring vigilant security to ensure uptime and protect assets.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sophos Central Managed Risk?
Sophos Central Managed Risk is a subscription service that provides your business with 24/7 expert cybersecurity monitoring, threat detection, investigation, and response. It acts as an extension of your IT team, managed by Sophos security professionals.
Who is this service for?
This service is ideal for small to mid-market businesses that need enterprise-level security operations without the overhead of building their own SOC. It's suitable for organizations with 50-99 users and servers.
How does this service differ from standard antivirus software?
Unlike standard antivirus, Managed Risk offers continuous human-led monitoring and active threat hunting by a dedicated SOC. It goes beyond simple detection to actively investigate and respond to threats, providing a much higher level of protection and assurance.
Deployment & Support
Deployment Complexity
Low — self-service
Fulfillment
Digital Delivery
License keys / portal provisioning
Support Model
Zent Networks Managed
Renewal, add-license, and lifecycle management included
Subscription Terms
Cancellation
Cancel anytime — no charge on next cycle
You may cancel this subscription at any time. Cancellation takes effect at the end of the current billing period. You will not be charged for the following billing cycle. Access remains active through the end of the paid term.
Returns
Subscription licenses are non-refundable
Digital software licenses and SaaS subscriptions cannot be returned once activated or provisioned. Contact a Zent Networks account manager if you have questions before purchasing.