Sophos Central Managed Risk
Sophos Central Managed Risk provides 50 months of continuous threat detection and response for 1000 to 1999 users and servers, safeguarding your critical business operations.
- Continuous Monitoring: Access to 24/7 security operations center monitoring your environment for active threats.
- Expert Response: Coverage for immediate incident investigation and containment by Sophos security experts.
- Risk Reduction: Protection against advanced cyberattacks, data breaches, and operational disruptions.
- Entitlement to Guidance: Proactive threat hunting and expert advice to improve your overall security posture.
Product Overview
Product Overview
Sophos Central Managed Risk is a cloud-based cybersecurity service that delivers continuous threat detection, investigation, and response for your organization. It provides 24/7 monitoring by a dedicated security operations center, ensuring active threats are identified and addressed promptly.
This service is designed for mid-market companies and larger SMBs that require enterprise-grade security operations without the overhead of building and maintaining their own SOC. It integrates with your existing Sophos security products to provide a unified view and rapid response to cyber incidents.
- 24/7 Threat Monitoring: Dedicated Security Operations Center (SOC) actively monitors your environment.
- Expert Incident Response: Immediate investigation and containment of active threats by Sophos security analysts.
- Proactive Threat Hunting: Continuous search for hidden threats and vulnerabilities within your network.
- Managed Detection and Response (MDR): Combines advanced technology with human expertise for effective threat management.
- Reporting and Insights: Regular updates on security posture and threat landscape relevant to your business.
Sophos Central Managed Risk offers mid-market organizations enterprise-level security operations, providing peace of mind and robust protection against evolving cyber threats.
What This Solves
Access to 24/7 Expert Threat Monitoring
Access to a dedicated Security Operations Center (SOC) that continuously monitors your network for active threats. This ensures that potential security incidents are identified and escalated immediately, minimizing response times.
cloud-hosted applications, on-premises servers, hybrid cloud environments, remote workforce enablement
Coverage for Incident Investigation and Response
Coverage for expert-led investigation of detected threats and coordinated response actions to contain and neutralize them. This service ensures that your organization has the specialized skills needed to manage complex security incidents effectively.
business continuity planning, disaster recovery strategy, regulatory compliance adherence, IT risk management
Protection Against Advanced Cyberattacks
Protection against sophisticated and evolving cyber threats, including ransomware, zero-day exploits, and advanced persistent threats. This proactive defense helps prevent breaches and data loss, safeguarding your business reputation and financial stability.
critical data protection, intellectual property security, customer data privacy, operational technology security
Key Features
24/7/365 Security Operations Center (SOC)
Provides continuous monitoring and rapid detection of threats, ensuring your environment is always protected.
Expert Threat Analysts
Leverages skilled professionals to investigate, hunt for, and respond to threats, reducing the burden on internal IT staff.
Managed Detection and Response (MDR)
Combines advanced technology with human expertise to deliver effective threat management and incident resolution.
Integration with Sophos Portfolio
Works seamlessly with other Sophos security products for a unified and enhanced security posture.
Proactive Threat Hunting
Continuously searches for hidden threats that may evade automated defenses, preventing potential breaches.
Industry Applications
Finance & Insurance
This sector faces stringent regulatory compliance requirements and high-value targets for cybercriminals, necessitating robust, continuous security monitoring and rapid incident response capabilities.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Healthcare organizations handle sensitive patient data (PHI) and are subject to strict regulations like HIPAA, making them prime targets requiring advanced threat protection and immediate response to prevent breaches.
Legal & Professional Services
Law firms and professional services companies manage confidential client information, making them attractive targets for data theft and requiring strong security to maintain client trust and meet compliance obligations.
Manufacturing & Industrial
These organizations increasingly rely on connected systems and operational technology (OT), making them vulnerable to cyberattacks that can disrupt production, compromise intellectual property, and impact safety.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sophos Central Managed Risk?
Sophos Central Managed Risk is a subscription service that provides 24/7 threat detection, investigation, and response by a dedicated Security Operations Center (SOC). It helps businesses protect themselves from advanced cyber threats.
Who is this service for?
This service is designed for mid-market companies and larger SMBs that need enterprise-grade security operations without the cost and complexity of building their own SOC. It is for businesses that use IT for their own operations.
How does this service differ from standard antivirus?
Unlike standard antivirus which focuses on known threats, Managed Risk provides active monitoring, threat hunting, and expert-led incident response for unknown and sophisticated attacks, offering a much higher level of protection.
Deployment & Support
Deployment Complexity
Medium — IT-assisted
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.