The Power of Three: Email Security, Monitoring, and SoC for Ultimate Business Protection

Running a business is a high-stakes endeavor. You’re juggling numerous risks, and ultimately, the security and success of your organization rests on your shoulders.    

In today’s digital age, cybersecurity isn’t just important—it’s essential for survival.

Picture this scenario: One of the computers on your network receives a random email that slips through your cyber defenses and your company’s data is held hostage by a ransomware attack. 

Not too long ago, in 2023, more than 60 percent of small businesses that faced a cyberattack of some sort shut down within six months, with most of the attacks originating with a business email. 

That’s a sobering thought.

But here’s the good news: You can fight back.  We call it the Power of Three: Email Security, Monitoring, and a Security Operations Center (SOC). While email security is crucial, it’s just one piece of the puzzle in your overall security and operational strategy.  

Let’s explore how a strong MSP can help you leverage the Power of Three to boost your security, productivity, and efficiency in today’s challenging business environment.

Business Email Security: Locking The Front Door

Think of your business email as the front door to your operations. For most companies, business emails are the main mode of internal and external communications, making it a point of vulnerability for your business if not properly managed and protected. It’s like making sure your doors and windows are secure – they protect you from the most common and most destructive potential attacks. 

Threats such as phishing, malware, BEC (Business Email Compromises), hacking, ransomware and so on are some of the threats facing companies today. With a single wrong click, your company’s operations may be disrupted and sensitive data compromised.

Fortunately, there are effective countermeasures. Our specialists can help you implement essential security measures such as:

• Email filtering: Blocking phishing attempts and spam before they reach your inbox.    
• Data encryption: Protecting your emails while they’re being transmitted.    
• Employee training: Equipping your team to identify and handle suspicious messages. 

As a premier IT solutions provider, we have the knowledge, skills and experience required to turbocharge the security of your VoIP Phone Systems, servers, and networks. 

Monitoring: Vigilance is Key

Even the best security protocols can be bypassed.  A zero-day exploit or insider threat can render your defenses ineffective.    

That’s where monitoring comes in. It provides continuous surveillance of everything from user behavior to network traffic.    

Here’s a compelling statistic: A 2024 report revealed that companies with continuous network monitoring detected breaches and risks 50 percent faster, saving millions in recovery costs.    

Monitoring not only detects problems but also provides the crucial time needed to respond and prevent catastrophic damage.    

A proactive MSP will equip you with tools like Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) systems.  SIEM analyzes traffic patterns and aggregates communication logs in real-time, enabling rapid detection of suspicious activity.    

Security Operations Center: The Command Center

Consider your company to be your castle. If your monitoring systems serve as the lookout and your monitoring systems are your lookouts, then the SOC will serve as your general, overlooking and managing your defensive efforts. The Security Operations Center is a centralized hub of operations that brings together the technology, processes and experts required to implement your organization’s holistic security agenda.

An effective SOC works by keeping an eye on your systems around the clock, interpreting alerts, investigating incidents and deploying any countermeasures that may be deemed necessary. 

To stay ahead of any threats, tools such as machine learning are used to detect anomalies and intelligence feed trackers keep abreast of the very latest threats emerging on the cyber landscape. Should a new strain of ransomware or malware emerge, the SOC not only deals with the current threat but analyzes its behavior, patches the vulnerability and prepares for the next wave of potential attacks.

SOC isn’t reserved for large multinationals or mega corporations – they can be effectively deployed to serve small to medium sized operations. You don’t have to worry about implementing this on your own; you can even partner with the right MSP that will provide enterprise grade protection for a fraction of the cost you would otherwise encounter.

The Power of Three: Unbeatable Protection

Each of these security layers is strong on its own, but together, they form an impenetrable defense.  Cyber attackers exploit weaknesses, and this layered approach eliminates those vulnerabilities.    

Let’s assess your current security posture:

• Is your email security fortified with Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA)?    
• Are your systems equipped with AI-powered filters to detect sophisticated threats?    
• Do you have 24/7 monitoring of your critical systems?
• Are you confident in your team’s ability to maintain the highest levels of data security?    
• Do you have the resources—time, money, and expertise—to establish an in-house SOC?    

If you answered “no” to any of these questions, you’re in the right place.

Unbound Digital is Ready to Help

Let us help your business with all your phone systems, remote solutions, websites, data backups and business email platforms will be streamlined and protected at a fraction of the cost you would be faced with when embarking on an in-house deployment. 

If you are looking for a cybersecurity and business efficiency partner that will turbocharge your business into the future, make Unbound Digital your first choice. 

Contact us today or request a free consultation. You’ll be glad you did!