Endpoint MDR vs. SOC as a Service

Managed Detection and Response (MDR) and Security Operations Center as a Service (SOCaaS) are both outsourced security services, but they differ in scope, focus, and implementation.

 

Endpoint MDR refers to a security service that focuses specifically on endpoint devices—laptops, desktops, servers, and sometimes mobile devices. The MDR provider deploys endpoint detection and response (EDR) technology to monitor for threats, investigate alerts, and respond to incidents on those devices. The emphasis is on rapid identification and containment of threats that target endpoints. MDR typically includes 24/7 monitoring, threat intelligence, and hands-on incident response by a dedicated team.

 

SOC as a Service, on the other hand, provides a broader range of security monitoring and operational capabilities. It often includes log aggregation, SIEM (Security Information and Event Management) management, cloud and network monitoring, and integration with various systems across the enterprise. While SOCaaS may incorporate endpoint data, it is not limited to endpoints and aims to offer a centralized view of an organization’s overall security posture.

 

In summary, MDR is more narrowly focused on endpoint threats and active response, while SOCaaS offers a comprehensive, centralized security monitoring service across the full IT environment.

 

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