Thales and Previder launch SOC-as-a-Service

As of now the Security Operations Centre (SOC) of Thales The Netherlands is also available in the cloud to clients of the leading datacentre specialist Previder. The new Dutch cloud security service is specifically suitable for organizations that want to have an in-depth understanding of what is happening within their network, both on premise and in the cloud, to be able to respond immediately to possible threats. This new partnership between Thales and Previder enables companies to extend their security level with intelligent threat detection of a very high level and brings the Security Operations Service (SOC) within reach of a larger group of organizations.

The managed SOC is mainly focussed on organisations that want to secure their business continuity via direct insight into all activities within their total IT infrastructure. "With this new service, Previder and Thales offer new security models, varying from a low entry model to a full-service SOC", says René van Buuren, Cybersecurity Director at Thales The Netherlands. "In this way, together with Previder, we enable Dutch companies to extend their security level with intelligent threat detection of a very high level."

We deliberately opted for a partnership with Thales, so the security of our customers is independently monitored and tested. ​Tim Timmerman, Rirector Previder

"Detection is the most important component of a sound and modern cybersecurity strategy, in addition to careful analysis of the existing network and the preventive measures that every organization should take to prevent abuse", according to Van Buuren. While every second counts in case of digital threats, there are still companies who take weeks, months or even years to find out that sensitive data has left the company. "The combination of our technology and experts ensure that all activity deviating from the standard is immediately identified and valued, so customers can take action.”

Tim Timmerman, Director of Previder: "We deliberately opted for a partnership with Thales, so that the security of our customers of Previder IaaS is independently monitored and tested. Many organizations assume that it is sufficient to protect their network infrastructure against dangers from outside, but what if the danger comes from within? "

We believe that our partnership with Previder can provide a unique service that is crucial for a comprehensive cyber security strategy René van Buuren, Director Cybersecurity Thales The Netherlands

According to Van Buuren, the partnership with Previder is particularly important because the increasing use of cloud computing poses new challenges for organizations. "Cloud providers such as datacenters are usually very secure, but they often have little to say about what is happening in that cloud. Organizations unfortunately underestimate the specific cybersecurity challenges of a cloud environment. We believe that our partnership with Previder can provide a unique service that is crucial for a comprehensive cyber security strategy. "

Thales is one of the largest and most advanced providers of cybersecurity services worldwide and also offers SOCs in the Netherlands, France, the United Kingdom, Canada and Hong Kong. The services of Thales SOC are mainly focused on the detection of potential threats within company networks, varying from hackers and malware to employees who consciously or intentionally seeks access to confidential information that is not intended for their eyes.