The demand for specialized cyber services in the UK is rising rapidly. This trend has prompted Red Helix, a leader in cybersecurity and network performance, to invest £1 million in its UK-based 24/7 security operations center (SOC). The company plans to increase its SOC team by 150%, demonstrating a commitment to meeting escalating demand.
Despite a global shortage of cyber skills, Red Helix has successfully hired and retained SOC analysts adept at handling real-world security in small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). New investment focuses on building first-rate teams and innovative workspaces. It also aims to supply an integrated suite of tools to deliver top-tier cybersecurity services tailored for SMEs.
Red Helix’s round-the-clock SOC offers enterprise-level security to SMEs, many of which lack in-house capabilities for managing necessary security platforms. The company’s CEO, Marion Stewart, stated, “Our mission is to bridge the gap between the needs of small to medium businesses and the high-degree of complexity in security solutions they need – which are usually only accessible to larger enterprises.”
She emphasized the importance of investing in their SOC to protect UK businesses from the evolving cyber threat landscape. A breach in a smaller company could pose a significant risk. Additionally, SMEs can serve as gateways to larger enterprises, increasing pressure on supply chain members to maintain robust security measures.
The SOC, headquartered in Buckinghamshire, integrates advanced technologies with expert human support. It protects users, devices, networks, data, and applications across various environments, from cloud to on-premise to hybrid. The center’s pod structure allows analysts to deeply understand each client’s systems and behaviors, enabling them to detect and act swiftly on security anomalies.
Cyber Security Analyst, Taylor Howse, explained the dynamic nature of their work. “We equip our skilled SOC team with top-tier tools to deliver exceptional service. In the ever-evolving cyber world, every day brings new challenges, so staying ahead of threats requires constant readiness.”
