Check Point Software Launches New Global Managed Security Service Provider (MSSP) Program to Accelerate Partner Growth
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October 17, 2022 -- Check Point® Software Technologies Ltd. (NASDAQ: CHKP), a leading provider of
cybersecurity solutions globally, has announced a new Managed Security
Service Providers (MSSPs) Program that removes administrative burdens and empowers a partner
service-led approach. With Check Point’s industry-leading prevention-first
security operations suite, Horizon, the program gives partners the capabilities
needed for comprehensive XDR/XPR, MDR/MPR, events management and SOC certainty,
while providing operational peace of mind. The MSSP program allows partners to
become more profitable and organizations more secure.
“Rapidly evolving market dynamics are fueling growth in
managed security services, and Check Point is dynamically adapting to meet that
demand,” said Manish Alshi, Head of Channels and Growth Technologies - India
& SAARC, Check Point Software Technologies. “We’re significantly investing
in our new MSSP program, including product features that drive MSSP interest,
as well as operational improvements, training, and marketing activities. This allows
for higher levels of partner growth and profitability with services-led cyber
protection across network, cloud, and endpoints.”
The role of an MSSP is to deliver complete management of security systems and devices for an organization. It should operate a security operations center (SOC) providing 24/7 monitoring and incident response. However, with a constantly evolving threat landscape and a global shortage of skilled cybersecurity professionals, traditional SOC provision cannot keep up. It is also too focused on detecting and responding to attacks rather than preventing them.
The managed security services market is expected to reach $53.2B by 2031, according to MSSP Alert. With Check Point’s prevention-first Infinity architecture that spans network, cloud, security operations center (SOC) and remote workforce, Check Point provides comprehensive cybersecurity solutions in a partner-led “as a service” offering. As cyberattacks grow in scale and frequency, MSSPs can benefit from Check Point’s proven security portfolio with more than 300 cloud-native integrations that help partners automate services, fueling profitability.
Under the new program, MSSPs can:
- Provide global SOC-as-a-Service
without the upfront investment required:
MSSPs can leverage Check Point’s 24/7/365 Horizon MDR/MPR solution with
co-branded and white-label versions. This can supplement similar services
the MSSP is offering or completely expand their current solution set.
- Address major security incidents: MSSPs can also leverage and provide co-branded versions of Check Point’s Incident Response (IR) services. With over a decade’s IR experience, Check Point is well-positioned to handle the most complex breaches and security incidents. Additionally, the service provides IR readiness planning for customers to be prepared prior to an incident.
“Enterprises to SMBs are struggling to keep pace with evolving and persistent threats, dynamic innovations in security technology, and chronic security staffing challenges. Managed security services provide businesses with access to leading technologies and scalable expert resources at a reasonable cost relative to the on-premises alternative. Check Point investing in an innovative MSSP program reflects a commitment to enabling its partners to capitalize on this growing opportunity,” said Lawrence M. Walsh, CEO and chief analyst at Channelnomics.
The MSSP program simplifies operations with faster customer onboarding, streamlined quoting, technical onboarding, pipeline development and go to market (GTM) alignment. These operational improvements, additional MSSP training courses and enablement services will strengthen partners’ ability to manage the sophisticated cyber defense requirements of customers today.
The new Check Point MSSP Program includes:
·
Streamlined
onboarding: Check Point’s MSSP Program streamlines the onboarding
process with hands-on support including engineering bootcamps, enablement
workshops, proof of concepts (POCs) and operational improvements.
·
Network of
experts: Check Point is extending more support to MSSPs by enabling
access to its network of elite experts including the Check Point Research (CPR)
team and the Incident Response team, which has over 25 years’ experience.
·
Managed
detection and response: Leveraging the expanded capabilities of Check Point’s Horizon platform
within the Infinity Architecture, MSSP partners can now have prevention-first
security operations with comprehensive XDR/XPR, MDR/MPR and events management
capabilities.
·
Pricing Flexibility: Upcoming
capabilities will allow customized billing options across security portfolio
which removes cost of engaging for partners and customers.
Here
is what some MSSPs have to say:
·
Rajesh Garg,
Executive Vice President & Chief Digital Officer, Special Initiative, Yotta
Infrastructure Solutions said: ‘’With accelerated digital transformation and
evolving digital maturity, businesses are bound to face more sophisticated
threats. At Yotta, we have always prioritised holistic and fail-proof
cybersecurity, providing end-to-end protection across Infrastructure, Network,
Web, Platform and Application layers for enterprises. We are pleased to
collaborate with Check Point Software as they launch their full stack MSSP
program into the Indian Market, at a time when such cybersecurity services are
absolutely essential. With such an innovative approach which will enable
partners and complement our capabilities, we look forward to expand our existing
Check Point based MSSP services with this exciting new launch.’’
·
Reza Nashvi, Group
CISO, Orro Group said: ‘’We’re seeing massive customer uptake around managed
security services. Organisations have a lot riding on their cyber security
posture these days, and don’t necessarily have best of breed skills and tools
located in-house – which is obviously where Orro Group MSSP offerings show
their relevance. Plus, customers have fully embraced the whole shift from CapEx
to OpEx and rightly expect a totally flexible payment structure as a baseline
for doing business. This new Check Point MSSP program is coming to market at
exactly the right time and seems like the sort of innovative, fresh approach
that the ANZ market needs.’’
·
Craig Somerville,
CEO & Founder at Somerville Group said: “Customer security requirements
have evolved massively over the last few years. Not only is there a much
broader and more complex range of environments to secure, but customers are
increasingly demanding totally flexible OpEx models. It’s fantastic to see
Check Point launching their innovative new full-stack MSSP program into an ANZ
market full of so much joint opportunity. We look forward to exploring how we
can expand our existing Check Point-based MSSP services with these exciting new
offerings”
For more information about the MSSP program, visit: https://www.checkpoint.com/partners/mssp-program/
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portfolio of solutions protects enterprises and public organisations
from 5th generation cyber-attacks with an industry leading catch
rate of malware, ransomware and other threats. Infinity comprises four core pillars
delivering uncompromised security and generation V threat prevention across
enterprise environments: Check Point Harmony, for remote users; Check Point
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