Managed detection and response pairs security technology with human analysts who watch for threats around the clock and act to contain them.
Who managed Detection and Response (MDR) is best for
This service is a strong fit for organizations that need security operations coverage without building a team. The right provider and design depend on your locations, applications and tolerance for downtime, which is where an independent comparison pays off.
What to evaluate before you buy
- Response actions included
- Coverage across endpoint, network, cloud and identity
- Time-to-respond commitments
- Cyber insurance alignment
How Connectivity Counsel helps
We begin with your requirements rather than a product. Our advisors document your sites and goals, identify which providers can deliver managed Detection and Response (MDR) at your addresses, gather pricing, and present the options in a consistent format. We then support the contract, the installation and any escalation afterward. There is no charge to you for this work.
Providers we represent for managed Detection and Response (MDR)
46 providers in our portfolio list capabilities in this area. They include:
- ActZero (now WatchGuard)
- CBTS
- Cipher
- CommandLink
- CompassMSP
- CyberMaxx
- DYOPATH
- Impact Networking
- Integris
- LevelBlue
- SilverSky
- Thrive
- Xcitium
- 11:11 Systems
- Access One
- Ascend Technologies
- Blue Mantis
- Comcast Business
- Crown Castle (now Zayo)
- Effortless Office
- Flexential
- Focus Technology
- Globalgig
- GTT
- ITS
- Lingo
- Logically
- Lumen
- Managed Solution
- MetTel
- Mindsight
- Ntegrated
- Ntirety (now 11:11 Systems)
- Ntiva
- OTAVA
- Pax8
- RapidScale
- Summit
- Telesystem
- TierPoint
- TPx
- Verizon
- XenTegra
- XTIUM
- Zayo
- ZeroOutages
Related cybersecurity services
- Secure Access Service Edge (SASE)
- Managed Firewall
- Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR)
- Security Operations Center and SIEM
- DDoS Mitigation
- Email Security
- Zero Trust Network Access
- Security Awareness Training
- Vulnerability Management and Penetration Testing
- Compliance and vCISO Services
Industries that rely on managed Detection and Response (MDR)
- Healthcare
- Financial Services
- Accounting and Tax
- Manufacturing
- Government (State and Local)
- Federal Contractors
- Technology and Software
- Automotive Dealerships
- Pharmaceuticals and Life Sciences
- E-Commerce
- Aviation and Aerospace
- Banking Technology and Fintech
- Title, Escrow and Mortgage
Frequently asked questions
What is managed Detection and Response (MDR)?
Managed detection and response pairs security technology with human analysts who watch for threats around the clock and act to contain them.
How much does managed Detection and Response (MDR) cost?
Pricing depends on your locations, capacity or user counts, contract term and the provider. Connectivity Counsel gathers quotes from multiple providers for your exact requirements so you can compare real numbers instead of list prices.
How do I choose a provider for managed Detection and Response (MDR)?
Compare providers on response actions included, coverage across endpoint, network, cloud and identity and time-to-respond commitments. An independent advisor can run that comparison for you and explain the trade-offs.
How long does it take to implement managed Detection and Response (MDR)?
Timelines range from a few days for cloud and wireless services to several months where network construction is required. We give you a realistic schedule for each option before you sign and track the installation afterward.
Does it cost anything to use Connectivity Counsel for managed Detection and Response (MDR)?
No. Connectivity Counsel does not charge clients for advisory, quoting or ordering support. Providers compensate us when you choose their service, and you pay the provider directly under the provider's own contract and pricing.
Is Connectivity Counsel tied to a single provider?
No. Connectivity Counsel is an independent advisor with a portfolio of more than 230 providers. Recommendations are based on your addresses, requirements, budget and timeline, and we show you competing options side by side.