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Specialized Security Service, Inc. Discusses Their Strategic Partnership with Rapid7

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Technology Category	Cybersecurity & Privacy - Application Security Cybersecurity & Privacy - Network Security Cybersecurity & Privacy - Security Compliance
Applicable Industries	Security & Public Safety
Applicable Functions	Business Operation
Use Cases	Intrusion Detection Systems Regulatory Compliance Monitoring
Services	Cybersecurity Services System Integration Training
Challenge	As a Managed Security Service Provider, S3 needs to offer clients a security portfolio with the best tools and provide great value, all while maintaining a trusting relationship with the vendor. With attackers becoming more sophisticated, IT environments growing increasingly complex, and a shortage of skilled cybersecurity professionals, it’s no wonder that businesses are increasingly turning to Managed Security Service Providers (MSSPs) to ensure their security program stays current with industry best practices. The MSSP relationship offers a cost-efficient way to mitigate risk, combat threats, and keep pace with compliance regulations. Read More
About Customer	Specialized Security Services, Inc. (S3) is a Managed Security Service Provider (MSSP) led by CEO Mitchelle Schanbaum. The company, which has just under 100 employees, focuses on providing top-notch security solutions to its clients. S3 is dedicated to ensuring that their engineers have access to the best tools and state-of-the-art solutions to perform their jobs effectively. The company takes a client-centric approach, aiming to add as much value as possible for their clients by helping them create and maintain robust security programs. S3 is highly selective about its partnerships, ensuring that any product they recommend or purchase delivers on its promises. Read More
Solution	Rapid7 Nexpose reporting impressed S3 executives, swift reactions to high-priority vulnerabilities builds trust, and easy and reliable compliance management is a go-to for clients. Support and a true partnership with Rapid7 solidifies the decision for S3 to use Rapid7 Nexpose and Metasploit as part of their security toolkit. Mitchelle Schanbaum, CEO of S3, highlights the importance of the partnership with Rapid7, noting that Rapid7's commitment to advancing their solutions and providing excellent support has been crucial. Rapid7's regular software updates, effective communication, and passion for their work have helped S3 maintain a high level of trust and satisfaction with their clients. Read More Log in to view content
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Technology Category

Cybersecurity & Privacy - Application Security

Cybersecurity & Privacy - Network Security

Cybersecurity & Privacy - Security Compliance

Applicable Industries

Security & Public Safety

Applicable Functions

Business Operation

Use Cases

Intrusion Detection Systems

Regulatory Compliance Monitoring

Services

Cybersecurity Services

System Integration

Training

Challenge

As a Managed Security Service Provider, S3 needs to offer clients a security portfolio with the best tools and provide great value, all while maintaining a trusting relationship with the vendor. With attackers becoming more sophisticated, IT environments growing increasingly complex, and a shortage of skilled cybersecurity professionals, it’s no wonder that businesses are increasingly turning to Managed Security Service Providers (MSSPs) to ensure their security program stays current with industry best practices. The MSSP relationship offers a cost-efficient way to mitigate risk, combat threats, and keep pace with compliance regulations.

About Customer

Specialized Security Services, Inc. (S3) is a Managed Security Service Provider (MSSP) led by CEO Mitchelle Schanbaum. The company, which has just under 100 employees, focuses on providing top-notch security solutions to its clients. S3 is dedicated to ensuring that their engineers have access to the best tools and state-of-the-art solutions to perform their jobs effectively. The company takes a client-centric approach, aiming to add as much value as possible for their clients by helping them create and maintain robust security programs. S3 is highly selective about its partnerships, ensuring that any product they recommend or purchase delivers on its promises.

Solution

Rapid7 Nexpose reporting impressed S3 executives, swift reactions to high-priority vulnerabilities builds trust, and easy and reliable compliance management is a go-to for clients. Support and a true partnership with Rapid7 solidifies the decision for S3 to use Rapid7 Nexpose and Metasploit as part of their security toolkit. Mitchelle Schanbaum, CEO of S3, highlights the importance of the partnership with Rapid7, noting that Rapid7's commitment to advancing their solutions and providing excellent support has been crucial. Rapid7's regular software updates, effective communication, and passion for their work have helped S3 maintain a high level of trust and satisfaction with their clients.

Impact #1	S3's partnership with Rapid7 has enabled them to provide clear remediation reports and accurate vulnerability tracking, enhancing their ability to maintain a secure environment for their clients.
Impact #2	Rapid7's support during critical security events, such as the Heartbleed vulnerability, has been invaluable, allowing S3 to respond effectively and provide appropriate counsel to their clients.
Impact #3	Rapid7 Nexpose's seamless compliance management has made it easier for S3 to handle stringent compliance requirements, such as PCI, FISMA, and HIPAA, ensuring that their clients remain compliant with industry regulations.

Impact #1

S3's partnership with Rapid7 has enabled them to provide clear remediation reports and accurate vulnerability tracking, enhancing their ability to maintain a secure environment for their clients.

Impact #2

Rapid7's support during critical security events, such as the Heartbleed vulnerability, has been invaluable, allowing S3 to respond effectively and provide appropriate counsel to their clients.

Impact #3

Rapid7 Nexpose's seamless compliance management has made it easier for S3 to handle stringent compliance requirements, such as PCI, FISMA, and HIPAA, ensuring that their clients remain compliant with industry regulations.

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Specialized Security Service, Inc. Discusses Their Strategic Partnership with Rapid7

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