The Ultimate Guide to Security Operations Centres
A curated Indian edition of TechDay news, analysis, interviews, reviews, job moves, and related resources for Security Operations Centres (SOCs).
What to know about Security Operations Centres
A Security Operations Centre (SOC) serves as the critical hub for monitoring, detecting, and responding to cybersecurity threats within organisations. Covering a wide spectrum of digital environments, SOCs integrate advanced technologies such as AI, machine learning, and automation tools to enhance threat detection and incident response capabilities.
Exploring recent developments in this field reveals insights on evolving challenges like alert fatigue, skills shortages, and the increasing complexity of cyberattack surfaces. Readers can learn how organisations leverage innovations in SOC-as-a-Service, AI-driven threat hunting, and next-generation platforms to build adaptable, efficient security operations tailored to their needs.
Whether you are an IT professional, security analyst, or business leader, following stories under the 'Security Operations Centre' tag offers valuable perspectives on managing cyber risk, improving operational efficiency, and preparing your organisation for the dynamic cybersecurity landscape ahead.
Indian Security Operations Centres News
Regional stories with direct local relevance
Hexnode expands XDR with macOS support & remediation
Security teams can now isolate and fix infected Macs as Hexnode broadens XDR coverage and adds automated remediation.
Securonix names Orient exclusive distributor in India
Orient will spend USD $5 million as the deal aims to deepen Securonix's India reach and add 100 cybersecurity hires in Mumbai.
5Tattva urges integrated cyber compliance approach
As firms spread across cloud and on-premises systems, a combined security and compliance model is becoming harder to ignore for auditors and boards.
Proofpoint expands in India with Hyderabad AI centre
Tripled demand in the past year is prompting the cybersecurity group to add a Hyderabad AI centre and a Delhi office.
Blue Cloud wins USD $150 million SpaceX Malaysia deal
The 18-month pact could boost Blue Cloud's overseas revenue as it expands its US unit's role in AI, security and data-centre services.
Saviynt tops USD $300 million ARR & launches Zuma AI
The rise of AI agents is forcing security teams to rethink access controls, as the identity vendor passes USD $300 million in ARR.
Analyst Insights
Research and market analysis connected to Security Operations Centres
NCC Group named in Forrester MDR services landscape
Netskope launches control to block risky AI agent actions
Thrive bolsters NextGen platform with Elastic, Cato
Tokenmaxxing won't fly in APAC. How to shrink AI spend without limiting security
Thrive adds Elastic & Cato to NextGen security platform
Featured News
AI transforming physical security into enterprise data solution
AI and cloud tools are turning cameras into live operational data sources, helping firms cut costs, spot errors and manage fleets centrally.
Mimecast CEO: Agentic AI threat novel but not entirely new
Hidden AI risks are already widespread in workplaces, with Mimecast saying users are driving shadow tools and most exposure still starts with people.
Check Point CTO on AI's double-edged sword
AI is shrinking the gap between vulnerability disclosure and real-world exploitation to hours, forcing security teams to adapt fast.
Check Point: Be the best, or get out the way
Rising AI-driven attacks are compel security buyers to cut vendor sprawl, though Check Point warns over-consolidation can still raise risk.
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Check Point: Hackers are already in. Act accordingly
Hackers are exploiting vulnerabilities in hours or minutes, leaving many organisations compromised before defenders spot the breach.
Reviews
Expert Columns
Integrated video security - a must for modern preschools
In the AI era, channel value is being redefined
The autonomous SOC takeover
How security leaders should measure AI SOC performance
AI closes vulnerability window as zero-day exploits surge
The future of autonomous security
Singapore's security teams are losing a race they don't know they're running
AI is testing the limits of Zero Trust
When AI memory, simulation and provenance collide
Supercharged security: Cyber risk in the age of frontier AI
Interviews
Interviews and video coverage from the networkRecent Security Operations Centres News
Sectigo launches quantum readiness tool for enterprises
Governments and standards bodies are pushing firms to map cryptography now, as missing assets could leave them exposed to post-quantum risks.
TCS launches custom chip design for software-led cars
Bespoke chips are becoming central to vehicle performance and safety as automakers race to build software-defined cars.
Quest expands identity security for AI agent threats
The update is aimed at speeding recovery and containing breaches as AI agents gain access to corporate identity systems.
Keeper & SailPoint link identity governance with PAM
It automates provisioning and revocation of privileged access, helping organisations cut manual updates and reduce compliance risk.
Arctic Wolf details post-exploit NetScaler attacks
Affected organisations may still face unauthorised access after patching, as researchers found attackers using scripts and reverse shells on NetScaler devices.
Keeper & SailPoint link governance to privileged access
By automating access changes end to end, the tie-up aims to cut delays and audit gaps when users move roles or leave an organisation.
Quorum Cyber to acquire Ontinue in Microsoft security deal
The merger is set to give Microsoft customers broader AI-led threat detection, response and recovery support across North America, the UK and DACH.
eSentire acquires AI security startup for Atlas AIDR
Security teams are gaining real-time audit trails and controls as eSentire folds the stealth startup's AI monitoring module into Atlas.
Eve Security raises USD $7.5 million for AI agent tools
Growing concern over autonomous AI systems has helped the Austin-based startup secure fresh backing to expand sales and revenue growth.
Fleet joins Anthropic project to test AI for security
With attackers exploiting flaws within hours, the firm will test whether AI can help IT teams patch faster across mixed device fleets.
Security leaders worry AI agents outpace governance
Many security chiefs expect to curb AI agent use within 18 months as fears grow over unauthorised access and weak audit trails.
AI tops cybersecurity spending as CISOs boost budgets
Tight security budgets are tilting towards AI, with 69% of Chief Information Security Officers making it their top priority for new spending.
Tech Race Summit explores personalisation, AI and cybersecurity
AI and personalisation are reshaping Softswiss's product, engineering and security priorities as the group warns of higher cyber risk and tighter data demands.
Citrix adds AI browser session insights for agents
Security teams can now trace risky browser activity by staff and AI agents, as Citrix adds visual session records and policy guidance.
Wipro launches CISO Command Centre with CrowdStrike
Enterprises facing faster AI-driven attacks could get a single view of cyber risk as Wipro and CrowdStrike tie security operations to board priorities.
Bitdefender launches AI visibility & control for firms
Security teams can now spot unsanctioned AI use across Windows estates, as Bitdefender adds risk ranking and policy controls to GravityZone.
BeyondTrust links privilege data to CrowdStrike Falcon
Joint customers can now spot privileged identity risks alongside threat alerts in CrowdStrike Falcon, after BeyondTrust added new data feeds.
Exabeam channel-first push lifts partner-led pipeline
Partner-led sales now account for Exabeam's highest-volume pipeline source, as new-logo business surged 138% above plan in the first half.
Blackpoint adds identity threat tools to CompassOne
The update gives Microsoft 365, Google Workspace and Cisco Duo users faster containment and clearer evidence as identity attacks rise.
Cloudbrink launches OnGuard to unify enterprise security
Enterprises could cut security sprawl as the platform extends one policy framework to users, devices and machines before login.
