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Service type
Managed Security Service Providers
Providers listing MSSP. Compare monitoring scope, response ownership, and what your team still owns.
16 providers
Arctic Wolf
24/7 threat monitoring, detection, and guided response across your entire environment — endpoints, cloud, and identity
Mid-Market / Enterprise · Endpoints
Service SOCaaS
Response Full SOC
Price ~$10/user/month
Huntress
24/7 managed endpoint protection, identity monitoring, and SIEM — human analysts investigate and respond to threats for you
SMB / MSP/MSSP · Endpoints
Service MDR
Response Contain threats
Price Published and partner signals around $3-5/endpoint/month
Adlumin
A managed security operations platform that bundles SIEM-style log collection, behavioral analytics, response automation, and 24/7 MDR support.
Mid-Market / MSP/MSSP · Endpoints
Service MDR
Response Contain threats
Price Quote-based, directional range $2K-$15K/month
Alert Logic
24/7 threat detection with built-in web application firewall and vulnerability scanning — comprehensive cloud-first security monitoring
Mid-Market / Enterprise · Endpoints
Service MDR
Response Investigate alerts
Price Three tiers: Essentials, Professional, Enterprise. Per-host pricing with custom quotes.
AT&T Cybersecurity
24/7 security monitoring and detection through a unified platform — with built-in threat intelligence from one of the largest open threat sharing communities
Enterprise / Mid-Market · Endpoints
Service MSSP
Response Investigate alerts
Price $1,695/year (USM Anywhere)
Cyderes
24/7 security operations with identity-first detection — specialized in catching account takeovers and identity-based attacks that other MDRs miss
Enterprise / Mid-Market · Endpoints
Service MDR
Response Contain threats
Price Fixed per-employee pricing — costs don't increase as you add more data sources or telemetry. Contact for quote.
Deepwatch
24/7 managed detection and response on top of your existing SIEM — a dedicated team of analysts that knows your environment
Enterprise / Mid-Market · Endpoints
Service MDR
Response Investigate alerts
Price Custom enterprise pricing based on environment size and SIEM platform. Average annual contracts around $220K/year.
IBM Security
24/7 global security operations from one of the world's largest security teams — monitoring, detection, response, and strategic consulting
Enterprise / Government · Endpoints
Service MSSP
Response Co‑managed SOC
Price Enterprise custom pricing. QRadar on Cloud starts ~$800/month. Full managed services priced per organization.
LevelBlue
24/7 managed security monitoring, threat detection, and response through a unified platform — with deep compliance support and FedRAMP authorization for government workloads
Enterprise / Mid-Market · Endpoints
Service MSSP
Response Contain threats
Price Custom per-asset pricing based on environment size and service tier. Mid-market deployments typically run $8K-$25K/month; enterprise engagements range from $25K-$75K/month.
Netsurion
Co-managed security monitoring where your team and theirs share the same dashboard — 24/7 coverage without losing control
Mid-Market / SMB · Endpoints
Service Co‑managed SOC
Response Co‑managed SOC
Price ~$3,000-$5,000/month
NTT Security
24/7 global security operations from one of the world's largest IT services companies — monitoring, detection, and incident response at massive scale
Enterprise / Government · Endpoints
Service MSSP
Response Contain threats
Price Custom enterprise pricing based on organization size and services. Contact for quote.
Proficio
24/7 global threat detection and rapid automated response — follow-the-sun SOCs mean analysts are always working during business hours
Enterprise / Mid-Market · Endpoints
Service MDR
Response Contain threats
Price Custom per-asset pricing based on environment size and selected services. Contact for quote.
Rapid7 MDR
24/7 threat detection and response bundled with unlimited vulnerability management — detect threats and fix the weaknesses they exploit
Enterprise / Mid-Market · Endpoints
Service MDR
Response Contain threats
Price ~$17/asset/month
Secureworks
24/7 threat detection, investigation, and response powered by Taegis XDR — backed by one of the industry's oldest threat research teams
Enterprise / Mid-Market · Endpoints
Service XDR
Response Contain threats
Price Custom enterprise pricing based on organization size and selected services. Contact for quote.
Todyl
One platform that replaces your firewall, SIEM, EDR, and SOC — true convergence instead of bolting tools together
MSP/MSSP / SMB · Endpoints
Service MDR
Response Contain threats
Price Channel-only tiered pricing: Essentials, Advanced, and Complete. Custom quotes through MSP partners.
Trustwave
24/7 managed security operations with full incident response — backed by SpiderLabs, one of the industry's elite threat research teams
Enterprise / Mid-Market · Endpoints
Service MSSP
Response Co‑managed SOC
Price Custom enterprise pricing. Typical mid-market engagements range $5K-$20K/month. Government and large enterprise contracts vary.
How to use this list
Do not assume
The label is not enough. Two providers can both sell MDR while handling alert triage, containment, tooling, and reporting very differently.
Ask before shortlisting
- Compare the actual work performed, not only the service label.
- Check whether the provider uses your existing tools or requires its own platform.
- Confirm how pricing changes with endpoints, users, log volume, and response scope.
Category background
Managed Security Service Providers (MSSPs) are the foundational layer of the outsourced cybersecurity market. These providers operate dedicated Security Operations Centers staffed by trained analysts who monitor, detect, and escalate security events around the clock. For organizations that cannot justify the significant investment of building and staffing their own SOC, MSSPs offer a proven, cost-effective path to continuous security monitoring.
The Role of an MSSP
MSSPs handle the day-to-day operational burden of security monitoring. Core services typically include log management and SIEM monitoring, firewall and IDS/IPS management, vulnerability scanning, and compliance reporting. Many MSSPs have expanded their offerings over the years to include threat intelligence, incident response retainers, and endpoint protection management, blurring the traditional lines between MSSP and MDR services.
Evaluating MSSP Providers
When comparing MSSPs, the most important factors to weigh are breadth of service coverage, depth of analyst expertise, technology stack flexibility, and track record with organizations in your industry. Pay close attention to how the provider handles escalation — specifically, whether they simply forward alerts or provide contextual analysis and recommended actions. The best MSSPs reduce alert fatigue by triaging and enriching events before they reach your team.
MSSP Market Trends
The MSSP market continues to evolve rapidly. Leading providers are investing heavily in automation, AI-assisted triage, and platform consolidation. Many are also adding active response capabilities that were once exclusive to MDR providers. When selecting an MSSP in 2026, look for providers that combine mature operational processes with modern technology and transparent SLAs.
Questions
What is an MSSP?
A Managed Security Service Provider (MSSP) is a company that delivers outsourced security monitoring and management services. MSSPs typically operate 24/7 Security Operations Centers (SOCs) that monitor firewalls, intrusion detection systems, SIEM platforms, and other security infrastructure on behalf of their clients.
How much do MSSP services cost?
MSSP pricing varies widely based on scope, organization size, and service tier. Small businesses may pay $2,000-$5,000 per month, mid-market companies $5,000-$25,000, and enterprise organizations $25,000-$100,000+. Pricing models include per-device, per-user, per-log-source, or flat-fee arrangements.
When should I choose an MSSP over building an in-house SOC?
An MSSP is typically the better choice when your organization lacks the budget for a full in-house security team (which can cost $1M+ annually), needs 24/7 coverage that a small team cannot sustain, or requires rapid deployment of security monitoring capabilities rather than a multi-month build-out.