Microsoft Defender Experts for XDR
Protect your environment around the clock with managed extended detection and response (MXDR) and our team of in-house experts.
Get industry-recognized MXDR support for Microsoft Defender XDR
Learn how to scale your security program and augment your team with MXDR.
MXDR beyond the endpoint
Address coverage gaps and drive security operations center (SOC) efficiency with dedicated Microsoft security professionals.
Accelerate your SOC operations
Let our experts triage and investigate prioritized incidents that require immediate attention.
Protect with confidence
Contain incidents faster with human-led managed response and proactive remediation done on your behalf.
Access Defender Experts on demand
Chat with Defender Experts around the clock about specific incidents or alerts.
Prevent future cyberattacks
Reduce incidents over time with detailed recommendations to improve your overall security posture.
Included capabilities
Managed extended detection and response (MXDR)
Let our expert analysts manage your Microsoft Defender XDR incident queue and handle triage, investigation, and response for you.
Includes Microsoft Defender Experts for Hunting built in
Extend your team’s threat hunting capacity and prioritize even the most sophisticated cyberthreats. Learn more.
Live dashboards and reports
Get transparent, real-time visibility of operations conducted on your behalf, along with a noise-free, actionable view of prioritized incidents and detailed analytics.
Proactive check-ins for continuous security improvements
Benefit from remote, periodic check-ins with your assigned service delivery manager (SDM) to guide your Defender Experts for XDR experience and improve your security posture.
Fast and seamless onboarding
Get up and running quickly with a streamlined experience to ensure your Microsoft security products are correctly configured.
Get additional security support from Microsoft partners
Explore MXDR and other security services from partners in the Microsoft Intelligent Security Association (MISA). Get support for implementation, optimization, and other services that integrate with Microsoft products.
Industry research and recognition
A recognized leader in innovation and growth
Microsoft is a leader in the Frost Radar™: Managed Detection and Response, 2024.1
Industry-leading managed detection and response
Microsoft Defender Experts for XDR demonstrated excellence in the latest MITRE Engenuity ATT&CK® Evaluations for Managed Services.
New Technology: The Projected Total Economic Impact™ of Microsoft Defender Experts for XDR
A 2023 study found a projected return on investment of 43% to 254% over three years and a projected net present value of $1.0M to $6.1M with Microsoft Defender Experts for XDR.2
Defender Experts for XDR gives Westminster School peace of mind
“Defender Experts for XDR gave us so much more visibility beyond what our security team used to have and freed our team up to focus on the threats that actually demand our attention.”
-Chris Rowtcliff, Head of IT, Westminster School
Additional resources
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